VFX Director (Gamedev)
RELOCATION TO CALIFORNIA | INFINITY WARD (ACTIVISION)
Salary: $134,000 – $247,900 Annual
Company
The original studio behind the Call of Duty® franchise and a leading developer owned by Activision.
What you will do
- Define the visual effects style and quality bar for in-game cinematics and narrative sequences.
- Collaborate with project directors and art leads to achieve the creative vision within technical, resource, and budget limits.
- Oversee the creation and integration of VFX in real-time engines, including Unreal Engine and proprietary tools.
- Lead creative reviews and provide actionable feedback to internal and external artists to maintain consistency.
- Partner with engineering and tools teams to develop scalable VFX pipelines for pre-rendered and in-engine cinematics.
- Collaborate with gameplay design, animation, and level design teams to ensure seamless integration of effects.
Requirements
- 12+ years of experience creating real-time and pre-rendered cinematics.
- Expert knowledge of real-time VFX workflows and tools such as Unreal Engine Niagara, Houdini, Maya, or EmberGen.
- Strong knowledge of multiple scripting languages and asset deliverable pipeline architecture.
- Ability to adapt to various art styles and deep familiarity with Call of Duty lore and characters.
- Must be based in or able to work onsite in Woodland Hills, California.
Nice to have
- Experience working on AAA game franchises or high-end cinematics.
- Familiarity with game engine optimization and scripting in Python, MEL, or Blueprint.
- Knowledge of Call of Duty's specific visual tone.
Culture & Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and health savings accounts.
- 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement.
- Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
- Mental health and wellbeing programs, fitness programs, and discounted games.
Relocation assistance may be available if a move is required for the position.
