About the role
Company Overview
Drop Fake is a progressive games company founded on principles of autonomy, honesty, and an open, inclusive culture. The studio operates with a flat structure that fosters self-organization, transparent communication, and shared responsibility. Team members engage in peer-driven accountability and actively shape the collective vision.
Role Overview
The company is currently developing DCKO and seeking a Lead VFX Artist to manage the creation of stylized visual effects, performance optimization, and combat feedback. The role involves collaboration with the Creative Director and development team to produce visuals for iconic characters.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in the games industry creating unique, dynamic 2D-inspired stylized VFX.
- Strong understanding of technical limitations and considerations for mobile platforms.
- Expertise in using industry-standard VFX software such as Unity, Blender, or other relevant tools.
- Experience in optimizing assets for performance on various devices.
- Portfolio demonstrating past work experience.
Responsibilities
- Champion, direct, and hands-on create the look of stylized VFX to deliver stunning, high-impact combat visuals.
- Guide and review the work of intermediate and senior VFX artists to elevate technical execution and maintain high standards for visual feedback and combat clarity.
- Contribute hands-on VFX work in Unity with high technical proficiency.
- Establish scalable, reusable VFX systems for long-term sustainability and iteration.
- Apply genre-specific conventions for fighting games.
- Work closely with art and design teams to understand project requirements and contribute creative ideas.
- Develop efficient and optimized VFX assets to ensure smooth performance on mobile devices.
- Engage in an iterative process, gathering feedback and making adjustments to achieve visual impact within technical constraints.
Benefits and Culture
- Stock options granted to salaried employees, making them company owners.
- Non-accrual vacation policy allowing time off as needed.
- Remote work environment within North American time zones.
- Commitment to providing a safe place for employees to share ideas.
- Flexibility to work on personal projects.
- Equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and fun-loving workplace.