3D Generalist

backdrop.com; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative visualization agency in Vancouver is looking for a versatile 3D Generalist to enhance their in-house creative team. The successful candidate will design and render realistic 3D interior scenes for diverse environments such as showrooms and events. Proficiency in 3D software like Maya and Blender is essential, alongside experience with Photoshop and After Effects. This full-time role demands a keen eye for layout and composition while adhering to tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Maya/Blender essential for 3D workflow.
• Experience with Photoshop and After Effects for 3D rendering supplements.
• Basic knowledge of Unity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Construct branded 3D environments for visual projects.
• Style and layout furniture within 3D scenes.
• Stage and render product images for various uses.
• Apply realistic materials and lighting to designs.
• Source and manage 3D assets for project use.
• Render high-quality visuals for client and marketing needs.

Tools

Maya

Blender

Photoshop

After Effects

Unity

Substance Painter

Figma

Premiere Pro

Job description

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At Backdrop.com , we create high-impact visual assets that transform trade shows, pop-ups, and product displays into unforgettable brand moments. From showroom mockups to full-scale experiential scenes, our creative team brings ideas to life in vibrant, dimensional form.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re on the hunt for a versatile and imaginative 3D Generalist to join our in-house creative team. This role leans more towards interior layout, showroom staging, and product visualization.

You’re someone who :

• Thinks spatially and has a good eye for layout, proportion, and visual storytelling
• Loves bringing furniture, branded interiors, and event environments to life in 3D
• Knows your way around asset libraries but isn’t afraid to build something custom
• Understands how to balance realism with fast-paced commercial turnaround times

What You’ll Do

Your work will focus on designing and rendering realistic 3D interior scenes , including showrooms, pop-ups, retail spaces, and custom furniture setups that showcase our client’s brand and products.

Your daily workflow might include :

Scene Building : Construct branded 3D environments using a mix of existing assets and custom models

Interior Layouts & Styling : Position furniture, backdrops, and signage in appealing and functional ways

Product Rendering : Stage and light product-focused scenes for web, catalog, or trade show usage

Texturing & Lighting : Apply realistic materials and balance lighting to create photorealistic yet stylized outputs

Asset Sourcing & Organization : Find, optimize, and manage 3D assets from platforms like TurboSquid, CGTrader, and Quixel

Rendering : Render out clean, consistent visuals for client approvals, internal decks, and marketing use

What You Bring

Proficiency in Maya / Blender (90% of our 3D workflow lives here)

Experience with Photoshop and After Effects for compositing and polishing renders

Working knowledge of Unity (nice to have, but not the focus of this role)

Eye for interior design , spatial composition , and product-centric storytelling

Familiarity with asset platforms like TurboSquid, CGTrader, and KitBash3D

Ability to work in layers - iterating from rough layouts to polished final scenes

Excellent organization and file management

Nice-to-Have

Background in interior design, architecture, or set design

Substance Painter or Figma experience

Familiarity with Premiere Pro or motion editing workflows

Understanding of rendering pipelines and optimization for web or mobile

Experience working with or creating branded spaces (ex. retail, hospitality, events)

Soft Skills That Shine

Clear communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment

Able to take feedback constructively and iterate quickly

Obsessed with clean files, folder systems, and naming conventions

Adaptable, resourceful, and quick on your feet

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Think this sounds like a fit? Show us your portfolio. We’re looking for real-world examples of staged interiors, product scenes, and strong composition - bonus points for projects with branded spaces or pop-up event designs.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Events Services

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