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Lead VFX Artist
Join the Rebellion!
For 30 years, we've been creating incredible video games at our multiple studios, but Rebellion is more than just games. We have our own film and motion-capture studio, create board games, publish books, and through 2000AD, publish comics and graphic novels, such as the famous Judge Dredd.
Lead VFX Artist
We are on the lookout for a Lead VFX Artist to join our passionate and growing VFX team to work on an exciting, unannounced project at its early development stages. The VFX team at Rebellion is responsible for all visual effects for our games—not just particle effects, but also screen post effects, material effects, mesh destruction effects, and UI effects developed in our proprietary engine, "Asura".
About the Role
You’ll shape project-specific processes and deliver industry-leading VFX for our next titles, directly influencing visual direction, pipeline requirements, and creative direction. This is a great opportunity to mentor a talented team while growing as a leader in a fast-paced, creative environment.
This role can be based at any of our studios—Oxford, Warwick, or Runcorn—giving you flexibility, collaboration, and the chance to work with top industry professionals. We offer relocation support packages, including moving assistance, temporary accommodation, and full transition support.
While we prioritise face-to-face collaboration—especially at our Oxford headquarters—we understand flexibility matters. We’ll discuss hybrid options based on individual preferences.
Responsibilities
- Define the creative vision and technical direction for real-time visual effects across the project.
- Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of VFX artists, ensuring high-quality results and consistency in visual style.
- Collaborate with art, design, and engineering leadership to align VFX with gameplay, storytelling, and project goals.
- Establish and maintain efficient workflows, pipelines, and best practices to drive productivity and scalability.
- Provide clear feedback to support professional growth and maintain a supportive, collaborative environment.
- Own the delivery of VFX content at scale, balancing visual impact with performance budgets and platform requirements.
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Requirements
We’re looking for a seasoned VFX professional capable of leading and crafting flawless effects. Key qualifications include:
- Extensive experience in real-time VFX, with a portfolio demonstrating exceptional artistry, technical skills, and a cohesive visual style.
- Leadership experience mentoring VFX teams, ensuring quality, efficiency, and alignment with project goals.
- Expert-level proficiency with industry-standard tools (e.g., Blender, Photoshop, Substance, After Effects, Houdini, Embergen, or equivalents).
- Deep knowledge of particle systems, textures, simulations, and real-time optimisation strategies.
- Ability to articulate a clear VFX vision that enhances gameplay and narrative.
- Strong cross-disciplinary collaboration skills, with experience syncing VFX direction with art, design, and development teams.
- Experience creating scalable pipelines and troubleshooting complex technical challenges.
- Strong proficiency in project planning, source control, and documentation to keep workflows smooth.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to help you thrive:
- 22 days paid holidays (+4 days for Christmas closure and up to 31 days at 5+ years, increasing by one day each year).
- Private Medical Insurance (including dental and vision).
- Life Assurance, Income Protection, and Critical Illness Cover.
- Enhanced Family Leave.
- Interest-free, tax-free loans.
- Enhanced Pension Scheme.
- Mental Health & Wellbeing Support through Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP).
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Life at Our Oxford HQ
Our Oxford headquarters is a stunning riverside location, just a short walk from the city centre. Oxford’s blend of historic grandeur and modern education sustains an inspiring atmosphere, with excellent transport options nearby. Our studio offers free parking, and both the train station and bustling local amenities (pub spots, cafes, and dining) ensure a seamless working experience.
Our open-plan office encourages creative collaboration, with frequent interaction across teams and management while providing a tuck shop, free hot drinks, and relaxed settings.
Inside Rebellion
Our culture values freedom, creativity, and collaboration—qualities that shape our products and projects. As a big indie developer, we embrace a unique blend of hands-on problem-solving and innovative thinking across all platforms. We nurture inclusivity, innovation, and work-life balance, informed by the belief that representative teams create better products.
We cherish diversity—demographics of culture, gender, ethnicity, neurodiversity, and more—and create opportunities for everyone to excel.
Open to hearing how you’d drive us further in
- Diversity of thought.
- Process innovation.
- Creative distinction.
If this role resonates, we’d love to hear from you! Visit **Rebellion: Careers to view all open roles or apply speculatively via our website for a chance to shape something truly extraordinary.
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