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Apple

Digital Sculptor (All levels)

Cupertino, CA · On-site

The sculpting team is crucial to the design and development of all current and future Apple products. Description The CAD sculptor creates high-quality digital 3D surface models used in the ...

Jakks Pacific Inc

Temp Sculptor

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

AA, BFA or BA, Sculpting, Digital Sculpting or related field Our Benefits: * Compensation : JAKKS Pacific offers a competitive salary. Compensation for this role commensurate with experience ...

Apple

Digital Sculptor (All levels)

Cupertino, CA

$175K - $311K/yr

The sculpting team is crucial to the design and development of all current and future Apple products. Description The CAD sculptor creates high-quality digital 3D surface models used in the ...

General Motors

Technical Sculptor

Warren, MI · On-site

Executes clay or digital models by developing aesthetic surfaces that meet time and quality requirements as directed by Sculpting Leadership. Contributes to problem solving by collaborating with ...

General Motors

Technical Sculptor

Warren, MI · Hybrid

Executes clay or digital models by developing aesthetic surfaces that meet time and quality requirements as directed by Sculpting Leadership. Contributes to problem solving by collaborating with ...

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A Digital Sculptor's day often involves creating, refining, and optimizing 3D models based on concept art or reference materials, while collaborating closely with art directors, animators, and other team members. You may spend time revising assets in response to feedback, ensuring models meet technical specifications for animation or production pipelines. Regular tasks can include sculpting organic or hard-surface forms, texturing, and preparing models for further use in visual effects or interactive applications. This role requires adaptability and communication to integrate feedback and maintain consistency with the overall project vision.

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A Digital Sculpting job involves creating highly detailed 3D models using specialized software like ZBrush or Blender. Digital sculptors shape virtual clay to design characters, creatures, props, and other assets for video games, movies, animations, and 3D printing. This role requires artistic skills, a strong understanding of anatomy and form, and technical expertise in 3D modeling tools. Digital sculptors often work in collaboration with concept artists and modelers to bring creative visions to life.

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Senior Design Sculptor - Digital Technical

General Motors

Warren, MI • On-site

Full-time

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Job Description
Job Description
The Senior Design Sculptor - Digital Technical is a studio expert responsible for developing high-quality digital surfaces that bring advanced design concepts to life. In this role, you will guide sculpting teams across multiple programs, ensuring alignment with aesthetic targets, engineering requirements, and global modeling standards. You'll collaborate closely with design, engineering, and cross-functional partners to solve complex technical challenges and advance surface development processes. This role also plays a key part in mentoring talent, driving continuous improvement, and integrating new technologies into studio workflows.
What You'll Do
  • Develop high-quality aesthetic digital surfaces that meet Design intent, engineering requirements, and GVDP quality standards.
  • Execute digital models to program timelines while ensuring accuracy, surface integrity, and data readiness for release.
  • Mentor sculpting teams on modeling techniques, best practices, and new digital tools to elevate studio capability.
  • Collaborate with design and engineering stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and influence 3D solutions.
  • Lead and participate in peer reviews, providing expert feedback on surface construction and continuous improvement.
  • Contribute to digital SMS forums, helping shape training strategies, workflow enhancements, and process alignment.
  • Reinforce studio data management standards and corporate systems (e.g., Teamcenter, SharePoint) across teams.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Industrial Design, Transportation Design, or related field; equivalent industry experience considered.
  • 8+ years of digital modeling or sculpting experience in a design studio environment.
  • Expert proficiency with digital sculpting tools such as Alias, VRED, HMD, or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate 2D sketches and design intent into refined 3D surfaces.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence and guide cross-functional teams.
  • Experience mentoring others in digital sculpting techniques, workflows, and modeling standards.
  • Ability to meet GVDP requirements, adhere to global processes, and work effectively under compressed timelines.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Deep knowledge of design trends, new technologies, and advanced modeling methods.
  • Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives or implementing innovative digital workflows.
  • Strong aesthetic judgment and ability to contribute to design reviews and 3D problem-solving.

About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
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General Motors is a company with global scale and capabilities, headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, with employees around the world. The company employs over 165,000 people, serves six continents, operates across 22 time zones, and has a diverse workforce speaking 75 languages1. GM’s vision is to drive the world forward by pioneering innovations that move and connect people to what matters. The company is working towards an all-electric future with its new Ultium Platform and is pushing transportation options beyond our wildest imaginations with autonomous vehicles. GM is also committed to becoming the most inclusive company in the world.

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Transportation equipment manufacturing

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Detroit, MI, US

Year founded

1908

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