3D Design Expert (SME) - Remote

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced 3D Mesh Design Expert to serve as a consultant on AI training data projects for leading AI model builders and enterprises. You need an exceptionally high standard of 3D Mesh manipulation capabilities, ability to work at pace, and provide technical feedback that results in other artists faster reaching the client’s quality standards. Your focus will be to review 3D mesh outputs, and provide targeted guidance to improve quality and speed. You will be engaged on specific projects with clearly defined deliverables, milestones, and end dates.

In Short

• Define domain-specific quality success metrics.
• Develop project-specific SOPs, QA rubrics, and reference materials.
• Review large volume of 3D Artist project outputs against technical standards.
• Perform structured QA passes on design deliverables.
• Return files to contractors with precise remediation notes.
• Provide advisory input on design tools and workflows.
• Participate in vetting and assessing technical contractor talent.
• Advise on technical scoping and requirements during project setup.
• Build dashboards or trackers with defect categories.
• Conduct post-mortems and analyze defect trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Design, Computer Graphics, Animation, Game Design.
• 8+ years professional experience in advanced realistic 3D mesh manipulations.
• 3+ years of experience guiding and improving the technical output of others.
• Expert proficiency with 3D Software: Maya, 3ds Max, Blender, ZBrush, Cinema 4D.
• Texturing Software: Substance Painter, Photoshop, Mari.
• Rendering Engines: V-Ray, Arnold, Unreal Engine, Unity.
• Strong communication skills for delivering clear technical guidance.
• Proven ability to set, enforce, and maintain high technical standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Benefits

• Pay range of $25-to-$100 per hour, determined by experience and expertise.
• Flexible work schedule as a contractor.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI projects.
• Engagement in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Remote work setup with no geographical restrictions.