M2 Animation is seeking a talented Unreal FX Artist to craft high-quality real-time effects for cinematic animation projects. You’ll work closely with directors and artists to bring dynamic visuals like fire, smoke, and destruction to life using Unreal Engine tools such as Niagara and Blueprints.
We’re looking for someone with proven Unreal FX experience, a strong reel, and a passion for cinematic storytelling. Bonus if you have Houdini skills or scripting knowledge.
Apply now to join our creative team and help push the boundaries of real-time animation!
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Designation: Unreal FX Artist
Reports to: Team Lead
Location: Bangkok, Thailand (On-site or Hybrid)
Department: CG / Unreal Pipeline
Contract: Full-time
What You’ll Do
● Create high-quality FX in Unreal Engine for cinematic animated content (fire, smoke, destruction, weather, energy blasts, etc.)
● Work closely with the Director, CG Supervisor, and Art Director to develop and implement FX that match the tone and storytelling needs of the project
● Integrate FX into environments and shots
● Collaborate with the Unreal Lighting and Asset teams to ensure seamless visual continuity
● Use Niagara, Blueprints, and/or custom materials to build dynamic FX systems
● Troubleshoot and iterate based on feedback from supervisors and production reviews
● Contribute to look development for new FX styles and systems in collaboration with Art and Tech teams
● Help maintain consistency and quality across the show’s visual language
What We’re Looking For
● Experience using Unreal Engine for FX work (Niagara, Blueprints, or similar)
● A strong portfolio/reel demonstrating real-time FX in games, cinematics, or animated series
● Good sense of timing, motion, and scale in FX design
● Understanding of FX best practices in Unreal
● A collaborative mindset and clear communication skills
● Passion for animation, storytelling, and cool explosions
Nice to Have
● Familiarity with the Warhammer 40,000 universe or a love of dark sci-fi /fantasy
● Experience in Houdini or other FX tools with pipeline integration into Unreal
● Scripting or shader knowledge for deeper FX customization
● Experience working in a team using version control (Perforce, Git, etc.)