3D Artist Job Openings
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Voia
3D Generalist (Blender)
Starting at $130K/yr - On-site - Sunnyvale, CA
Voia’s AI platform revolutionizes professional video production. We combine 3D rendering with predictive and generative AI to enable video makers create Hollywood grade visuals. We combine iPhone-based capture technology with cloud AI processing and 3D rendering to seamlessly place live action performance inside cinematic virtual environments. Our technology makes it easier, faster and much cheaper to produce professional looking videos.
The Role
We're looking for a skilled 3D Generalist to join our Sunnyvale team. You'll play a crucial role in virtual production projects, working at the intersection of video, 3D and AI.
Key Responsibilities
Design and build 3D environments in Blender
Compose cinematic footage by embedding AI processed live action video into Blender
Dress and relight 3D environments with embedded live video
Control camera motion and render video out of Blender
Work with internal and external customers to adjust projects to fit their needs
Work with developers and AI researchers to explore new 3D tools, features, and pipelines to enhance our platform
Steel Blue
3D Content Creator for Apple Vision Pro - Retail Environments
$90K/yr - $125K/yr Remote Full-time
We're seeking a talented 3D artist to join our innovative team working on cutting-edge 3D retail environments for the Apple Vision Pro platform. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of spatial computing in retail design through high-quality, optimized 3D content.
About Us
Our team collaborates closely with a leader in retail design to create immersive 3D scenes that revolutionize how we conceptualize, design, and showcase retail spaces.
Key Responsibilities
Create and optimize high-quality 3D models and photo real environments for the Apple Vision Pro platform
Convert high-polygon 3ds Max scenes and models into optimized, real-time ready assets
Perform efficient UV unwrapping and texture baking for optimized models
Create and edit textures to maintain visual fidelity while meeting performance requirements
Implement 3D assets into Reality Composer Pro projects (experience with Unity and Unreal Engine a plus)
Collaborate with developers and designers to ensure 3D content meets both aesthetic and technical requirements
Stay up-to-date with the latest 3D modeling techniques and optimization strategies for AR/VR platforms
New York Power Authority
3D Designer
$79.1K/yr - $115K/yr - Onsite - White Plains, NY
A 3D Designer utilizes 3D design tools, i.e. AutoCAD 3D, Revit, etc. to create detailed 3D designs and 2D extraction packages. The Designer has knowledge in the capture and creation of point clouds and utilizes them within the design process as an aid for model creation as well as initial concept overlay all the way to as-built verification. The Designer requires knowledge in navigating and creating collaborative model document repositories. The Designer must be able to work with a team which is gaining 3D design experience and be able to aid as required. Staying up to date on the latest 3D technologies is required.
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of a Senior Designer, the designer (Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural) prepares preliminary sketches and/or schematic diagrams/wiring diagrams/block diagrams, cable & conduit schedules/flow diagrams/equipment layouts/foundation details/plan and profiles/structural details/P&IDs/bill of materials, etc. specific to their design discipline
Responsible for drawings of components, systems and structures which are done in collaboration with other designers and CADD Operators to develop final design and construction packages
Field verification through site inspections may be required to confirm existing design information reflects actual field conditions,
Requires skills in a design discipline and knowledge of construction techniques
Utilize the Document Management System to perform the design work
The 3D Artist Community Updates
This week’s AMA is with Nicholas Castillo. Nicholas Castillo is an experienced 3D Technician with expertise in 360 VR, AR/VR/XR/MR, MoCap, CAD, Revit, and laser scanning. With a background in Defense and space, he holds a BS in Media Arts and animation and an MS in Management and leadership. He is also skilled in drones and engineering.
3D Merch is here!
Hello! Michael Tanzillo here. I am the Head of Technical Artists with the Substance 3D Growth team at Adobe. Previously, I was a Senior Artist on animated films at Blue Sky Studios/Disney with credits including three Ice Age movies, two Rios, Peanuts, Ferdinand, Spies in Disguise, and Epic.
In addition to his work as an artist, I am the Co-Author of the book Lighting for Animation: The Visual Art of Storytelling and the Co-Founder of The Academy of Animated Art, an online school that has helped hundreds of artists around the world begin careers in Animation, Visual Effects, and Digital Imaging. I also created The 3D Artist Community and this newsletter.
www.michaeltanzillo.com
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