3D Generalist Artist

www.sphereentertainmentco.com.

Who are we hiring?

We are seeking an experienced 3D Generalist with a passion for creating content for the largest screen in the world.

This 3D generalist role requires experience across every aspect of 3D: camera tracking and layout, modeling, texturing, rigging, animation, particles, dynamics, lighting, and rendering, with expert-level skills in one or more of those areas.

The role is expected to work closely with leadership in creative development, production, post-production, and playback. This position is ideal for good communicators with a positive attitude and experience in creative problem-solving. This role is part of a production artist group exploring and developing a unique visual and technical language for Sphere, in collaboration with the creative development team.

What will you do?

• Work through the lifecycle of the content and advise on where efficiencies can be gained via current and advancing toolsets.

• Collaborate in a production artist group exploring and developing a unique language for Sphere, in collaboration with a creative development team.

• Provide technical and artistic solutions to fulfill creative requirements, collaborating across departments to achieve deliverable goals to studio standards.

• Utilize 3D capabilities to solve technical problems and create new workflows to fulfill creative needs.

• Stay up to date with trends in art, design, and advancing technology.

• Work with supervisors to address notes from clients or creative teams to create content.

• Document tools and techniques for departmental reference.

• Collaborate with the team to solve complex challenges and contribute to best practices and workflows from development to compositing.

• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency equivalent to 5+ years of experience working as a 3D/CG generalist.

• Proficient user of Cinema 4D and After Effects, plus working knowledge of other 3D software and tools.

• Knowledge of lighting and rendering, with experience in Redshift being desirable.

• Experience with motion graphics and animation for events, commercials, or advertising.

• Working knowledge of real-time software toolsets and the creation and rendering of that content in those DCCs (Unreal Engine) is desirable.

• Understanding of and experience within a 3D pipeline from visualization to final render.

• Positive attitude and proven track record in creative problem-solving, with expressed interest in new technology and processes.

• Software agnosticism is a plus; adaptability to new pipelines and utilization of provided tools are critical.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively under pressure.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with other departments and stakeholders.

• Passion for innovation and a commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends and technologies.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing creative and technical demands.

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