3D/VFX Generalist

Company Overview:

VX Media transcends the typical creative agency model by being at the forefront of emerging trends and industry insights, enabling them to deliver powerful, personalized solutions. Their comprehensive services span influencer marketing, talent management, social media consulting, and content production. VX Media fosters a new wave of 3D/AR/AI/VR creators committed to crafting engaging, culturally rich content. They cater to diverse brands from fashion, beauty, accessories, to lifestyle, technology and carefully customize their strategies to meet each brand’s unique needs.

Position Overview: Contract-to-Hire (3 Months)

We are looking for a talented individual to join our team initially on a 3-month contract basis, with the potential for full-time employment based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

1. 3D Content Creation Expertise: Proficient in all aspects of 3D content creation, including hard surface/organic modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, cloth simulation, and rendering.
2. Photo-Realistic 3D Content: Skilled in creating photo-realistic content aligning with the art director's vision.
3. Rendering Pipeline Knowledge: Familiarity with industry-standard rendering pipelines and third-party solutions.
4. Mastery of Blender Software: Profound skills in using Blender for various 3D creation tasks.
5. Comprehensive 3D Skills: Extensive experience in 3D modeling, PBR Texturing, Lighting, Animation, and Rendering.
6. Professional Experience: At least 3+ years of professional experience as a 3D artist or in a similar role.
7. Technical Modeling Skills: Expertise in UV unwrapping, optimization, and maintaining clean topology.
8. Organic Modeling Expertise: Expert in organic modeling using sculpting and deformation tools
9. Portfolio Requirement: A portfolio showcasing photo-realistic content creation using Blender.
10. Creative and Technical Problem Solver: Ability to identify and solve issues creatively and technically.
11. Location Requirement: Ability to reliably commute to Midtown West, Manhattan (10001) daily.
12. Independent and Efficient: Capable of working independently and efficiently under reasonable deadlines.
13. Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Project Collaboration: Work closely with the art director and other teams within and outside of the production department to realize project visions.
2. Team Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with other artists, designers, and stakeholders.
3. Active Problem Solving: Actively seeking solutions to technical problems.
4. Creative Input: Provide creative input and suggestions to enhance the visual quality of projects. Come up with creative concepts based on client briefs and 3D capabilities.
5. Technical Problem Solving: Quality Assurance: Ensure all 3D assets meet the required quality and specifications, communicate with freelance 3D artists and maintain accurate information flow.
6. Deadline Adherence: Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines without compromising quality.
7. Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in 3D art and Blender software.
8. 3D Modeling and Texturing: Create high-quality 3D models and textures for various projects.
9. Animation and Simulation: Develop animations and simulations, including but not limited to soft and rigid body and environmental effects.
10. Lighting and Rendering: Implement advanced lighting techniques and produce photo-realistic renders.
11. Digital Asset Creation: Create VFX digital assets as needed for video projects.
12. Full Edits and Sound for VFX/3D Videos: Take over full edits and sound for VFX/3D videos that majorly center around VFX/3D content.
13. Rotoscoping and Compositing: Rotoscope and composite layers to create seamless integration for 3D and digitally created assets with live-action shots.
14. VFX/3D Solutions: Identify technical challenges in the 3D/VFX content creation process. Develop solutions within the VFX and 3D space for any issues encountered in video production, whether planned or unplanned.
15. Visual Effects Supervision: Oversee and guide the VFX process from pre-production to final delivery to ensure the creative vision is maintained.
16. Simulation Effects: Develop and implement complex simulation effects such as fluid dynamics, particle systems, and destruction sequences.
17. Shader Development: Create custom shaders and materials to achieve specific visual effects and enhance the realism of the project.