Associate 3D Prep Artist

Olberding Brand Family•Cincinnati, OH

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate 3D Prep Artist supports the preparation, organization, and maintenance of production-ready assets used in 3D visualization workflows across client brands, products, and packaging programs. This entry-level role is designed for someone developing technical proficiency while learning established workflows, tools, file standards, and team processes. Working with guidance from more experienced team members, the Associate 3D Prep Artist helps prepare artwork, dielines, textures, reference materials, and supporting files so the 3D Production Team can work efficiently and accurately.

Requirements

Technical proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and Photoshop
Foundational understanding of graphic design, production art, packaging graphics, digital assets, or related creative production workflows
Interest in learning 3D production workflows, product visualization, packaging structures, and asset preparation for 3D environments

Nice To Haves

0–2 years of experience in production art, packaging graphics, digital asset management, digital content workflows, 3D art, or related creative production roles
Coursework, internship, freelance, or entry-level experience preparing, organizing, or maintaining creative, print, packaging, digital, or 3D assets preferred
Exposure to packaging, product visualization, CPG brand content, Cinema 4D, or similar 3D production environments, preferred
Associate or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Digital Design, Digital Marketing, Production Art, Information Management, 3D Art, Animation, or a related field; equivalent coursework, internship experience, portfolio work, or professional experience may be considered

Responsibilities

Support the preparation and organization of client artwork, dielines, textures, reference materials, and production assets for use by the 3D Production Team
Learn and follow established workflows, naming conventions, folder structures, file organization standards, and asset handoff processes
Assist with reviewing incoming files for completeness, accuracy, usability, and alignment to project requirements under guidance from senior team members
Help maintain the 3DHub asset library by organizing files, updating asset information, and supporting accurate categorization for future use
Support basic adaptation and optimization of packaging assets for Cinema 4D and related 3D production tools while building technical confidence
Contribute across multiple clients and projects by completing assigned prep tasks, supporting team needs, and helping keep projects moving
Participate in workflow discussions to build understanding of the 3D production process