Visual Effects Artist

Role Overview

Join Tuyoo Games in Singapore as a Visual Effects Artist focused on creating and integrating 2D visual effects tailored primarily for Western casual gaming audiences. You will design captivating game visual elements that enhance user engagement and satisfaction across mobile and web platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality 2D effects including user interface feedback, match-3 game explosions, power-up animations, screen transitions, and celebratory win states suitable for Western casual gamers.
• Create dynamic and rewarding animations, also known as "game juice," to make interactions such as swipes, taps, and combos feel more engaging and satisfying.
• Implement, adjust, and optimize 2D VFX assets directly within the Cocos Creator engine, focusing on particle systems and UI animations.
• Collaborate effectively with internal art and product teams locally and coordinate smoothly with the development team in Beijing to ensure efficient asset handoff and technical deployment.
• Optimize texture atlases, sprite sheets, and animations to reduce draw calls and maintain smooth performance on various mobile and web platforms.

Candidate Requirements

• Possess a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Digital Media, 2D Animation, Fine Arts, or related discipline.
• Bring at least 2 years of experience in mobile game development, specifically with a history of producing 2D visual effects for Casual, Puzzle, or Match-3 games.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in Cocos Creator; experience with Unity 2D is acceptable if willing to adapt.
• Proficient with Photoshop, After Effects, and Animate/Flash for crafting stylized 2D sprite sheets and texture assets.
• Strong grasp of 2D rendering concepts, particle systems, and basic shader modifications within the Cocos Creator framework.
• Experience using AI-assisted image generating tools such as Midjourney or Nano-banana, with the ability to write precise prompts to produce quality 2D art assets aligned to the project's style.
• Have comprehensive knowledge of Western markets (US/EU) preferences, favoring vibrant, clean, stylized visual designs with high clarity.
• Professional fluency in English for seamless communication with global stakeholders, and fluency in Mandarin (spoken and written) for technical and creative discussions with the Beijing development team.