Playrix is not just a game developer; we are a global phenomenon. Ranking #1 in Europe and among the top 3 worldwide by revenue, our products—including Gardenscapes, Homescapes, and Township—define the casual genre. With over 2.3 billion installs, our games reach a third of the world’s population. As a Junior VFX Artist, you will join an elite team where your work will be seen and enjoyed by over 30 million daily active users.

We are looking for a passionate, high-potential Junior VFX Artist who is eager to grow within the mobile game development industry. If you have a keen eye for how visual effects amplify player emotions, bring static interfaces to life, and elevate the overall gameplay experience, this is the perfect launchpad for your career.

The Junior VFX Artist Journey at Playrix

At Playrix, “Junior” does not mean “observer.” From day one, you will be treated as a full-fledged partner. You will work alongside some of the strongest specialists in the industry, receiving direct mentorship while contributing to real, live tasks that impact our flagship products.

We value informed feedback and encourage openness. As a Junior VFX Artist, you won’t just follow instructions—you will be expected to actively influence the product, propose efficient new workflows, and help us maintain our leadership in the casual game market.

Core Responsibilities & Tasks

1. Creative Content Development

• Effect Creation: Design and implement visual effects for new game features, UI transitions, and player interactions. You will ensure every “click” and “swipe” feels rewarding and magical.
• Asset Production: Create high-quality textures, sprite animations, and particle sequences. You will own the process from the initial concept sketch to the final implementation within the game engine.
• UI Animation: Bring the game’s interface to life with subtle yet impactful animations that guide the player’s journey.

2. Technical Optimization & Implementation

• Mobile Efficiency: Learn and apply industry-standard optimization techniques to ensure your effects meet the rigorous technical requirements of mobile hardware (memory usage, draw calls, and battery performance).
• Engine Integration: Work directly within the engine to ensure seamless playback and visual consistency across different mobile devices.

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Team Synergy: Regularly synchronize with Senior VFX Artists, Game Designers, and Programmers. You will learn how to align your artistic vision with the functional needs of gameplay and UI/UX design.
• Agile Workflow: Participate in short iterations and rapid feedback loops, allowing you to see your ideas implemented quickly without the weight of traditional bureaucracy.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Foundational Experience: At least 1 year of experience in VFX, animation, or a related field (this can include internships or high-quality personal projects).
• Artistic Intuition: An excellent sense of composition, color theory, timing, and dynamics. You should understand how a spark or a glow can change the “mood” of a screen.
• Animation Principles: A solid grasp of core animation principles (squash and stretch, anticipation, staging) and the ability to apply them to digital effects.
• Passion for Games: A genuine interest in the mobile gaming industry and a desire to understand what makes visual effects “satisfying” for players.
• Linguistic Skills: Native or professional fluency in Russian is required for effective communication within our core development teams.

Preferred Skills (The “Plus” Factors)

• Familiarity with Unity or other modern game engines.
• A strong interest in 2D effects and the “Casual” stylized art aesthetic.
• Basic understanding of the technical side of VFX (atlases, shaders, and batching).
• A portfolio that showcases a clean, vibrant, and professional style.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

1. Professional Level-Up

We offer direct mentorship with world-class experts. You will level up your skills faster here than anywhere else, becoming an expert in how the best effects in the gaming industry are made. We also pay for your participation in specialized conferences and international courses.

2. Innovation-First Mindset

We were among the first in the industry to introduce Neural Networks into our art pipelines. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI tools that optimize your workflow and open up new creative possibilities.

3. Flexibility & Freedom

We are a “results-first” company. For most positions, we offer a flexible schedule. You can work from wherever you are most productive—whether that’s at home, in a cafe, or in one of our modern global offices.

4. Comprehensive Well-being

• Health: Voluntary health insurance for you and your children, plus reimbursed online sessions with professional psychologists.
• Fitness: We reimburse gym memberships and fitness app subscriptions to support a healthy lifestyle.
• Time Off: Fully paid vacation days and sick leave, plus additional days off for significant life events.

5. Community & Culture

• Internal Currency: Participate in hackathons, quizzes, and online challenges to earn our internal currency, which can be spent in the Playrix Merch Store.
• Global Events: Join our big corporate parties, informal office meetups, and team-building events.
• Education: We cover the costs of foreign language courses to help you grow as a global professional.

Work Format & Relocation

Playrix supports a global, remote-first workforce. However, please note the following:

• Relocation: This role requires relocation from Russia or Belarus. We offer comprehensive support for moving to our offices in Cyprus, Serbia, Armenia, or Kazakhstan.
• Remote: You may also work remotely from any other country worldwide (excluding Russia and Belarus).