Who we are
At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.
We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.
About the Role
At Fortis Games, we are looking for a Staff VFX Artist who can push the boundaries of real-time visual effects and elevate the craft across multiple projects. You will not only design and implement world-class VFX but also oversee multiple workflows, partner with senior cross-functional leaders, and guide strategy and process for how VFX shapes player experience. You’ll mentor and lead other VFX artists, contribute to studio-wide pipelines, and play a key role in defining how visual effects integrate into the creative and technical vision of our games.This is a role for an innovator and collaborator who thrives in solving complex problems, brings strong artistic and technical expertise, and can influence both the craft and broader product strategy.
What You’ll Achieve- Conceptualize and deliver complex, high-quality VFX (modeling, texturing, animating, lighting, shaders, particle systems, environmental effects, cinematics, etc.), ensuring stylistic consistency across multiple projects.
- Oversee and guide VFX workflows across teams, ensuring alignment with game direction, performance constraints, and cross-functional priorities.
- Partner with senior leaders in art, design, and engineering to integrate VFX into gameplay, narrative, and monetization strategies.
- Facilitate cross-functional communication, ensuring VFX supports gameplay clarity and player immersion while balancing technical performance across platforms.
- Develop new tools, pipelines, and processes to scale VFX production, drive efficiency, and enable cross-team collaboration.
- Mentor and lead VFX artists at multiple levels, providing feedback, setting goals, and turning strategy into actionable tasks.
- Drive innovation by exploring emerging trends, real-time rendering techniques, and AI-assisted workflows to push the boundaries of what’s possible in mobile and cross-platform VFX.
- Champion quality and optimization, ensuring VFX are performant and adaptable across multiple devices and hardware.
- Model leadership by influencing the wider art team and contributing to cross-functional projects with creativity, empathy, and impact.
- Expert proficiency in industry-standard tools (After Effects, Maya/3ds Max, Houdini, Unity/Unreal, shader creation).
- Strong artistic foundation and mastery of traditional art and animation principles.
- Deep technical knowledge of materials, shaders, scripting, and node-based workflows for real-time VFX.
- Proven experience in leading or overseeing VFX pipelines across multiple projects or large-scale titles.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills; ability to partner with senior leaders and influence product direction.
- Organizational excellence, including asset management systems and scalable process design.
- A passion for mentorship and leadership, guiding teams toward creative problem solving and process improvement.
- Drive to stay ahead of industry trends and explore cutting-edge technologies for real-time VFX.
- Passion for video games, with a deep understanding of how VFX shape player experience and storytelling.
Why join us
There are many reasons to join us, but here are a few:
- We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
- We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
- Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming
Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
