POLYWOOD® · 1 day ago
3D Visualization Artist | Photoreal Outdoor + Architecture – Unreal Engine Expert
POLYWOOD is a company that designs outdoor furniture and creates moments around it. They are seeking a 3D Visualization Artist who specializes in photoreal outdoor and architectural environments using Unreal Engine to build high-fidelity visualizations that enhance customer experiences.
Responsibilities
Building photoreal outdoor scenes including patios, backyards, and architectural interiors and exteriors
Importing, staging, and lighting SolidWorks-based furniture models using Datasmith and Direct Link
Producing stills and animated sequences using Unreal Engine and Movie Render Queue
Creating and customizing master materials for plastics, powder-coated metals, wood, and fabrics
Developing accurate PBR materials from physical references and real-world finishes
Using particle systems to simulate weather and environmental effects such as rain, snow, and fog
Integrating foliage, Nanite assets, and environmental elements to achieve realism at scale
Partnering with Creative and Product teams to continuously raise the visual quality bar
Optionally using Twinmotion for scene setup prior to Unreal Engine synchronization
Qualification
Required
3 or more years of experience in 3D visualization or architectural visualization
Advanced expertise in Unreal Engine, including Lumen, Nanite, Path Tracer, MRQ, and lighting workflows
Experience importing CAD assets using STEP files and Datasmith pipelines
Deep understanding of foliage systems and asset optimization
Strong knowledge of physically based rendering and material creation
Comfort working in a Twinmotion and Unreal hybrid workflow
A refined sense of lighting, color, scale, and composition
Experience creating animated camera movement and dynamic environmental conditions
Preferred
Experience with SpeedTree, World Creator, Houdini, or Cinema 4D
Background in architecture or design
Familiarity with Python or Blueprint scripting
Benefits
Flexible work options including contract-to-hire or permanent employment
Company
POLYWOOD®
Our story began in the late 1980s when the outcome of government recycling programs created steadily growing mountains of recycled plastics.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-03-25Acquired
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