VFX Artist

Paradox Development Studio makes world-leading grand strategy games that our fans spend hundreds of hours in, and our artists make sure we do it in style!
We are now looking for a talented VFX Artist to join our team in Stockholm, working mainly on producing VFX for our great in-house titles.
We are open to applicants with different levels of game industry experience and we strive to create and maintain a diverse workplace, therefore, we encourage everyone to apply!


About the role


The Game VFX Artist we’re looking for has a broad skill set and can take on a variety of tasks, such as creating high quality VFX and VFX Animations using our in-house engine and tools, both for current and new titles. You will collaborate with Art Leads and the Art Director to maintain the style and quality in our games, while helping to create and continuously refine the VFX creation pipeline.


Requirements
Proficiency in Maya or similar software
Strong understanding of techniques used in game engines and VFX
Experience with animation principles



Nice to haves
Experience with a scripting or programming language
Node based VFX systems
Technical art skills, such as HLSL programming
Experience working in the games industry



At Paradox Interactive we value the historical accuracy and passion that our developers put into our games. We take pride in providing opportunities for artists to work on varying projects and titles, and to develop and learn new skills. If you are motivated by having creative freedom and responsibility to take charge of a task and deliver, you will thrive at Paradox.


Please provide a link to your portfolio to showcase your talents. Applications without a VFX reel portfolio will not be considered.