The Senior 3D Artist is a confident artist who produces images with a high level of complexity, considering a high level of details and information and is a reference for the team in artistic and technical questions. Ability to organize production in the absence of the Product Owner.

 

KPIs

· Rhythm of the production process;

· Overall quality of the images;

· Reliability in complex and strategic projects;

· Ability to share knowledge.

 

Responsibilities

· Responsible for combining geometry from different sources (architecture and furniture) following a proposed layout in a single and organized file;

· Distribute accessories in the scene to enhance the composition and highlight the storytelling;

· Propose camera candidates using the appropriate framing techniques according to the message to be delivered;

· Correct use of Displacement maps and Displacement optimization;

· Map surfaces to apply textures using UVW mapping techniques and the Real-World Map Size approach;

· Unwrap geometry with low to medium complexity;

· Produce adjustments using Adobe Photoshop in order to improve the overall quality of the scene;

· Replace the backplate photography in the scenes considering correct perspective and light;

· Attend to team gatherings to discuss the progress and distribution of tasks;

· Master Corona renderer and its tools (Corona randomizer, Corona distance, Triplanar, Albedo, etc.);

· Clear understanding of render elements and their applications in post-production;

· Organize files to automate Light Mix lights organization (considering RAM optimization);

· Scene optimization (texture resolutions, Quixel Megascans, displacement, number of lights, etc..);

· Best practices regarding geometry (proxies, Xrefs, chamfers, turbosmooth, etc.);

· Lighting the scene with realism by providing appropriate lighting techniques, being able to light paint, and using theatrical lighting techniques when necessary;

· Work in the production of lower complexity scenes with minimum supervision;

· Produce adjustments using Adobe Photoshop using blend modes and other editing tools;

· Be innovative, with an eye for the whole and the detail;

· Monitor and guide Intermediate and Junior artists, helping them to achieve best results and grow in their careers;

· Create complex and unusual materials with a great level of accuracy and fidelity to references;

· Proficiency in Post-production techniques (creating and editing textures, masks, etc.);

· Master production of 360 images and how to create virtual tours;

· Preparation of the flight plan for drone photography;

· Solve complex problems that may arise during projects;

· Master advanced post-production techniques;

· Create highly complex realistic materials with a great level of accuracy and fidelity to references;

· Work on the images in order to replicate any proposed mood;

· Manage Renderfarm team usage.

 

Skill/Experience

· 1+ year of experience as an Upper Intermediate 3D Artist;

· Adaptability and an enthusiasm for continuous learning;

· Knowledge of 3dsMax viewport navigation and shortcuts;

· Knowledge of poly modeling to produce, adjust, and refine clean models of common architectural elements;

· Self-motivate and takes challenges with minimum direction, with the ability to see when something needs to be done and react accordingly;

· Ability to self-motivate while operating effectively in a team-oriented and collaborative environment;

· Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude;

· Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices;

· Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple competing tasks;

· Ability to present ideas in friendly language;

· Must be able to read technical drawings and information;

· Knowledge of Corona lights and Photometric IES lights;

· Knowledge of Corona Sun and Sky;

· Knowledge of HDRI usage;

· Knowledge of DOF and motion blur techniques using lens settings in 3ds max;

· Advanced post-production techniques (people placement, other elements compositing);

· Be able to work in complex scenes with minimum supervision;

· Ability to work on photomontages, aligning cameras to the photographs (camera match);

· Create complex and unusual materials with a great level of accuracy and fidelity to references;

· Develop lighting solutions with a high level of complexity and clear light hierarchy proposition;

· Advanced knowledge of Forest Pack tools - Elephant Skin´s workflow

· Advanced unwrap techniques;

· Knowledge of VFX techniques will be considered a plus (Chaos Phoenix FD, Marvelous Designer);

· Ability to work on several projects simultaneously;

· Artistic sensitivity;

· Ability to lead the team in the absence of the Product Owner of the team

· Raw photo editing.

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To Apply:

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Send us an e-mail with your resume and cover letter, telling us why you want to be part of Elephant Skin, to career@elephant-skin.com. Please add on "Subject"  (LAST NAME, NAME) - SENIOR 3D ARTIST - CITY. ​