Lakshya Digital is one of the world's leading game art studios and creates 3D and 2D art, animation and vfx for some of the best-known AAA game titles. It is a part of the Keywords Studios family and has studios and teams in Gurgaon, Bangalore, Pune, Seattle, the UK and Japan. Keywords Studios, which is headquartered in Dublin, is the world's largest game services studio.
Lakshya Digital is seeking a talented and experienced Lead VFX Artist to join our visual effects team. As the Lead VFX Artist, you will work closely with the production teams in India, the US and the UK to create exceptional real-time effects for a diverse range of titles and genres. You will also be responsible for providing leadership and direction to the VFX team in India. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the creation of amazing in-game effects, including weaponry, vehicle destruction, magic spells, large-scale rigid body simulations, and environmental effects, for some of the best loved game titles world-wide.
If you are tired of working on the same project for an extended period, seeking a better work-life balance, searching for a long-term professional home, or looking to gain experience working on multiple AAA projects simultaneously, we encourage you to dust off your resume, polish up your portfolio, and submit your application to us!
Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise the VFX team in creating in-engine, performant, high-quality visual effects instandard (Unreal, Unity) and proprietary game engines
- Collaborate closely with the Art Director, Technical Art Director, Lighting and Design team to ensurethe overall visual direction and quality of the VFX
- Work with the VFX leadership team to develop and document technical specifications, pipelines,and best practices for VFX creation
- Mentor and develop junior VFX artists by providing guidance, feedback, and support as needed
- Collaborate with other artists within the studio as well as clients across various projects to ensurethe seamless integration of VFX into the game
- Ensure compliance with clients requirements and internal best practices across all projects
- Work with fellow artists and Project Managers to create asset lists, schedules, and budgets for VFXrelated tasks
- Coordinate with key stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of top-quality, game-ready, andoptimized VFX content within budget constraints
- Review and provide constructive feedback on VFX assets created by the team, ensuring they meetthe project's visual and technical standards
- Research and stay up to date with the latest industry trends and techniques in real-time physics,fluid systems, and VFX tools
- Collaborate with the Technical Art Directors and other relevant team members to develop andoptimize custom shaders and scripts for enhancing the quality of VFX
- Continuously improve the VFX creation pipeline, tools, and processes to maximize efficiency andquality
Requirements
- Extensive experience and a strong portfolio showcasing proficiency in creating real-time visualeffects for video games
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of real-time physics, fluid systems, and tools (such asHoudini) used in VFX creation
- Proven expertise in using industry-standard tools, including but not limited to UE4, Niagara, Unity,Maya, and Photoshop, to create in-game VFX content
- Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling effectivecollaboration with team members and clients
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in creating real-time VFX for video games, with a track record ofcontributing to the development and release of AAA titles
- Demonstrated leadership skills, including previous experience in a management or lead role in thevideo game or services industry
- Strong organizational and project management abilities to ensure timely delivery of high-qualityVFX content within budgetary constraints
- Proactive and self-driven with a focus on achieving exceptional results and ensuring clientsatisfaction
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Opportunity to work on the best Vehicle games in market
- A creative and collaborative work environment
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
- Located in Bangalore, Gurugram and Pune, offering a high quality of life
Role Information: EN
Studio: Lakshya
Location: Asia Pacific, India, Haryana
Area of Work: Art Services
Service: Create
Employment Type: Full Time
Working Pattern: In-Office
