Job Listing: Senior VFX Artist
Company: Groove Science Studios, Inc. / Soundscape
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $100,000–$150,000 annually, based on experience
Location: 100% Remote (U.S. preferred) Company is based in Colorado
Overview
Groove Science Studios, Inc., the creators of Soundscape — a groundbreaking immersive music platform built in Unreal Engine 5 — is looking for a highly experienced Senior VFX Artist to join our creative and technical team. You’ll play a critical role in defining the visual fidelity and impact of real-time effects for interactive music environments, festival simulations, and metaverse content. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, music, and visual storytelling, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement high-quality real-time VFX using Niagara in Unreal Engine 5
- Collaborate with designers, artists, and developers to ensure consistent and performant visuals
- Prototype, iterate, and polish effects that enhance the atmosphere and storytelling of Soundscape environments
- Optimize effects for performance across platforms (PC, VR, etc.)
- Maintain and improve internal FX libraries, toolsets, and pipelines
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging tools in real-time visual effects
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience creating real-time VFX for games, immersive media, or related industries
- Expert-level proficiency with Unreal Engine 5 and Niagara
- Strong portfolio or reel demonstrating real-time VFX in shipped projects or live experiences
- Solid understanding of shaders, lighting, particle behavior, and performance optimization
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Self-motivated with a passion for cutting-edge visual storytelling
What Sets Us Apart
- 100% Remote / Work From Anywhere (WFH)
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus potential
- Exceptional Health, Dental, and Vision coverage options
- PTO / Flexible Scheduling that respects your time and creativity
- Disability Insurance and 401(k) options
- A chance to shape the future of music in virtual and mixed-reality spaces
- No corporate bloat — just passionate people doing meaningful work
To Apply
Please send your resume, a link to your portfolio/reel, and a brief note about why you’re excited to work with Soundscape to ben@soundscapeuniverse.com.