Visual Effects Jobs in the UK

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VR Developer

Helensburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Lockheed Martin
and reliable VR/AR code using Unity and C#. Optimise VR/AR performance to deliver seamless and immersive user experiences. Implement interactive features, UI elements, animations, and visual effects . Troubleshoot, debug, and refine applications based on feedback. Stay ahead of industry trends and integrate the latest VR/AR technologies . Participate in code reviews … and reliable VR/AR code using Unity and C#. Optimise VR/AR performance to deliver seamless and immersive user experiences. Implement interactive features, UI elements, animations, and visual effects . Troubleshoot, debug, and refine applications based on feedback. Stay ahead of industry trends and integrate the latest VR/AR technologies . Participate in code reviews More ❯
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Creative Technologist

London Area, United Kingdom
Tag
technologies. Workflow Support: Help develop and refine hybrid pipelines that combine modern technologies with traditional video, animation, and post-production processes. Creative-Technical Integration: Partner with designers, editors, and VFX artists to translate creative ideas into technically feasible solutions that enhance storytelling and visual impact. Tool Customization & Automation: Create scripts, templates, and lightweight tools to improve efficiency, consistency, and … knowledge of 3D tools (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya) and render engines (e.g., Redshift, Octane, Unreal Engine). Strong skills in video editing and motion design software (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve). Experience with real-time engines (Unreal Engine or Unity) for prototyping or content creation. Basic scripting/programming proficiency (Python, JavaScript, or similar) for More ❯
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Creative Technologist

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Tag
technologies. Workflow Support: Help develop and refine hybrid pipelines that combine modern technologies with traditional video, animation, and post-production processes. Creative-Technical Integration: Partner with designers, editors, and VFX artists to translate creative ideas into technically feasible solutions that enhance storytelling and visual impact. Tool Customization & Automation: Create scripts, templates, and lightweight tools to improve efficiency, consistency, and … knowledge of 3D tools (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya) and render engines (e.g., Redshift, Octane, Unreal Engine). Strong skills in video editing and motion design software (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve). Experience with real-time engines (Unreal Engine or Unity) for prototyping or content creation. Basic scripting/programming proficiency (Python, JavaScript, or similar) for More ❯
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Lead Technical Artist

London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Couch Heroes
You will report directly to the Art Director, working closely with design, engineering, and art to ensure our tools, pipelines, and assets are efficient, scalable, and aligned with the visual goals of the game. If you're excited by the idea of leading a small but ambitious team while getting your hands dirty solving complex technical challenges, then this … Lead technical problem-solving and support debugging of art-related performance issues (e.g., draw calls, LODs, shaders, memory usage) Oversee shader development, optimization, and documentation. Maintain a high-quality visual bar while meeting memory and performance budgets. Build and maintain procedural content generation pipelines. Mentor Technical Artists to develop their skills and workflows. Review work, provide clear feedback, and … Engine 5 (Blueprints, Material Editor, and optimization tools). Experience developing and maintaining art pipelines and custom tools (Python, C++, etc.). Solid understanding of shaders, modeling, rendering, lighting, VFX, rigging, skinning, animation and procedural content generation systems. Familiarity with automation for asset creation and integration. Shader programming (HLSL, GLSL, Unreal Material Editor). Python, MEL, or MaxScript for tool More ❯
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Senior Technical Artist

Southampton, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Kinetic Games
You will play a key role in developing new tools, solving pipeline challenges, and ensuring that our game runs smoothly across multiple platforms. Your expertise will help push the visual quality of Phasmophobia while maintaining efficient workflows. Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with artists, designers, and programmers to create and maintain efficient, scalable art pipelines. Optimize art assets and scenes to … workflows and automate repetitive tasks within Unity. Investigate, identify, and solve visual and technical issues during development. Support the art team with shader creation, material setup, lighting, and VFX integration. Ensure that assets meet both artistic and technical standards and work seamlessly within Unity. Stay up to date with the latest tools, techniques, and best practices in real-time … work in the UK. Nice To Have Experience developing for VR and console platforms (especially PSVR2). Knowledge of shader languages such as HLSL or Shader Graph. Experience with VFX tools and techniques. Interest or background in real-time lighting and rendering pipelines. Experience with version control systems such as Git, Perforce and Plastic. Benefits: Competitive salary 5% Employer Match More ❯
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Tech Art Lead

London, England, United Kingdom
Marlee
in C# programming Strong knowledge of 2D/3D asset creation software Proficiency with version control systems (specifically git) Skills in optimizing mobile game performance Strong capabilities in shaders, VFX, animation, and art direction implementation in Unity Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities Fluency in English and ability to represent the tech art team in cross-functional forums Experience … management tools like Jira What makes you ideal: You're a supportive leader who mentors and unblocks your team You have an eye for quality and can deliver both visual and technical feedback You're highly organized and can manage multiple features and priorities simultaneously You contribute meaningfully to creative and technical discussions, balancing design vision with performance requirements … You understand mobile games, art, and game mechanics at a deep level You're passionate about visual appeal and constantly explore new approaches to push creative boundaries within technical constraints Powered by JazzHR #J-18808-Ljbffr More ❯
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Lead Technical Artist

London Area, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Couch Heroes
You will report directly to the Art Director, working closely with design, engineering, and art to ensure our tools, pipelines, and assets are efficient, scalable, and aligned with the visual goals of the game. If you're excited by the idea of leading a small but ambitious team while getting your hands dirty solving complex technical challenges, then this … Lead technical problem-solving and support debugging of art-related performance issues (e.g., draw calls, LODs, shaders, memory usage) Oversee shader development, optimization, and documentation. Maintain a high-quality visual bar while meeting memory and performance budgets. Build and maintain procedural content generation pipelines. Team Leadership: Mentor Technical Artists to develop their skills and workflows. Review work, provide clear … Engine 5 (Blueprints, Material Editor, and optimization tools). Experience developing and maintaining art pipelines and custom tools (Python, C++, etc.). Solid understanding of shaders, modeling, rendering, lighting, VFX, rigging, skinning, animation and procedural content generation systems. Familiarity with automation for asset creation and integration. Shader programming (HLSL, GLSL, Unreal Material Editor). Python, MEL, or MaxScript for tool More ❯
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Lead Technical Artist

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Couch Heroes
You will report directly to the Art Director, working closely with design, engineering, and art to ensure our tools, pipelines, and assets are efficient, scalable, and aligned with the visual goals of the game. If you're excited by the idea of leading a small but ambitious team while getting your hands dirty solving complex technical challenges, then this … Lead technical problem-solving and support debugging of art-related performance issues (e.g., draw calls, LODs, shaders, memory usage) Oversee shader development, optimization, and documentation. Maintain a high-quality visual bar while meeting memory and performance budgets. Build and maintain procedural content generation pipelines. Team Leadership: Mentor Technical Artists to develop their skills and workflows. Review work, provide clear … Engine 5 (Blueprints, Material Editor, and optimization tools). Experience developing and maintaining art pipelines and custom tools (Python, C++, etc.). Solid understanding of shaders, modeling, rendering, lighting, VFX, rigging, skinning, animation and procedural content generation systems. Familiarity with automation for asset creation and integration. Shader programming (HLSL, GLSL, Unreal Material Editor). Python, MEL, or MaxScript for tool More ❯
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Lead Technical Artist

Slough, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
JR United Kingdom
You will report directly to the Art Director, working closely with design, engineering, and art to ensure our tools, pipelines, and assets are efficient, scalable, and aligned with the visual goals of the game. If you're excited by the idea of leading a small but ambitious team while getting your hands dirty solving complex technical challenges, then this … Lead technical problem-solving and support debugging of art-related performance issues (e.g., draw calls, LODs, shaders, memory usage) Oversee shader development, optimization, and documentation. Maintain a high-quality visual bar while meeting memory and performance budgets. Build and maintain procedural content generation pipelines. Mentor Technical Artists to develop their skills and workflows. Review work, provide clear feedback, and … Engine 5 (Blueprints, Material Editor, and optimization tools). Experience developing and maintaining art pipelines and custom tools (Python, C++, etc.). Solid understanding of shaders, modeling, rendering, lighting, VFX, rigging, skinning, animation and procedural content generation systems. Familiarity with automation for asset creation and integration. Shader programming (HLSL, GLSL, Unreal Material Editor). Python, MEL, or MaxScript for tool More ❯
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Senior Layout Artist

London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Technicolor Creative Studios
to achieve and enhance their creative vision. Candidates must demonstrate the fundamentals of visual storytelling through movement, framing, and composition. This role involves hands-on work using traditional VFX workflows, Realtime DCCs, and Virtual Production, depending on the project's requirements. The Cinematographer will collaborate closely with the Mill’s Directors, Animators, Previz, and Layout artists but should also … in practical applications and within CG contexts. They will assume the role of lead artist and/or supervisor based on the project's scale. Comfort with using a VFX Production Pipeline, providing constructive notes, and receiving internal and external feedback is crucial. Experience with real-time engines is highly desirable, specifically in Unreal Engine, Unity, and Frostbite. Details Local … Report: LA Head(s) of CG Works With: Directors, Creative Directors, CG Supervisors, VFX Supervisors, CG HODs, CG Artists, Producers, and Coordinators Responsibilities: Create and supervise shot framing, blocking, and layout for full CG projects. Work within a VFX or Realtime Pipeline using both hand animation and virtual production/mocap. Exceptional understanding of various cameras, lenses, and composition Work More ❯
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Senior Rigging Developer (DNEG Animation)

London, England, United Kingdom
DNEG
Supervisors to develop the most suitable rigging solutions. Job Description/Key Purpose of the Job: DNEG, a highly regarded studio specialising in animation and visual effects (VFX), seeks a skilled and experienced Rigging Developer with a strong passion for technical problem-solving to join their rigging department. The ideal candidate for this position will possess a wealth … of experience working within Animation or VFX studios and a thorough understanding of rigging workflows and techniques. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for developing, enhancing, and creating new workflow tools and rigging modules. You will also be accountable for tackling troubleshooting tasks and supporting the team. You will also organize training sessions for the rigging team, ensuring … long-term quality Additional Skills/Nice to Have Master's degree or higher in Computer Science or related field Experience with other third-party DCC applications used in VFX and Animation, such as Houdini or Blender Experience with C++ software development Experience with USD and its usage in feature production pipelines Experience in Unreal Engine 5 Experience in Bifrost More ❯
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Facial Rigging TD Expression of Interest

City of London, England, United Kingdom
Framestore Limited
across the complete filmmaking process to help design, plan and create beautiful images, we focus on finding innovative creative solutions to support their vision and set new standards for visual effects in cinema. Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day … for high end visual effects films. The Facial Riggers work closely with Modellers and Animators to develop and refine rigs that meet the specific requirements of a VFX pipeline. What you’ll do Prototype, implement and refine facial controls and deformation rigs Troubleshoot and fix rig issues, collect artistic feedback and fine tune face rig behaviour Become a … creating believable CG characters and the requisite attention to detail Experience with scripting (i.e. Python) and the ability to follow strict coding standards Analytical and artistic skills, creativity and visual problem solving Team work, communication and time management skills The ability to write technical documentation and present your work (wiki, screen capture etc.) Strong interest in comparative anatomy You More ❯
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Rigging TD

London, United Kingdom
Framestore Limited
across the complete filmmaking process to help design, plan and create beautiful images, we focus on finding innovative creative solutions to support their vision and set new standards for visual effects in cinema. Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day … rigs for high-end visual effects films. You will work closely with Modellers and Animators to develop and refine rigs that meet the specific requirements of a VFX pipeline. What you'll do Create fully scripted rigs and refine them according to animation and lighting needs. Prototype, implement and refine puppet (skeleton), body (deformer and muscle-based) or … creating believable CG characters and the requisite attention to detail. Experience with scripting (i.e. Python) and the ability to follow strict coding standards. Analytical and artistic skills, creativity and visual problem-solving. Teamwork, communication and time management skills. The ability to write technical documentation and present your work (wiki, screen capture etc.). Basic knowledge of anatomy for bipeds More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Facial Rigging TD Expression of Interest

London, England, United Kingdom
Framestore
across the complete filmmaking process to help design, plan and create beautiful images, we focus on finding innovative creative solutions to support their vision and set new standards for visual effects in cinema. Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day … for high end visual effects films. The Facial Riggers work closely with Modellers and Animators to develop and refine rigs that meet the specific requirements of a VFX pipeline. What you’ll do Prototype, implement and refine facial controls and deformation rigs Troubleshoot and fix rig issues, collect artistic feedback and fine tune face rig behaviour Become a … creating believable CG characters and the requisite attention to detail Experience with scripting (i.e. Python) and the ability to follow strict coding standards Analytical and artistic skills, creativity and visual problem solving Team work, communication and time management skills The ability to write technical documentation and present your work (wiki, screen capture etc.) Strong interest in comparative anatomy You More ❯
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Senior Rigging Developer (DNEG Animation)

United Kingdom
DNEG
Supervisors to develop the most suitable rigging solutions. Job Description/Key Purpose of the Job: DNEG, a highly regarded studio specialising in animation and visual effects (VFX), seeks a skilled and experienced Rigging Developer with a strong passion for technical problem-solving to join their rigging department. The ideal candidate for this position will possess a wealth … of experience working within Animation or VFX studios and a thorough understanding of rigging workflows and techniques. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for developing, enhancing, and creating new workflow tools and rigging modules. You will also be accountable for tackling troubleshooting tasks and supporting the team. You will also organize training sessions for the rigging team, ensuring … long-term quality Additional Skills/Nice to Have Master's degree or higher in Computer Science or related field Experience with other third-party DCC applications used in VFX and Animation, such as Houdini or Blender Experience with C++ software development Experience with USD and its usage in feature production pipelines Experience in Unreal Engine 5 Experience in Bifrost More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Archive Manager/Filmmaker (12 month FTC)

London, England, United Kingdom
Google DeepMind
video content for sharing internally and externally. Collaborate with external creative partners and agencies to produce videos utilizing the rich archive of materials. Develop engaging motion graphics and light visual effects using Adobe After Effects and exploring the potential of GenAI tools to enhance storytelling. Provide editing support for other Google DeepMind video projects as needed, such … to existing processes for increased efficiency. Experience creating motion graphics and/or animation is a plus. Please include a reel if available and specify software used (e.g. After Effects, Cinema 4D, Sketch2AE, Overlord). Experience with Avid Media Composer is a plus, but not mandatory. Comfort and proficiency with Google Apps suite (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, etc. More ❯
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Rendering Technical Director

London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
TechNET Immersive
hands-on with tools like Houdini and modern render engines, helping bring cinematic VR experiences to life with true depth, movement, and immersion. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with CGI and VFX teams to integrate and support volumetric video workflows. Test and validate plugins and tools used in FX-heavy pipelines. Create clear, engaging documentation and tutorials to support external creators. Troubleshoot … re Looking For Solid experience with Houdini and FX pipelines. Proficiency with render engines such as Arnold, V-Ray, Redshift, or equivalent. Understanding of production workflows in feature films, VFX, or high-end CGI. Basic scripting knowledge (e.g., Python) and comfort with command-line tools. Strong communication skills; English fluency required, additional languages a plus. A problem-solving mindset and More ❯
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Senior Pipeline Engineer - Studio (UK)

Glasgow, United Kingdom
BlueSnap, Inc
advertisements. We are seeking a talented Senior Pipeline Engineer to join our dynamic pipeline team and contribute to the development, architecture, and implementation of cutting-edge production pipelines for VFX, animation, and virtual production. You will play a key role in creating innovative features for our existing tools and developing new ones as required. You will actively contribute to and … integrating render farm management systems such as Deadline. Requirements Must be legally authorized to work from Scotland. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in pipeline development within the VFX, animation, or a related industry. In-depth knowledge of animation, modelling, rigging, and rendering pipelines. Strong proficiency in Python programming. Familiarity in Unreal Engine systems: Blueprints, Animation Blueprints, the UE More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Cinematics Director

London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Rocksteady Studios Ltd
to-date on the overall project(s) developments in order to keep cinematic scenes relevant and seamless with the bigger picture Liaise closely with the Script, Animation, Audio, Character, VFX, and Design teams to ensure cohesive shared goals and dependency awareness. Breakdown scripts into storyboard/animatics for clarity and direction for the team (if and when required). Work More ❯
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Effects Technical Director - ILM London

London, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
The Walt Disney Company
Effects Technical Director - ILM London Apply Now Apply Later Job ID Location London, United Kingdom Business Industrial Light & Magic Date posted 6月. 17, 2025 Job Summary: Position Summary At ILM, FX Technical Directors are tasked with creating simulations, procedural animation, and rendering photorealistic effects elements for feature film, animation and episodic visual effects. We seek an artist … quality and efficiency. What we're looking for: Experience as an effects technical director in feature film, animation and/or episodic TV, or other relevant experience in VFX, games or animation. Ability to work with proficiency, energy, and passion within a team environment. A proactive communicator. Engages in the creative process with an inclusive and encouraging approach. Demonstrates … a great eye for aesthetics. Shows interest and skill in solving technical and creative problems. Good understanding of most aspects of Houdini and the VFX pipeline. Linux proficiency. Please provide a demo reel that showcases your creative and technical skills. This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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VFX Artist (Unannounced Project)

London, England, United Kingdom
Wargaming
on delivering cinematic visual quality and a rich, immersive world. Now in the early stages of pre-production and prototyping, we’re looking for a passionate and skilled VFX Artist to help define the look and feel of key visual effects that enhance gameplay and storytelling. You'll play a hands-on role in building high-quality … hard-earned knowledge and continue to develop your skill set by learning from your teammates. Reports to Lead Technical Artist What will you do? Design, create and implement stunning VFX to enhance the dramatic performance of vehicles and characters and breathe life into our world. Collaborate with Animation and Design to support gameplay requirements. Work alongside the VFX Team and … Art Director to deliver innovation and drive quality. Precisely optimize in-game VFX to hit performance metrics finely balanced with visual quality. Help design, construct, document and implement new pipelines and processes. Help to support off-site development partners. Assist with planning within this discipline. What are we looking for? Solid production experience in games, ideally across several shipped More ❯
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Assistant Technical Director (Freelance)

London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
TERRITORY
hybrid work schedule with at least 2-days-in-the-office per week. Who we are Territory Studio is a creative specialist with a unique approach to motion design, visual effects, and digital experiences. Drawing on deep expertise in narrative design for film, games, and brands, we blend creativity with technology to deliver compelling work that pushes boundaries. … skills and a good head for numbers. Familiarity with configuration file formats (e.g., Yaml, Json, XML). Familiarity with basic programming concepts – Python is a bonus! Some experience with VFX software like Nuke, Houdini, After Effects, or Illustrator. An understanding of VFX production pipelines and industry best practices. Familiarity with media formats like QuickTime and EXR. Knowledge of colour More ❯
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Unreal artist

Londonderry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Engine House - Realtime Animation Collective
local talented artists to push the boundaries of real-time animation. Role Description A hybrid work setup, working both remotely and in the office. Tasks include modelling, texturing, lighting, vfx, animation etc etc. The ideal candidate should have a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling through animation. As a small studio our workflow can fluctuate so a … have never used Unreal Engine before then please do get in touch, as all these programs are a variation on a theme anyway! Qualifications Experience in real-time animation, visual effects, and using Unreal Engine Proficiency in 3D modelling software, texturing, and lighting Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues Ability to work collaboratively in More ❯
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Technical Art Expert (Games), Venture Lab

London, England, United Kingdom
Tencent
or more DCC packages such as Maya/Max/Blender/Houdini. c) Fundamental knowledge of rendering pipelines, HLSL/GLSL, cutting-edge visual effects (VFX), advanced lighting and procedural workflows and toolsets. d) In-depth knowledge of performance optimization strategies, asset streaming, and LOD systems across multiple platforms. Strong development experience in Unreal Engine. Experience in More ❯
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Senior VR Product Designer at FundamentalVR in London United Kingdom

London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
FundamentalVR
experience features, flows and interfaces that meet the needs of our customers, specify them, and work with our engineers to implement them in Unity. Youll be responsible for the visual implementation of the UI and learn how to use the no-code and visual scripting tools in our SDK to craft engaging interactions. Alongside these efforts on products … improvements to them before your next project. Requirements What we are looking for A portfolio demonstrating a track record of design contributions to XR projects built in Unity. Strong visual and UX design skills, particularly in VR interfaces, and how motion, visual effects and 3D elements can deliver clear guidance and signposting to users. Some mastery of … Unity, we dont expect you to be able to code, but being able to lay out a user interface is essential and to work with visual scripting or prototype interactions in Unity is highly desirable. Strong capability in feel and micro-interaction design, with the pragmatic attitude needed to achieve consistency and quality within the constraints A keen knowledge More ❯
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Visual Effects
25th Percentile
£33,982
Median
£37,352
75th Percentile
£48,750
90th Percentile
£60,750