Senior 3D Product Render Artist

dbrand

2d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior 3D Product Render Artist to transform raw CAD files into highly convincing image assets. The ideal candidate will own the entire rendering process, from raw STEP files to the final frame, and will not require constant supervision. This role is for someone who can create renders so realistic that they could be mistaken for actual photography, potentially fooling tech publications. The work will be scrutinized by millions of customers, site visitors, and social media followers, requiring meticulous attention to detail and accuracy. The artist will be part of the Photography team, contributing to the website, social channels, video projects, and packaging. Collaboration with Graphic Designers and Software Engineers for product page animations, and with the Videography team for 3D scenes and motion graphics, will be essential. The role demands agility to handle high volumes of renders during peak seasons, necessitating the development of efficient pipelines and scene systems. Speed and perfection are both critical, with the ability to switch gears between detailed hero shots and rapid, impactful social media assets.

Requirements

5-10 years’ professional experience.
Native fluency in Blender or Cinema 4D.
Knowledge of converting industry standard CAD (STEP, STL, OBJ) files into workable 3D assets for production.
Advanced skills in shading / texturing / UV mapping / lighting / rendering.
Proficient knowledge of photographic and cinematic techniques (composition, advanced lighting, depth of field, editing) related to computer graphics production.
Working skills in 3D modelling / rigging / animation.
Ability to take Industrial CAD files of products through a full pipeline (refine, shade, layout, light, render, animate) to create technically proficient and creatively advanced cinematic compositions (i.e. reels for YouTube videos and TikTok, etc.).
Core competency in Adobe software suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).
Ability to self-direct and take ownership of a project within a given creative mandate.
An impeccable communication style - your grasp of the English language is flawless.
Detail-oriented, self-sufficient, resourceful, organized, and proactive.
The instinct to help teammates thrive and the openness to learn from past experiences.
The ability to solve complex problems (or know where to find the answer).
Commitment to long-term growth and learning opportunities.

Nice To Haves

Additional skills in Houdini, 3ds Max, or Unreal Engine are an asset, but not required.
Experience creating high-concept creative advertising animations.
Basic knowledge of CGI VFX techniques (3D tracking, match move, HDRI lighting, etc.).
Basic knowledge of titling / captioning / transitions.
Basic knowledge of video codecs / compression schemes / aspect ratios.

Responsibilities

Own realistic product renders for the dbrand website end to end, from engineering CAD through to final export.
Build and maintain scene systems, so a new SKU on an existing product line comes out consistent with the rest of the catalogue in a fraction of the time.
Create animated 3D elements for dbrand drop pages.
Turn still-shot prep into same-day social cuts when the brief calls for it.
Create animated 3D scenes and motion graphics for dbrand videos.
Create ad-hoc 3D elements as needed.
Hold both quality and schedule through peak season, when the render count runs into four figures.