The Amazon Device Brand Studio (DBS) is seeking a Senior 3D Artist to raise the bar on CGI renders, by building efficient workflows, creative standards, tools & best practices at both an artistic & technical level within our 3D pipeline to scale the approach across content types and locales. This position is responsible for art directing and delivering photo-realistic device renders, while supporting CGI systems, workflows for AI generated imagery, and lifestyle renders that scale in volume and quality.
3D device and lifestyle renders play a critical role in every Amazon device launch. They are typically the first device images customers see when visiting our homepage and detail pages. They inspire and empower customers to purchase devices with confidence. The Senior 3D Artist works closely with Creative Directors, Program Managers, and Product Leads across the entire devices and services organization to ensure our customers receive the best 3D product experience possible, across all marketing channels.
Key job responsibilities
* Creation of high-fidelity 3D Amazon device renders and environments
* Mastery of 3D materials, lighting and rendering
* Provide inpiration and guidence to the 3D artists
* Creative direction and collaboration with creative directors, designers and artists
* Drive groundbreaking improvements to how AI is used to bring products to life
* Impeccable sense of producyion scale for CGI workflows
* Development of 3D device rendering styleguides
* Have a high degree of attention to detail when managing multiple projects, variations, and feedback from project owners
* Work with producers and designers on design for concepts and execution
* Adhere to Amazon and Amazon device brand attributes and style guides
About the team
The Device Render Team is made up of highly talented CGI artists that understand Amazon customers and how to deliver high quality, photo-realistic device renders at scale.
We respect each other and support each other through every aspect of the CGI process. We develop clear source files, documentation and processes, so every artist on the team can easily work within our project pipeline, at any time.
We lean on each other for great ideas and inspiration and push each other to learn more and explore new CGI territories for AI and other cutting-edge technologies.
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
Seattle, WA, USA
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
– Have an available online portfolio
– 7+ years of experience as a 3D artist or similar role with interactive/ad agencies, design studios, production or Internet companies
– Demonstrated knowledge of Cinema 4D, Redshift, After Effects and Photoshop
– Portfolio/reel demonstrating experience creating compelling concepts and design
– Demonstrated knowledge Adobe Creative Suite
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
– Ability to work quickly with a high degree of fit and finish
– Knowledge of C4D composting pipeline
– Knowledge of a variety of 3D and 2D programs and pipelines (in addition to C4D)
– Good tracking skills
– Ability to help with production design
– A Masters degree in design or equivalent experience
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $113,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $210,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.