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Edit animations into cohesive final videos, including color correction, sound design, and music selection. * Own 3D video projects end to end, from concept through final delivery. Required ...

The 3D Generalist is responsible for creating high-quality, photorealistic 3D product imagery and ... Edit animations into cohesive final videos, including color correction, sound design, and music ...

The 3D Generalist is responsible for creating high-quality, photorealistic 3D product imagery and ... Edit animations into cohesive final videos, including color correction, sound design, and music ...

WHAT YOU'LL DO Explico is looking for a talented 3D Generalist in our Detroit or Denver offices. We ... animation, and rendering. We are looking for the type of person that has a strong attention to ...

WHAT YOU'LL DO Explico is looking for a talented 3D Generalist in our Detroit or Denver offices. We ... animation, and rendering. We are looking for the type of person that has a strong attention to ...

Edit animations into cohesive final videos, including color correction, sound design, and music selection. * Own 3D video projects end to end, from concept through final delivery. We seek team ...

Unreal Artist/Generalist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$122K - $146K/yr

We are looking for a passionate, multifaceted Unreal Artist, Generalist to help create beautiful ... Unreal Engine 4, 3D modeling in 3ds Max, Animation in 3ds Max or Maya, Houdini for games. #J-18808 ...

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Trove Brands
Retail • 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

The 3D Generalist is responsible for creating high-quality, photorealistic 3D product imagery and video that brings our products and brand stories to life. The ideal candidate combines strong 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, and animation skills with the ability to take projects from initial concept through polished final delivery. They will collaborate closely with creative, marketing, and product teams to produce compelling visuals that accurately showcase product features, functionality, and design. This role requires both exceptional technical craft and a strong creative eye for product-focused storytelling.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop high-quality photorealistic images and videos of our products.
  • Accurately texture products using physically based materials.
  • Create and animate 3D assets, including strong animation work.
  • Edit animations into cohesive final videos, including color correction, sound design, and music selection.
  • Own 3D video projects end to end, from concept through final delivery.

Required Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of professional experience creating photorealistic 3D product visualizations, animations, or related digital content.
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality, product-focused 3D work, including consumer products, packaged goods, or physical products. Portfolios centered on character animation, architectural visualization, automotive rendering, or gaming assets will not be considered.
  • Expert proficiency in industry-standard 3D software such as Blender, Cinema 4D, Houdini, or similar platforms.
  • Advanced understanding of photorealistic rendering, physically based lighting, materials, texturing, and real-world product presentation.
  • Proven experience creating compelling 3D product animations that effectively communicate product features, functionality, and brand storytelling.
  • Strong 3D modeling skills, including reference-based modeling and accurate recreation of physical products.
  • Experience collaborating with creative, marketing, and product teams to execute projects from concept through final delivery.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience creating realistic dust, liquid, water, or particle simulations to enhance product storytelling and visual impact.
  • Experience with photo scanning, LiDAR scanning, and other techniques for capturing real-world products and environments.
  • Knowledge of compositing workflows and post-production tools such as Adobe After Effects or Nuke.
  • Experience working with consumer brands, e-commerce, advertising, or product marketing content.

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