(HIRING, FULLY REMOTE) SR VFX ARTIST

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.

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