--- title: 'VFX Artist - Marble Sort at Voodoo' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/vfx-artist-marble-sort-voodoo-paris-kycf7h0pj83j' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # VFX Artist - Marble Sort at Voodoo - **Company:** [Voodoo ](https://feeny.ai/companies/voodoo) - **Location:** Paris, France - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-06-22 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/voodoo/ae3e631b-88fb-42b6-bd7d-47f34a9859ab/application **Skills:** Maya, Blender, Unity, Particle systems, Physics simulations, Shaders, Scripting, VFX, Motion graphics, Animation, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Houdini, After Effects, Animation principles > The VFX Artist will create high-quality 2D and 3D visual effects, motion graphics, and animations for the game Marble Sort. Responsibilities include developing visual effects for gameplay, character abilities, and environmental elements, optimizing performance, and collaborating with designers and developers to int... ## Job description ## ABOUT VOODOO Founded in 2013, Voodoo is a tech company that creates mobile games and apps with a mission to entertain the world. Gathering 800 employees, 7 billion downloads, and over 200 million active users, Voodoo is the #3 mobile publisher worldwide in terms of downloads after Google and Meta. Our portfolio includes chart-topping games like Mob Control and Block Jam, alongside popular apps such as BeReal and Wizz. ## TEAM You will be an integral part of a newly established internal studio, a dynamic and focused team dedicated to elevating some of the most promising game concepts emerging from our innovative prototyping teams. This studio is specifically chartered to take high-potential prototypes and evolve them into successful, market-ready titles. In this exciting role, your initial focus will be on Marble Sort https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=en_GB&id=com.microdose.balljam, a game that has already demonstrated significant promise and captured our attention with their compelling core mechanics and engaging gameplay. You'll have the opportunity to contribute directly to the growth and refinement of Marble Sort https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=en_GB&id=com.microdose.balljam, leveraging its existing traction to build a truly exceptional player experience. This is a unique chance to join a project with established momentum while still having a significant impact on the future direction within a dedicated and agile studio environment. ## ROLE - Creating high-quality 2D and 3D VFX, including motion graphics & animations - Developing and implementing visual effects for core gameplay, character abilities, environmental effects, and reward animations - Collaborating with designers, artists, and developers to integrate 3D assets and VFX seamlessly into the game - Working with developers to adapt and integrate new art features based on project specifications - Optimizing VFX for performance - Developing and maintaining VFX pipelines and workflows to ensure efficient production processes - Troubleshooting and solving technical issues related to motion graphics & animations & VFX creation and implementation ## PROFILE - Proven experience as a VFX Artist with a strong portfolio demonstrating a range of 2D/3D art, motion graphics & animations - Proficiency with Maya or Blender. ZBrush, Substance Painter, Houdini, After Effects would be a plus - Experience with Unity real-time rendering - Solid understanding of particle systems, physics simulations, shaders, and scripting - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail - Strong communication and collaboration skills - Experience with shader development and optimization techniques is preferred - Knowledge of animation principles and techniques is a plus - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously ## BENEFITS - Competitive salary - Premium healthcare (SideCare) for you and your family 100% borne by Voodoo - Swile Lunch voucher - Gymlib (100% borne by Voodoo) - Wellness activities in our Paris office - Child daycare facilities (Les Petits Chaperons rouges) ## About Voodoo ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Voodoo is a global tech company that entertains the world through iconic mobile apps and games, empowering bold creators to turn their ideas into hits. - **Entity Type**: Private (minority stakes from Tencent, Goldman Sachs, and Groupe Bruxelles Lambert) - **Headquarters**: Paris, France - **Founded**: 2013 - **Founders**: Alexandre Yazdi, Laurent Ritter ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Mobile gaming, mobile apps, social platforms - **Target customers**: B2C (mobile consumers worldwide) - **Mission or purpose statement**: "Entertain the world through iconic apps and games" – Voodoo aims to empower bold creators and deliver engaging mobile experiences. ## Products & Services - **Mob Control**: Hybrid-casual game that grossed nearly $100 million; started as hyper-casual and evolved post-launch. - **Block Jam 3D**: Block-matching puzzle game; also crossed $100 million in revenue. - **BeReal**: Photo-sharing social app acquired for €500 million in June 2024; 50 million users globally. - **Wizz**: Social media platform launched in 2020; 1 million MAU in the US. - **Publishing Platform**: Voodoo evaluates and publishes games from over 2,000 external studios, providing user acquisition, monetization, and product support. - **Other notable titles**: Paper.io, Helix Jump, Hole.io, Aquapark.io, Snake vs Block, Baseball Boy. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: €1.7 billion (as of August 2021, per Groupe Bruxelles Lambert stake) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $670 million in 2024 (up from $570 million in 2023) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Tencent (minority stake, 2020), Goldman Sachs (minority stake), Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (16% stake, 2021) - **Growth Signals**: - 8 billion total downloads, 150 million monthly active users - 20% revenue growth and strong profitability in 2024 - Acquisition of BeReal for €500M to expand into social apps - Headcount grew from ~750 (2023) to 800+ (2024) - Opened offices in Singapore, Japan, Istanbul, and Montreal to support global expansion ## Competitive Advantages - **Data-driven rapid prototyping**: Launches nearly one game per week, testing retention and playtime metrics to iterate quickly. - **Massive scale and distribution**: 8 billion downloads and a network of 2,000+ external studios give Voodoo unmatched reach in mobile gaming. - **Successful pivot**: Transitioned from hyper-casual to hybrid-casual games and apps, demonstrating adaptability to market changes. - **Strong monetization**: In-app purchases and advertising revenue; Mob Control and Block Jam each generated nearly $100 million. ## Strategic Focus - **Diversification beyond hyper-casual**: Investing in hybrid-casual games and social apps (BeReal, Wizz) to build resilient revenue streams. - **Asia-Pacific expansion**: Leveraging Tencent partnership and new offices in Singapore and Japan. - **Continued innovation**: Maintaining a high-velocity testing culture while scaling the publishing platform to attract more external developers. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Values include speed, risk-taking, direct feedback, fighting bureaucracy, high standards, ownership, and long-term thinking. Described as fast-paced and focused on learning quickly. - **Hiring process**: Aimed at completion within 30 days; includes recruiter conversation, case study/skill test, Q&A, and final interview with senior leadership. - **Teams**: Growth, Engineering & Data, Gaming, Apps, Strategy & Operations, Corporate. - **Work environment**: Global offices in Paris (HQ), Istanbul, Montreal, Singapore, and Japan. Remote/hybrid policy not explicitly stated, but roles are likely office-based in key hubs. - **Notable perks**: Opportunity to work on products with billions of users; ownership mindset encouraged; flat hierarchies with direct feedback culture. ## Sources 1. [voodoo.io](https://voodoo.io/company) 2. [voodoo.io](https://voodoo.io/) 3. [voodoo.io](https://voodoo.io/careers) 4. [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Voodoo_(company)) 5. 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