Remote 3D Rendering Artist Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

This range is provided by 24 Seven Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $30.00/hr - $33.50/hr CGI Artist Details: Hybrid/onsite in a western suburb of Minneapolis Long-term contract role with the potential for conversion and extension Pay- $30-$33.5/hr (annualized at $63,000-$69,500/yr) Position Overview We seek a highly skilled and organized CGI Artist to create high-resolution, photorealistic images of vehicles, parts, and accessories for use in web and print media.

The ideal candidate will manage all aspects of the CGI workflow, including preproduction, modeling, material and texture creation, lighting, rendering, postproduction, and documentation of product changes. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams, including other CGI Artists, Project Managers, Product Engineers, Industrial Designers, and marketing teams, to deliver high-quality digital assets that meet stakeholder expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Develop photorealistic digital assets for websites and marketing materials. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand project requirements and product specifications. Prepare CAD files, create virtual materials, set up lighting and cameras, render images, and perform postproduction. Document product updates and communicate changes to downstream teams. Participate in stakeholder reviews and make revisions as needed. Contribute to team operations using Agile Methodology, including daily standups and task management in Jira. Monitor and report project progress, addressing roadblocks proactively. Ensure adherence to production schedules, workflow standards, and organizational conventions.

Required

Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Game Design, VFX, Digital Media, Computer Animation, or a related field. 3+ years of experience with CGI tools and Cinema 4D, Octane Render, and Adobe Creative Suite. Proficiency in creating photorealistic digital assets. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a team. Self-motivated with strong time-management skills to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred

Skills & Qualifications Experience with real-time engine workflows and tools such as Substance Painter/Designer. Proficiency in creating 3D models and textures from photographs, technical drawings, or point cloud data. Knowledge of lighting, photography, photo manipulation, and compositing. Experience with After Effects, Nuke, or standalone render suites like Octane, Redshift, or V-Ray. Small, highly collaborative team environment consisting of multidisciplinary artists, a project manager, and a supervisor.

We are looking for a creative and dedicated CGI professional ready to contribute to an innovative and fast-paced team. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about creating cutting-edge digital assets and thrive in collaborative environments. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Art/Creative and Marketing Industries Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing Marketing Services Motor Vehicle Manufacturing