To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is the mission of CD PROJEKT RED. We are looking for an experienced Senior VFX Artist to join our team working on The Witcher 4, the first game in a brand-new saga.
We are seeking a candidate who combines artistic vision with deep technical expertise, and who thrives on collaboration, creativity, and pushing the boundaries of real-time visuals in games.
Job Details
| Detail | Information |
| Project | The Witcher 4 (Brand-New Saga) |
| Location | Warsaw, Poland |
| Work Mode | In-office (Hybrid/Full-time) or Remote within Europe (for selected candidates) |
| Mandatory Requirement | Portfolio showcasing excellence in VFX for games |
| Primary Engine Focus | Unreal Engine (Niagara, Materials) |
Daily Responsibilities
- Create high-quality real-time visual effects for gameplay, environments, and cinematics.
- Collaborate with artists, designers, and engineers to shape stunning and performant VFX.
- Contribute to creative and technical solutions that enhance the game’s storytelling and immersion.
- Explore new tools, workflows, and techniques to help evolve the future of real-time VFX.
- Ensure VFX assets meet both artistic standards and technical constraints.
- Work with leads and producers to estimate and plan work that aligns with project goals and schedules.
Qualifications
- Experience: Proven experience in game development, particularly with Unreal Engine.
- Artistic Skill: Strong artistic sensibility, with a sharp eye for detail, composition, and motion.
- Technical Expertise: Advanced skills with VFX tools and pipelines, including Niagara.
- Shading: Ability to create complex materials in Unreal Engine; solid understanding of real-time rendering, lighting, shaders, and PBR.
- Optimization: Expertise in real-time simulations and optimization.
- Mindset: A proactive mindset, self-motivation, and openness to feedback; proven experience owning and delivering impactful, self-directed work.
- Communication: Clear and empathetic communication skills.
- Language: Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Portfolio: A comprehensive portfolio showcasing your excellence in VFX for games is mandatory. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
Nice to Have (Bonus Skills)
- Experience in procedural content creation in Houdini.
- Experience with Blueprint scripting in Unreal Engine.
Health, Well-Being & Perks
CD PROJEKT RED offers exceptional support for employees, including:
- Relocation Support: Comprehensive package including flight ticket, company apartment (first month), pet relocation, shipping assistance, and legalization/residence support. Polish lessons for you and your spouse/partner.
- Well-Being: Life insurance, annual medical budget (for non-Poland employees), free psychological/psychiatrist care, paid leave (20-26 days), paid sick leave, and gym membership reimbursement.
- Unique Benefits: Menstrual Leave (one extra day off per month), RED Parents Network (childcare benefits), Dog-friendly office, on-site gym with climbing wall, and flexible working hours.
- Growth: Internal and external training, lectures, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
