VFX Artist - Talent Pool (2026 Opportunities)

About the Position

VFX Artist - Talent Pool (2026 Opportunities)

Liquid Development, founded in 2000 and the largest outsourcing art studio in North America, is building its 2026 talent pool for exceptional VFX Artists. By applying, you’re joining a curated network of creative professionals that we may reach out to as new projects emerge. This is not an active opening at the moment, but it helps us get to know your style and experience early on. If your skills and experience align with upcoming opportunities, we’ll contact you to explore a potential collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Create stunning VFX Art for video games
• Work with Unreal Engine and Maya
• Deliver both stylized, photorealistic, and sci-fi tailored VFX
• Troubleshoot technical problems
• Maintain a self-driven, positive attitude towards critique and learning

Requirements

• A strong portfolio with recent work showcasing proficiency in VFX Art for Video Games (must submit to be considered)
• Experience with Unreal Engine and Maya
• Experience with both stylized, photorealistic, and sci-fi tailored VFX
• Varied specializations (characters, environments, weapons, etc)
• Ability to troubleshoot technical problems
• A self-driven, positive attitude towards critique and learning

Nice to Have

• Experience with proprietary engines
• Experience with Embergen, Houdini, and/or HLSL
• Experience with Tech Art

We Offer

• Work alongside dynamic individuals in the gaming industry
• Work within a company with upward career growth opportunities
• Work Fully Remote
• Full Time Employment Benefits for applicants located in US only include:
• Salary RANGE: $65K - $80K per year ($31/hr to $38/hr)

About the Company

Liquid Development is the team these titles turn to when they need the best. Our team has contributed to AAA titles within the Halo, Mass Effect, Borderlands, and Call of Duty franchises. Check us out on ArtStation.

Application Process

This is a fully remote ongoing contract only position. At this time, this position is not available to California residents.

Due to the high volume of applications, we kindly ask you to not reach out to the Liquid Development team. Once you submit your application, you will receive a confirmation email that the hiring team will be reviewing your application. You will hear directly from our Talent Acquisition team once we have an update for you regarding your application status.

Location

• City: Portland
• Country: United States
• Remote: Yes

Additional Information

Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.

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