Particle Effects Artist (Mobile Games)

We are an independent game studio based in Kochi, currently developing a competitive mobile strategy game in the vein of Castle Crush and Heroic Magic Duel. We are seeking a skilled Particle Effects Artist to create high-quality, performant visual effects that bring spells, abilities, and environments to life.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement real-time particle effects for spells, characters, and environments.
• Collaborate with designers, animators, and developers to ensure effects enhance gameplay clarity and player experience.
• Optimize effects for mobile performance without sacrificing quality.
• Create reusable VFX assets and tools for rapid iteration.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and techniques in real-time VFX.

Requirements:

• Strong proficiency with Unity's Shuriken Particle System and optimized mobile VFX.
• Ability to create textures, flipbooks, shaders, and materials for effects.
• Understanding of mobile performance constraints and optimization techniques.
• Good sense of timing, motion, and visual storytelling.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience in strategy/card-battler style games.
• Familiarity with shader programming (HLSL/Shader Graph).
• Basic knowledge of scripting (C#, Blueprint, etc.).

Location:

Kochi, India.

Employment Type:

Full-time / Contract.

How to Apply:

• Please share your portfolio (video reels, project links, or showreels) along with your CV/resume. Applications without portfolios will not be considered.