Senior 3D Visualization and Animation Technical Artist

Sony

. Lead 3D photography and 4D video capturing of talents .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in 3D and 4D content creation, including photo-real CG workflows and character animation techniques. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for leading creative discussions and addressing production challenges.

Highest-signal resume keywords

3D Computer GraphicsPhoto-Real CG Content CreationCharacter Animation WorkflowMayaUnreal Engine

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Hard Skills

3D AnimationShader DevelopmentMaterial CreationRenderingBlendshapesRiggingSimulation

Soft Skills

Analytic SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Blender

Industry Keywords

Entertainment IndustryFilmGames

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead 3D photography and 4D video capturing of talents
Ensure efficient communication with talents and technical crew members in all aspects of 3D content production
Collaborate with R&D and artist teams to identify detailed requirements of challenging 3D animation projects
Achieve visualization prototypes of state-of-the-art 3D/4D content creation
Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation recording each step of the R&D process
Share best practices and technical insights with art and research teams
Facilitate and lead creative discussions
Address production challenges and identify opportunities for quality improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in art, Film, Communications, or a related field
Solid experience with photo-real CG content creation workflow in games, film or other entertainment industries
5+ years of hands-on experience in 3D computer graphics (3D animation)
Familiarity with character animation workflow such as blendshapes, rigging and simulation (hair, garment)
Familiarity with 3DCG platforms like Maya, Unreal Engine, and/or Blender
Familiarity with shader development, material creation and rendering
Excellent analytic and communication skills
Authorization to work in the USA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents
Voluntary Long-Term Care (LTC) benefit with a life insurance component
Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules
Vacation
Paid holidays
Sick leave
Summer Fridays (early release)
Winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs)
Employee business resource groups (EBRGs)