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TOPPAN Packaging Americas specializes in designing and manufacturing sustainable, high-performance ... CGI Production * Performs pre-flight checks on received artwork and CGI deliverables. * Converts ...

TOPPAN Packaging Americas specializes in designing and manufacturing sustainable, high-performance ... CGI Production * Performs pre-flight checks on received artwork and CGI deliverables. * Converts ...

Junior UX Designer Category: Software Development/ Engineering Main location: United States ... S.- LFY Building a healthy work environment at CGI By playing this video you consent to Google ...

UX Designer Category: Software Development/ Engineering Main location: United States, Louisiana ... CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to ...

Technical Course Designer Category: Project Management Main location: United States, Virginia ... CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation ...

You'll collaborate closely with fellow CGI Artists, Industrial Designers, and Program Managers to produce high-fidelity 3D assets, photorealistic renders, and captivating animations that will appear ...

CGI Artist

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$3K/wk

You'll collaborate closely with fellow CGI Artists, Industrial Designers, and Program Managers to produce high-fidelity 3D assets, photorealistic renders, and captivating animations that will appear ...

CGI Artist

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$3K/wk

You'll collaborate closely with fellow CGI Artists, Industrial Designers, and Program Managers to produce high-fidelity 3D assets, photorealistic renders, and captivating animations that will appear ...

Kafka/Spark Software Development Lead -

Pittsburgh, PA ยท Hybrid

$52 - $69/hr

CGI is looking for an experienced Kafka and Spark Software Development Lead to join our ... As a Kafka Spark Software development Lead, you will be responsible for designing and developing ...

... in designing, developing and executing solutions to enhance the quality of IT products and services for our clients. At CGI, you can explore your full potential - not confined by borders or pre ...

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How much do cgi designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for cgi designer in the United States is $36.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $47.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are CGI Designers?

CGI Designers, or Computer-Generated Imagery Designers, are professionals who create visual content using computer software. They design and produce 2D and 3D graphics, animations, and visual effects for movies, video games, advertisements, and other media. CGI Designers work closely with directors, artists, and other team members to bring imaginative concepts to life. Their expertise requires a strong understanding of design principles, computer graphics software, and sometimes programming skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CGI Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CGI Designer, you need expertise in 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation, often supported by a degree in graphic design, animation, or a related field. Mastery of industry-standard software like Autodesk Maya, Blender, or Cinema 4D, as well as familiarity with rendering engines and sometimes certifications, is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication help CGI Designers collaborate seamlessly within multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for producing visually compelling digital content that meets project goals and client expectations.

What is the difference between Cgi Designer vs 3D Artist?

AspectCgi Designer3D Artist
Required Skills3D modeling, animation, rendering, scripting3D modeling, texturing, rendering, animation
Work EnvironmentFilm, gaming, advertising industriesEntertainment, product visualization, gaming
Common CertificationsVFX, animation courses, software certificationsDesign, animation, software proficiency courses

Both Cgi Designers and 3D Artists work with 3D modeling and rendering, often in similar industries like gaming and film. However, Cgi Designers typically focus on creating visual effects and integrating CGI into live-action footage, while 3D Artists often concentrate on creating detailed models and assets for various media. Their skills overlap, but their roles emphasize different aspects of the 3D production process.

How do CGI Designers typically collaborate with other departments during a project?

CGI Designers often work closely with directors, animators, and visual effects supervisors to ensure their digital creations align with the overall vision of the project. Collaboration is essential, as designers need to interpret feedback from creative leads and integrate CGI with live-action footage or other digital assets. Regular meetings and reviews are common, and designers frequently adjust their work to match storyboards, timing requirements, and technical specifications provided by other departments. This teamwork helps maintain consistency and ensures high-quality, cohesive visual results.
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Infographic showing various Cgi Designer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 29% Full Time, 6% Temporary, 55% Contract, and 7% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,208 per year, or $36.6 per hour.

CGI Artist

Toppan

Cincinnati, OH โ€ข Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

TOPPAN Packaging Americas specializes in designing and manufacturing sustainable, high-performance flexible and thermoformed packaging solutions for the food, beverage, medical and consumer goods industries. We offer products like transparent high barrier films, pouches, clamshells and trays, utilizing advanced technology to enhance product safety, visibility and environmental sustainability.

TOPPAN Packaging Americas operates as part of the global TOPPAN group, with 22 manufacturing facilities across North America, Latin America and Europe.

Want to learn more? Visit us at packaging.toppan.com

Summary Description:

As a division of TOPPAN Packaging Americas - Trident create digital packaging assets for some of the most recognisable brands in the world. Our dynamic, innovative team works with FMCG brands to prepare packaging artworks for mass print production. A digitally focused company, we continuously strive to stay at the forefront of our field, designing and developing our own cutting-edge technologies and powerful systems. This ensures that we are constantly driving our business forward and offering our customers the highest quality service, whether this is retouching media ready for print or crafting a 3D image for E-

commerce sites.

The Senior Artist CGI is responsible for producing CGI assets (static and animated) to customer specification.

What you'll be doing:

CGI Production

  • Performs pre-flight checks on received artwork and CGI deliverables.
  • Converts artwork files into CGI textures with a focus on accurate digital colour matching within accepted tolerance.
  • Builds complex static CGI product packaging masters across all structural types at an advanced level.
  • Creates accurate hard and organic surface models utilizing a range of references (Physical Samples/CAD Data/3D Scan Data).
  • Creates material textures to achieve photorealistic representations of substrates in CGI.
  • Creates photorealistic lighting within the CGI software to enhance the look and feel of a CGI asset (highlights & shadows).
  • Retouches images when client approval/costs are agreed.
  • Builds complex moving/animated CGI assets at an advanced level.
  • Uses the 3D Scanner to produce highly detailed scans for modelling/retopology.

Coaching & Development

  • Guides, advises and mentors less experienced members of the team.
  • Advocates CGI standard working practices across the team.
  • Identifies and discusses issues with relevant team members.

Project Management

  • Represents the CGI production team in the planning of projects.
  • Interacts with the CGI Production Lead to escalate issues.

Continuous Improvement

  • Seeks ways to optimize process to improve quality and delivery.
  • Promotes best practice and continuous improvement within the team.
  • Leads and supports with production initiatives.
  • Participates in root cause and corrective action investigations.

Client Interaction

  • Delivers customer demonstrations.
  • Participates in client meetings.

Contacts:

  • Interacts across teams with multiple disciplines at all levels, collaborating on projects, making recommendations to influence change, giving guidance using their knowledge and expertise.
  • External client interaction in support of our Client Service team.

Level of Responsibility:

  • Is expected to work autonomously.
  • Has no direct reports however informally supports others.

Decision-Making Authority:

  • Makes recommendations on process, performance and business improvements working with CGI Production Lead and CGI Global Subject Matter Expert.

Physical and Sensory Demands:

  • Extensive DSE (Display Screen Equipment) use.
  • Extensive periods of concentration and attention to detail.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting with opportunity to take breaks when required.

Working Environment:

  • Office working environment.
  • Some requirements for flexibility in hours to meet our client and business needs.

This is a HYBRID position located out of Cincinnati OH Office

We'd love to hear from you if:

  • Strong understanding of CGI modelling workflow and geometry.
  • Strong understanding of creating photo realistic materials (bump maps, displacement maps & normal maps).
  • Strong understanding of UV Mapping.
  • Strong working knowledge of industry-standard CGI software including 3DS Max, Modo, VRay.
  • Strong working knowledge of industry-standard artwork production software including Illustrator & Photoshop.
  • Experience with post-production software such as After Effects, Nuke & Real Flow.
  • Experience in delivering rendered assets utilizing CGI software only (no post production).
  • Excellent creativity skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent understanding of composition, photo realism, colour, texture and lighting.
  • A good understanding of photography.
  • Communication skills particularly listening, verbal and written.
  • Ability to build relationships at all levels.
  • Team working skills.
  • Ability to plan, prioritise and organise.
  • Time Management skills to respond to a dynamic work environment.
  • Coaching skills.
  • Proactive problem solving.
  • Decision making skills.
  • Higher Education Qualification in CGI Discipline (e.g BA Games Design)

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support our employees' overall wellbeing. This includes competitive pay, robust benefits, and programs that help you thrive both personally and professionally. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary based on your work location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
  • Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
  • Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.