Job Description

Job Title: 3D Production Artist

Location: Beaverton, OR (Hybrid – onsite and remote schedule)

Hourly Pay Rate: $26.67/hr W2

Contract Duration: ~12 months (40 hours per week)Introduction

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled 3D Production Artist to support the creation and optimization of high-fidelity 3D assets. This role involves transforming raw 3D scan data into production-ready assets for use in real-time and archival environments. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with 3D scanned data, Adobe Substance tools, and physically based rendering (PBR) workflows, combined with a strong artistic eye for realism and material quality.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience working with 3D scanned data and post-processing for production
• Proficient in Adobe Substance 3D Painter and related Substance tools
• Strong understanding of PBR material workflows and real-time rendering pipelines
• Proficiency with 3D modeling tools such as Blender
• Experience with retopology, UV mapping, and normal baking
• Strong artistic eye with attention to detail for material surface qualities and realism
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Background in digital art, VFX, or 3D production
• Experience with photogrammetry pipelines and automated scan processing tools
• Familiarity with real-time rendering engines
• Knowledge of color calibration and photographic reference processing
• Passion for digital preservation and historical material accuracy

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Import and process raw 3D data for real-time and archival rendering environments
• Clean, optimize, and prepare geometry for production use
• Refine and retouch textures using Adobe Substance tools within a PBR workflow
• Ensure materials and assets are consistent, photorealistic, and optimized for target platforms (Web, AR, VR, archival)
• Collaborate with 3D scanning operators and archivists to align production standards
• Maintain organized file structures, naming conventions, and efficient asset management practices

Company Benefits & Culture

• Competitive W2 hourly pay with long-term project potential
• Hybrid work model in Beaverton, OR with exposure to enterprise-level 3D production pipelines
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge digital preservation and rendering projects
• Collaborative, creative environment with opportunities for professional growth in 3D art and visualization
• Work with a team passionate about innovation, accuracy, and storytelling through digital assets

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Remote work,

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