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Think Chromatic

Grand Rapids, Michigan - United States
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Senior 3D Generalist

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SENIOR 3D GENERALIST

*This is an On-Site, Full Time position.*

As a Senior 3D Generalist , you will play a vital role within an ambitious and talented team creating high-end photo quality product and environment content for print, digital, interactive, animation, marketing, and advertising. 

Successful candidate can achieve a high level of photo quality content through expertise of lighting, shading, modeling, texturing, and post production work.  Some background in basic hard surface animation and FX simulation is a plus. Candidate must have the ability to composite their own work.
 
The 3D Generalist will be required to work individually and within a team. Tasks range from completing everything on a small number of product shots to working on specific tasks within a larger scope.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

-Produce high-quality, photo-realistic CGI
-Exhibit artistic and technical skills to work on many aspects of CG shots
-Modeling, Lighting, Texturing, Rendering, and Post Production
-May train, mentor, or supervise the work of entry and mid level generalist artists
-Ability to perform in a face paced industry and work under tight deadlines 

REQUIREMENTS

-Experience with industry standard 3D package (preferably 3DS Max)
-Advanced knowledge in V-Ray or Corona render engines.
-Experience in 2D software and post-production methods (Photoshop and After Effects)
-A solid sense of movement and timing as pertaining to animation
-Highly creative and detail oriented
-Confident and motivated; looking to grow with the team.
-Flexibility; ability to work with minimum supervision and problem solve
-VFX experience will be considered a strong asset (Fluids, Cloth, Particles & Dynamics)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

-Portfolio/demo reel demonstrating fundamental foundation of art skills, design sensibility, and attention to detail
-Solid organizational skills with adherence to file structures, naming conventions and other established protocols
-Ability to adapt rapidly to new or changing technology with an interest in finding ways to evolve and improve the environment-art creation pipeline
-Must be an excellent collaborator with a willingness to provide/accept criticism and direction.

PLUSES
-Customer service experience
-Experience with ZBrush and/or other digital sculpting tools
-Excellent high and low resolution modelling/sculpting skills
-Any additional software knowledge or skill sets
-And finally… a taste for craft beer. We do work in Beer City, USA after all.

BENEFITS
-Health, Dental, Vision assistance
-Paid Holiday/Vacation/Personal
-Simple IRA with company match

Here's a cost of living calculator for your convenience:
http://money.cnn.com/calculator/pf/cost-of-living/
(e.g. 100K in SF, CA = 55K in GR, MI)

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