3D Sneaker Artist

Company Description
Curie is a Seattle-based startup focused on supplying the growing need for 3D, from retail to online experiences, by creating AI-powered tools at the forefront of technology to generate 3D assets.

Curie aims to make 3D the standard for online shopping by creating an extensive library of 3D content that caters to various industries such as e-commerce and AI training. Through the use of AI technology, Curie transforms 2D photos into seamless 3D models, providing an opportunity for retailers to showcase their products in-depth.

Role Description
We are seeking a talented 3D Sneaker Artist to work with our team of artists to create high-quality 3D models of sneakers. This contract role is remote and you will be working closely with our other artists to create 3D models to add to our library. The ideal candidate is proficient in 3D modeling software, has experience in product design, and has a passion for creating accurate and beautiful 3D models of sneakers.

Work in a remote-work environment with room for autonomy and self-direction. You are self-motivated, work at the forefront of AI-powered tools, and have a passion for high-quality experiences of the future.

Curie is looking for a customer-obsessed artist who will be responsible for ensuring the quality of the 3D imagery of our product selection. This candidate will leverage their demonstrated expertise in image quality and Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality to ensure the highest technical standards are maintained.

This candidate will generate high-quality, realistic 3D models for retail AR purposes. To deliver solutions to our customer's needs, this candidate must have good communication skills for model questions, updates, and deliveries.

Responsibilities

• 3D Modeling
• Generate PBR level assets (color, roughness, shiny, metalness, normal maps).
• Artists must test their assets as quality before submission.
• Artists need to balance efficient and small files sizes under 5MB while still being the best-looking asset.
• Develop and maintain knowledge management tools such as wikis and shared drives with other artists.

Qualifications

• Excellent and responsive verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Experience in 3D modeling software such as Maya, 3DS Max, Blender, or Zbrush
• Demonstrated experience in product design, preferably in the sneaker industry
• Ability to work collaboratively with other artists to create high-quality 3D models
• Familiarity with 3D scanning technology and workflows
• Excellent skills in texture and shading of 3D models
• Experience in optimizing 3D models for AR/VR applications is a plus
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Computer Science, or a related field
• At least one (1) year of professional-level creative/digital design experience
• Familiar with the latest techniques in machine-assisted or automated content
• Able to think of “modular workflows” that allow “batches” of models to quickly make similar objects/SKUs/variations
• Solid skills with 3D editing tools such as Maya, 3DS Max or Blender.
• Knowledge in any of the following AR tools: AR in Unity, AR in Unreal, AR Quicklook, AR Scene View, Immersive Web, Model-Viewer
• Knowledge in any of the following 3D tools: USD/USDZ, GLTF/GLB, Model-Viewer, Substance Painter/Designer, or similar tools