Senior 3D Modeler - SpeedTree & Landscape Visualization Expert
Key Responsibilities
- Develop high-quality, performance-optimized 3D plant and vegetation models using SpeedTree 9 and complementary industry-standard tools.
- Create low-poly variations of models that preserve visual fidelity while ensuring efficient rendering performance.
- Design detailed textures for all vegetation assets utilizing modern PBR workflows and material systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to integrate models seamlessly into our platform's rendering pipeline.
- Optimize 3D assets for real-time visualization, striking the ideal balance between visual quality and performance requirements.
- Document modeling methodologies and maintain meticulously organized asset libraries.
- Participate in regular team reviews to align on artistic direction and technical specifications.
- Contribute to the continuous evolution and expansion of our vegetation library and modeling workflows.
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience with SpeedTree for creating detailed plant and vegetation models.
- Demonstrated proficiency in low-poly modeling techniques specifically for real-time applications.
- Comprehensive understanding of texturing workflows using industry tools like Substance Painter/Designer.
- Impressive portfolio showcasing realistic vegetation and environmental assets.
- Proven track record optimizing 3D assets for real-time rendering environments.
- Strong grasp of rendering pipelines and performance considerations for interactive applications.
- Effective communication skills for working directly with artists, designers, and DevOps professionals.
- English proficiency at B2+ level for clear team communication.
- Self-directed work ethic with exceptional ability to manage priorities independently.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Unreal Engine 5 environment creation and advanced rendering techniques.
- Technical artist capabilities, particularly in developing automated asset pipelines.
- Extensive knowledge of Blueprint visual scripting system within Unreal Engine.
- Experience integrating 3D assets with REST APIs and networked applications.
- Proficiency with Jira for project management and issue tracking.
- Comfortable working with Git or similar version control systems.
- Background in or knowledge of landscape architecture or botanical sciences.
- Experience with procedural modeling and generative design techniques.