Vfx Artist

**Who is SkyBox Labs?**

Recognized as one of BC's Top Employers (2024), SkyBox Labs is a game development studio that works on some of the world’s most iconic games. The studio is currently co-developing Halo Infinite, working on projects in the Minecraft universe, supporting the dev team at Bungie on Destiny 2: Lightfall, supporting development of Fallout 76, and working on original IP. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing game studios, since our inception in 2011, SkyBox Labs has evolved from a group of 8 people to a team of over 270+ Engineers, Artists, Animators, Designers, Producers, and more Join us in our Burnaby or Victoria studios, or have the opportunity to work remotely within Canada for certain designated projects.

**Interested? Let’s talk about what we’re hiring for**:
SkyBox Labs is on the lookout for an experienced VFX Artist to join us in the early stages of development on a new original game project on a 3-month fixed-term contract, with a possibility for extension Dive into the early phases of development, where you'll be a key collaborator in the creation process and play a pivotal role in crafting our next game. Collaborate closely with other artists and designers, pushing innovative changes within our VFX pipeline, and leave a lasting impact on the landscape of our latest project.

**A snapshot of your role**:

- Identify and fulfill VFX needs to deliver real-time rendering within a physically based environment
- Help drive the implementation of VFX into Unreal Engine 5, optimizing them for seamless real-time usage
- Craft gameplay effects, working hand-in-hand with game designers to emphasize the desired game behaviors
- Collaborate with other artists, designers, and the Art Director to create immersive environmental effects using a diverse toolkit
- Partner with development teams to define VFX tool requirements
- Utilize clear communication through regular updates and iterative processes, strengthening cross-team collaboration

**Sound like you? This is what we're looking for**:

- Minimum of 3 years of industry experience
- Professional VFX experience in AAA game development
- Proficiency in relevant VFX software, including Maya, Photoshop, 3Ds Max, and AfterEffects
- Hands-on experience in implementing VFX within Unreal Engine, with a strong understanding of real-time rendering techniques and optimization
- A strong portfolio showcasing relevant VFX art work in games is required

Nice-to-haves:

- At least one shipped title
- Experience working with Houdini

**And here is why we think you'll love working at SkyBox Labs**:

- Flexible hybrid working arrangements; leverage our beautiful studio spaces as needed, and use our free gym at our Solo Studio
- We relentlessly support your growth and development Level up your C++ skills at SkyBox University, and expand your game dev knowledge with Lunch & Learns. You’ll join a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and personal growth
- Social events Have fun with the team at trivia nights, karaoke nights, movie nights, and group activities. Join our soccer team, game jams, or a board game sesh after work. You name it, we’ve got it
- You’ll contribute to industry-leading titles, from legendary AAA franchises to Original IP

The base salary range is $79,000 - $118,000 CAD. The stated pay scale reflects the range that SkyBox Labs reasonably expects to pay for this position. Your base salary will be determined by various factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, skills, and experience.

**Our commitment to you**:
SkyBox Labs is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. You’ll join a collaborative, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together - across the desk and around Canada. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things (and games).