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VFX Artist

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United Kingdom , Oxford

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Job Description:

We're looking for an experienced VFX Artist who is looking for their next exciting challenge to join a passionate and growing VFX team and work on an exciting new large-scale project, crafted by a seasoned team renowned for developing exceptional shooters. The VFX team is responsible for all visual effects developed in Rebellion's games. Not only particle effects, but screen post effects, material effects, mesh destruction effects and UI effects, developed in Rebellion's proprietary engine “Asura”.

Job Responsibility:

  • Craft and design high-quality real-time particle effects that elevate the look and feel of the game
  • Maintain strong artistic and technical standards, making refinements to ensure effects are both polished and performant
  • Use available assets to immerse players in rich, atmospheric worlds that enhance the game’s narrative and experience
  • Draw on game design documents to understand environments, objectives, storylines, and overall style, ensuring your effects support the project vision

Requirements:

  • An accomplished real-time VFX portfolio that demonstrates timing, clarity, and a strong artistic eye
  • Professional experience, whether through studio roles, internships, or substantial personal projects such as game jams or mods, as well as familiarity with source control systems
  • Proficiency with industry tools such as Blender, Photoshop, Substance, and After Effects (or equivalent software)
  • A solid understanding of particle system fundamentals and texture creation workflows for games
  • Familiarity with simulation tools such as Houdini and Embergen (or similar) for creating flipbook assets
  • Knowledge of 2D particle texture techniques and how to apply them effectively in real-time effects
  • The ability to take concept art, design goals, and references and transform them into polished, performant effects that enhance gameplay and storytelling
What we offer:
  • 22 days holidays + Christmas closure (typically 4 days) & Bank holidays (increasing with service)
  • Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision
  • Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover
  • Enhanced Family Leave
  • Interest Free, Tax-Free loans
  • Enhanced Pension Scheme
  • EAP a range of Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
  • a wide range of discounts, freebies, and social events
  • relocation package, including moving assistance, temporary accommodation, and full support
  • free parking at the studio

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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