Company: Fortis Games

Who We Are At Fortis Games, we’re reimagining how games — and game studios — are built. Our mission is to create games that bring people together, fostering a sense of belonging not just in our player communities, but within our team. We’re a growing studio led by industry veterans, building games that inspire connection, creativity, and collaboration. Here, every team member has the opportunity to make a major impact — shaping both our products and our culture. If you’re a creative problem-solver who values open communication, innovation, and teamwork, Fortis Games is the place for you. About the Role We’re looking for a Staff VFX Artist to elevate real-time visual effects across multiple projects. You’ll design and deliver world-class VFX, guide artistic and technical direction, and mentor other artists to push the boundaries of creativity and performance. This is a leadership role that blends artistry, innovation, and strategy — ideal for someone passionate about real-time visuals, emerging tech, and creating memorable gameplay experiences. What You’ll Do 🎨 Create & Innovate: Design and implement complex, high-quality VFX (particles, shaders, lighting, cinematics, environmental effects, etc.) Ensure visual consistency and alignment with game direction across projects ⚙️ Lead & Optimize: Oversee VFX workflows and pipelines to improve efficiency and cross-team collaboration Partner with Art, Design, and Engineering leaders to integrate VFX into gameplay and storytelling Develop tools, pipelines, and scalable systems for real-time production 🌟 Mentor & Inspire: Lead and support VFX artists, providing feedback and growth opportunities Champion quality, performance, and creativity across all visual effects Explore new technologies, rendering techniques, and AI-assisted workflows What You’ll Bring ✅ Expert knowledge of tools like Houdini, Maya/3ds Max, Unreal/Unity, After Effects, and shader editors✅ Strong artistic foundation in animation principles, lighting, and design✅ Deep technical understanding of real-time materials, shaders, and scripting✅ Proven leadership experience managing VFX teams or pipelines for large-scale titles✅ Excellent collaboration and communication skills✅ Passion for mentorship, innovation, and pushing visual boundaries✅ Love for games and a deep understanding of how VFX enhance storytelling and player immersion Why Join Fortis Games? 🌍 100% Remote (UK) — Work from where you thrive🤝 Inclusive, supportive, and diverse studio culture🎮 Build meaningful games that create lasting communities🚀 Collaborate with experienced industry veterans🌈 Equal Opportunity Employer — everyone is welcome here