3D Artist
Menlo Park, CA · On-site
$50 - $80/hr
Title: 3D Artist Location: Remote US Duration: 8 months + Extensions Compensation: $50-80/hr Work ... Hard Surface Modeling: * Model assets with a focus on accuracy and realism. * Maintain clean ...
3D Artist
Menlo Park, CA · On-site
$50 - $80/hr
Title: 3D Artist Location: Remote US Duration: 8 months + Extensions Compensation: $50-80/hr Work ... Hard Surface Modeling: * Model assets with a focus on accuracy and realism. * Maintain clean ...
Graphics Technician
Rapid City, SD · On-site
Job duties include, but not limited to, 3D Hard Surface Modeling, 3D model optimization, Texture creation, UV Mapping, Rigging, Animating, and Rendering. He /She should be knowing any 3DS knowledge.
Graphics Technician
Rapid City, SD · On-site
Job duties include, but not limited to, 3D Hard Surface Modeling, 3D model optimization, Texture creation, UV Mapping, Rigging, Animating, and Rendering. He /She should be knowing any 3DS knowledge.
Performing hard and soft surface modeling within ZBrush. Requirements: * Applicant must have ... Job Type: Full-time.
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Performing hard and soft surface modeling within ZBrush. Requirements: * Applicant must have ... Job Type: Full-time.
3D Modeler
Orlando, FL · On-site
$57K - $104K/yr
Primary Responsibilities • Build high-quality, optimized hard-surface 3D models according to project specifications • Collaborate with other 3D modelers and multi-disciplinary teams to refine ...
3D Modeler
Orlando, FL · On-site
$57K - $104K/yr
Primary Responsibilities • Build high-quality, optimized hard-surface 3D models according to project specifications • Collaborate with other 3D modelers and multi-disciplinary teams to refine ...
3D Modeler
Orlando, FL · On-site
$57K - $104K/yr
Primary Responsibilities Build high-quality, optimized hard-surface 3D models according to project specifications Collaborate with other 3D modelers and multi-disciplinary teams to refine assets for ...
3D Modeler
Orlando, FL · On-site
$57K - $104K/yr
Primary Responsibilities Build high-quality, optimized hard-surface 3D models according to project specifications Collaborate with other 3D modelers and multi-disciplinary teams to refine assets for ...
3D Modeler
Orlando, FL · On-site
$57K - $104K/yr
Primary Responsibilities • Build high-quality, optimized hard-surface 3D models according to project specifications • Collaborate with other 3D modelers and multi-disciplinary teams to refine ...
3D Modeler
Orlando, FL · On-site
$57K - $104K/yr
Primary Responsibilities • Build high-quality, optimized hard-surface 3D models according to project specifications • Collaborate with other 3D modelers and multi-disciplinary teams to refine ...
3D Modeler
Winter Garden, FL · On-site
$57K - $104K/yr
Primary Responsibilities • Build high-quality, optimized hard-surface 3D models according to project specifications • Collaborate with other 3D modelers and multi-disciplinary teams to refine ...
3D Modeler
Winter Garden, FL · On-site
$57K - $104K/yr
Primary Responsibilities • Build high-quality, optimized hard-surface 3D models according to project specifications • Collaborate with other 3D modelers and multi-disciplinary teams to refine ...
Expertise in 3D sculpting and modeling using both organic and hard-surface techniques * Ability to interpret 2D designs and produce finished 3D models for print and manufacturing, including file ...
Expertise in 3D sculpting and modeling using both organic and hard-surface techniques * Ability to interpret 2D designs and produce finished 3D models for print and manufacturing, including file ...
3D Designer
Egg Harbor Township, NJ · On-site
$75K - $85K/yr
Expertise in 3D sculpting and modeling using both organic and hard-surface techniques * Ability to interpret 2D designs and produce finished 3D models for print and manufacturing, including file ...
3D Designer
Egg Harbor Township, NJ · On-site
$75K - $85K/yr
Expertise in 3D sculpting and modeling using both organic and hard-surface techniques * Ability to interpret 2D designs and produce finished 3D models for print and manufacturing, including file ...
TECHNICAL ARTIST
$120K - $144K/yr
TRICK 3D sits at the forefront of immersive content and technology innovation in VR, AR, MR and ... Experience with organic and hard surface modeling with clean, optimized topology and UVs.
TECHNICAL ARTIST
$120K - $144K/yr
TRICK 3D sits at the forefront of immersive content and technology innovation in VR, AR, MR and ... Experience with organic and hard surface modeling with clean, optimized topology and UVs.
TECHNICAL ARTIST
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$120K - $144K/yr
TRICK 3D sits at the forefront of immersive content and technology innovation in VR, AR, MR and ... Experience with organic and hard surface modeling with clean, optimized topology and UVs.
TECHNICAL ARTIST
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$120K - $144K/yr
TRICK 3D sits at the forefront of immersive content and technology innovation in VR, AR, MR and ... Experience with organic and hard surface modeling with clean, optimized topology and UVs.
Surface Designer
Wakarusa, IN · On-site
$100K - $110K/yr
As a Surface Designer, develop high-quality Class-A surfaces and 3D digital models that reflect design intent, brand identity, and user experience goals * Translate sketches, concept renderings, and ...
Surface Designer
Wakarusa, IN · On-site
$100K - $110K/yr
As a Surface Designer, develop high-quality Class-A surfaces and 3D digital models that reflect design intent, brand identity, and user experience goals * Translate sketches, concept renderings, and ...
Surface Designer
Wakarusa, IN · On-site
$100K - $110K/yr
As a Surface Designer, develop high-quality Class-A surfaces and 3D digital models that reflect design intent, brand identity, and user experience goals * Translate sketches, concept renderings, and ...
Surface Designer
Wakarusa, IN · On-site
$100K - $110K/yr
As a Surface Designer, develop high-quality Class-A surfaces and 3D digital models that reflect design intent, brand identity, and user experience goals * Translate sketches, concept renderings, and ...
Heavy Civil 3D Modeler
Tempe, AZ · On-site
Build 3D models for heavy civil projects including roadway, grading, site, pad, haul road, access ... surfaces * Strong computer skills with willingness to learn multiple modeling platforms * High ...
Heavy Civil 3D Modeler
Tempe, AZ · On-site
Build 3D models for heavy civil projects including roadway, grading, site, pad, haul road, access ... surfaces * Strong computer skills with willingness to learn multiple modeling platforms * High ...
Build 3D models for heavy civil projects including roadway, grading, site, pad, haul road, access ... surfaces * Strong computer skills with willingness to learn multiple modeling platforms * High ...
Build 3D models for heavy civil projects including roadway, grading, site, pad, haul road, access ... surfaces * Strong computer skills with willingness to learn multiple modeling platforms * High ...
Job Title Demand Planner - Builder Hard Surface Position Overview The Demand Planner I is ... Collaborate closely with the Senior Demand Planner to review forecast models, assumptions, and ...
Job Title Demand Planner - Builder Hard Surface Position Overview The Demand Planner I is ... Collaborate closely with the Senior Demand Planner to review forecast models, assumptions, and ...
3D CAD Modeler
Dahlgren, VA · On-site
Will support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, Integrated Topside Design, for the creation and updates of 3D models of U.S. Navy ships, support of shipboard laser 3D scanning, and ...
3D CAD Modeler
Dahlgren, VA · On-site
Will support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, Integrated Topside Design, for the creation and updates of 3D models of U.S. Navy ships, support of shipboard laser 3D scanning, and ...
Digital Surface Modeler
Fond Du Lac, WI · On-site
$86K - $126K/yr
Digital models may also be based on modifications to existing 3D surface models. * Translating Industrial Design and Engineering criteria inputs into highquality CAD surfaces that meet requirements ...
Digital Surface Modeler
Fond Du Lac, WI · On-site
$86K - $126K/yr
Digital models may also be based on modifications to existing 3D surface models. * Translating Industrial Design and Engineering criteria inputs into highquality CAD surfaces that meet requirements ...
3D BIM Modeler
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... surfaces, pavements, alignments, profiles, assemblies, and corridors. **Local PA residents are ... Associate's degree * 2 years of BIM or 3D Modeling experience required (Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks)
3D BIM Modeler
Blue Bell, PA · On-site
... surfaces, pavements, alignments, profiles, assemblies, and corridors. **Local PA residents are ... Associate's degree * 2 years of BIM or 3D Modeling experience required (Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks)
Rhino 3D Modeling Supervisor
Los Angeles, CA · Remote
$500 - $700/day
Estimated 15-26 weeks of remote, full-time production * Project-based / freelance with potential ... Strong experience supervising or coordinating 3D modeling teams * Excellent organizational and ...
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Rhino 3D Modeling Supervisor
Los Angeles, CA · Remote
$500 - $700/day
Estimated 15-26 weeks of remote, full-time production * Project-based / freelance with potential ... Strong experience supervising or coordinating 3D modeling teams * Excellent organizational and ...
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Job description
Title: 3D Artist
Location: Remote US
Duration: 8 months + Extensions
Compensation: $50-80/hr
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
HOW WE WORK
Our team is at the intersection between product and marketing, where a tremendous opportunity lies. We inspire through storytelling and enable through product. Our work takes shape through partnerships with product and marketing teams, helping them solve their people problems while achieving our brand goals. We're dedicated to our quest that bridges the gap between marketing and product to create in-product brand expressions.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
We are seeking a talented 3D Artist who can move fluidly between the worlds of product and marketing to bring the two closer together. This person will partner with design teams, marketers, and product teams to create hard surface modeling for industrial design assets. The ideal candidate excels in creating precise, visually compelling models of product-based objects, optimized for real-time applications. Expertise in retopology, UV creation, and texture baking is essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Information collected and processed through your application with INSPYR Solutions (including any job applications you choose to submit) is subject to INSPYR Solutions' Privacy Policy and INSPYR Solutions' AI and Automated Employment Decision Tool Policy: https://www.inspyrsolutions.com/policies/ . By submitting an application, you are consenting to being contacted by INSPYR Solutions through phone, email, or text.
26-155808
Location: Remote US
Duration: 8 months + Extensions
Compensation: $50-80/hr
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
HOW WE WORK
Our team is at the intersection between product and marketing, where a tremendous opportunity lies. We inspire through storytelling and enable through product. Our work takes shape through partnerships with product and marketing teams, helping them solve their people problems while achieving our brand goals. We're dedicated to our quest that bridges the gap between marketing and product to create in-product brand expressions.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
We are seeking a talented 3D Artist who can move fluidly between the worlds of product and marketing to bring the two closer together. This person will partner with design teams, marketers, and product teams to create hard surface modeling for industrial design assets. The ideal candidate excels in creating precise, visually compelling models of product-based objects, optimized for real-time applications. Expertise in retopology, UV creation, and texture baking is essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Hard Surface Modeling:
- Model assets with a focus on accuracy and realism.
- Maintain clean geometry and edge flow suitable for real-time rendering.
- Retopology:
- Optimize high-poly hard surface models into low-poly meshes for real-time use.
- Ensure models meet technical requirements for polygon count, edge flow, and UV layout.
- UV Creation:
- Unwrap and layout UVs for hard surface assets, ensuring efficient use of texture space and minimal distortion.
- Organize UV islands for optimal texture baking and real-time performance.
- Texturing & Baking:
- Bake high-quality textures from high-poly to low-poly assets.
- Author PBR textures using industry-standard tools (e.g., Substance Painter, Designer, Photoshop).
- Basic Rigging:
- Set up simple skeletons and controls for hard surface assets to enable basic animation and posing.
- Real-Time Optimization:
- Balance visual fidelity with performance constraints for real-time engines
- Implement best practices for LODs, texture atlases, and efficient material usage.
- Work closely with technical artists, product visualization designers, producers, product marketers, product managers, and engineers to ensure assets integrate seamlessly into production pipelines.
- Work cross-functionally, balancing the needs of stakeholders and breaking down complex narratives into simple, compelling ideas
- Lead the 3D asset production from rendering models to launch in collaboration with technical artists, product visualization designers, producers, product marketers, product managers, and engineers
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience in hard surface modeling, retopology, UV creation, and texture baking
- Demonstrated experience in marketing, product and design
- Portfolio features demonstrating hard surface models, advanced UV layouts, high-fidelity baked textures
- Proficiency with 3D modeling software (e.g., Cinema 4D, Blender, Maya).
- Advanced knowledge of retopology, UV unwrapping, and texture baking tools.
- Strong understanding of PBR materials and workflows.
- Strong understanding of real-time rendering constraints and optimization techniques.
- Basic rigging skills for hard surface assets.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of experience producing interactive assets for marketing, promotional, or showcase purposes.
- Experience with mobile platforms or AR/VR
- Experience with GLB/USDZ file formats
- Proficient using AI tooling to improve efficiency of the asset production process
About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Information collected and processed through your application with INSPYR Solutions (including any job applications you choose to submit) is subject to INSPYR Solutions' Privacy Policy and INSPYR Solutions' AI and Automated Employment Decision Tool Policy: https://www.inspyrsolutions.com/policies/ . By submitting an application, you are consenting to being contacted by INSPYR Solutions through phone, email, or text.
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About Inspyr Solutions
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Industry
Internet and it
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Fort Lauderdale, FL, US