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Job Description
VFX Artist II
Job ID:
501951 Posted 3 days ago
Los Angeles, California
Contract
All Other
$70 - $85 / hour Job Details
IDR is seeking a VFX Artist II to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Los Angeles, California. This role supports a cutting-edge game development team in the interactive entertainment industry, creating real-time visual effects that elevate gameplay feel, clarity, and immersion. You'll collaborate closely with animation, design, and technical art partners to prototype, iterate, and deliver stylized effects that read clearly in fast-paced combat scenarios.
Position Overview for the
VFX Artist II:
Create high-quality, real-time visual effects that enhance combat readability, player feedback, and overall moment-to-moment gameplay
Collaborate with animators, designers, tech artists, and engineers to align effects with gameplay intent and visual style
Rapidly concept, prototype, implement, and iterate on VFX solutions in an R D-style development environment
Balance artistic quality with performance, optimization, and best practices for real-time game production
Contribute to consistent workflows by documenting approaches and supporting clarity/contrast standards for effects
Requirements for the
VFX Artist II:
5+ years of experience creating real-time VFX for games
Hands-on experience using Unity, Unreal, or equivalent real-time engine VFX tools
Professional experience developing for console or mobile platforms
Strong understanding of optimization and best-practice workflows for real-time effects
Strong grasp of visual hierarchy, readability, and prioritization in complex gameplay spaces
What's in it for you?
Competitive compensation package
Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
Why IDR?
25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
Employee Stock Ownership Program
Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
#LI-Hybrid IDR is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in compliance with applicable Fair Chance laws. To comply with civil rights laws, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their race, ethnicity, gender, and veteran status. This information is confidential, optional, and will not affect your application. Pursuant to pay transparency laws, salary ranges and benefits will be disclosed where required by law. Compensation is based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at hr@idr-inc.com