Full-Time

Expert VFX Artist

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That's No Moon Entertainment

That's No Moon Entertainment

201-500 employees

Independent studio for narrative-driven AAA games

Gaming

Compensation Overview

$160k - $180kAnnually

+ Equity + Profit Share

Senior

Los Angeles, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Remote in USA

Category
Visual Effects (VFX)
Art, Graphics & Animation
Required Skills
Unreal Engine
Requirements
  • Proven experience creating realistic and compelling VFX for games.
  • Strong understanding of in-game VFX performance, optimization, and memory budgets.
  • Expertise in industry-standard VFX software (Houdini, 3ds Max, Maya, etc.).
  • Knowledge of modeling, shading, and animation workflows.
  • Strong understanding of PBR concepts and physics-based effects.
  • A portfolio showcasing real-time FX work, preferably in a photorealistic style.
  • 5 to 8 years of experience in VFX for games, visual effects, or film.
  • Proficiency with Unreal Engine.
Responsibilities
  • Produce photorealistic, performant, real-time visual effects including explosions, fire, weapon fire, smoke, clouds, debris, and imagined substances using Unreal Engine and simulation/procedural tools such as Houdini.
  • Collaborate with Environment, Lighting, Animation and Design to support both artistic and gameplay requirements for VFX across gameplay and cinematics.
  • Research and implement new workflows, while contributing to technical documentation.
  • Ensure VFX assets are optimized for performance and within memory budgets.
  • Work with Leads and Production to estimate, plan, and track VFX tasks for upcoming milestones.
That's No Moon Entertainment

That's No Moon Entertainment

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That's No Moon is an independent studio that develops narrative-driven AAA video games. The studio's team consists of experienced developers from well-known game companies, which allows them to create engaging storytelling experiences in their games. Their products focus on immersive narratives that appeal to both casual and hardcore gamers. Unlike many competitors, That's No Moon emphasizes a culture of creativity and collaboration, ensuring that their games are not only high-quality but also produced responsibly. The company's goal is to shape the future of AAA gaming by delivering compelling stories and experiences that resonate with players.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$98.7M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

14%

1 year growth

49%

2 year growth

196%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Raised over $100M from Smilegate, boosting financial stability and growth potential.
  • Rising interest in narrative-driven games aligns with the company's core focus.
  • Cross-platform play trend expands potential audience and player engagement.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from well-funded studios like FuzzyBot could impact market share.
  • Reliance on Smilegate's $100M funding may affect creative independence.
  • Rapid tech evolution requires continuous adaptation, straining resources and timelines.

What makes That's No Moon Entertainment unique

  • Composed of developers from top studios like Naughty Dog and Bungie.
  • Focuses on narrative-driven AAA games with immersive storytelling experiences.
  • Emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and responsible production practices.

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