Junior 3D Modeler

Harding-Display; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + bonus

Paid time off including vacation and S

Health benefits package

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Harding Display Corp (HDC) is seeking a Junior 3D Modeler to support design by modelling products and displays for international clients. The role focuses on accurate execution under senior designers, ensuring assets follow brand guidelines and design tolerances.

The position requires up to 2 years in a 3D modelling role for packaging/POP displays, a design degree, and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and 3DS Max with V-Ray. Hybrid work is available in Scarborough, Ontario.

Qualifications

• Degree in Graphic Design, Packaging design, Digital Media Design or equivalent.
• Understanding of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with a large-format printer is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review design briefs to ensure complete information for execution.
• Develop concept renderings from customer requests with Senior 3D modelers.
• Prioritize and manage workload to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Revise designs based on internal and external feedback.
• Manage project files according to company standards and policies.
• Deliver projects on-time in-full.

Skills

3D modelling

Packaging design

POP displays

Adobe Creative Suite

Team collaboration

Education

Graphic Design degree

Packaging design degree

Digital Media Design

Tools

3DS Max with V-Ray

Job description

150 Dynamic Dr, Scarborough, ON M1V 5A5, Canada

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 7, 2026 at 4:00 a.m. | Expires Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 3:59 a.m.

Department:

Design

Reports to:

Head of Graphic Design

Location:

150 Dynamic Drive, Scarborough

Location Type:

Hybrid (3 days in office)

Vacancy Type:

This is an existing vacancy

WHO WE ARE

Harding Display Corp (HDC) is one of Canada’s pre-eminent point-of-sale and in-store marketing solution providers. Based in Scarborough, Ontario, we’re a family-owned company that’s proudly served clients across Canada and the U.S. since 1927!

Our clients include premier tier-1 CPG organizations who rely on us for our best-in-class customer-focused approach and innovative designs of temporary and permanent displays. More importantly, though, we are backed by a strong team of dedicated, diverse employees in all segments of our temporary and permanent business divisions including Sales, Graphic/Structural/Industrial Design, Production, Manufacturing, Logistics, Accounting, and People & Talent.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Head of Graphic Design, the Junior 3D Modeler is responsible for providing design support by modelling product and displays for our international clients.

This is a production-focused role working under the direction of Senior Designers, with a primary focus on accurate execution rather than concept ownership.

This role ensures assets adhere to design tolerances and brand guidelines and supports internal teams in preparing presentations.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

Operational Excellence

• Review design briefs to ensure comprehension and completeness of information provided in order to execute on requested deliverables and achieve the deliverable objectives
• Working with Senior 3D modelers, develop concept renderings driven from customer requests that meet customer expectations and specifications and highlight the key design features
• Must be self-motivated to prioritize and manage workload and meet critical milestones and deadlines
• Revise designs based on feedback from internal and external teams
• Manage project files in accordance with Company standard requirements and policies
• Adheres to company standard operating procedures and policies and utilizes company tools and resources to operate as required on a daily basis
• Manage and execute on multiple projects simultaneously during their lifecycle in the studio
• Deliver projects On-time In-Full

People

• Works collaboratively and professionally with internal teams to execute on client deliverables
• Work timely and diligently with internal teams to comprehend and/or clarify customer or project requirements
• Keeps project teams up to date, as necessary, with respect to key project milestones, issues and/or challenges
• Works with the project team when negotiating solutions surrounding project issues/challenges
• Communicates effectively and efficiently with internal teams

Leadership & Growth

• Ensures team compliance with design brief process and related procedures so as to not compromise project success
• Obtains a complete and thorough understanding of the project scope at project hand off in order to effectively and efficiently execute the deliverables
• Proactively addresses and delivers solutions on project challenges in order to ensure On-Time In-Full delivery and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of deliverables and requests assistance when necessary
• Identifies and communicates in timely fashion, issues with estimated project times and/ or execution time overages that will impact deliverable deadlines and/or compromise upcoming project deadlines
• Proactively monitors current and upcoming workload so as to invest the appropriate amount of time into deliverable and not compromise upcoming deliverables
• Participate in brainstorming sessions
• Demonstrate continuous skill development in modelling, rendering, and retail display fundamentals
• Actively seek feedback and apply learnings to improve output quality
• Provides deliverables that meet customer expectations while maintaining focus on customer and internal project budgets
• Appropriately controls project scope changes, to ensure project budgets are maintained and/or elevates issues and concerns to internal teams when necessary
• Identifies work or projects that are “Out of Scope” from normal activity so as to find a solution to optimize timelines and/or project profitability and elevates to senior designers or the head of graphic design when necessary
• Adheres to company standard operating procedures and policies and utilizes company tools and resources to operate as required on a daily basis
• Support efficient use of team resources through accurate execution and reduced revision cycles

* Perform other job-related duties consistent with the nature, level, and responsibilities of the position as assigned.

YOU’LL SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE

• Up to 2 years of experience in a 3D Modelling role specific to packaging, corrugate POP displays and promotional design
• Degree in Graphic Design, Packaging design, Digital Media Design or equivalent work experience/education
• Understanding of Adobe Creative Suite
• Working knowledge of 3DS Max with V-Ray
• Ability to produce sketch ideation (informal and formal)
• Experience using a large-format printer (an asset)
• Effective teamwork capabilities
• Ability to manage and organize multiple competing priorities
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Don’t tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you! We place high value on mindset, motivation, and the strengths you may bring to our team. If this role excites you, go ahead and apply. We’d love to learn more about what you bring to the table.

To be considered for this role, please ensure your application is fully completed. Only candidates with complete profiles will be reviewed, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WHY WORK WITH US?

Our business continues to evolve, and we are looking for top talent to join our team and fuel our continuous growth. At HDC, we believe inPeople First, where everyone is welcome, and everyone knows you by name – you are never just a number! We acknowledge thatPowerfulCommunicationis our oxygen, and that we can’t live without it. OurGrowth Mindsetencourages us to be open to learning and adaptable to new ways of doing things. We are leaders in our industry, and our expertise allows us toInnovate Forward,bringing the best and brightest products and services to our clients. We relentlessly seekContinuous Improvements, looking for opportunities to work smarter, not harder.

Benefits of Joining Us

• Competitive pay + bonus opportunity
• Paid time off including vacation and sick/personal days
• Health benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision care, short and long-term disability (STD/LTD), life insurance, and an employee & family assistance program (EFAP)
• Ongoing team and company social events and celebrations
• Hybrid work arrangements for select roles
• Exposure to cutting-edge projects with high-profile clients
• Fun, collaborative work environment with a group of seriously talented individuals!

Compensation

We strive to offer compensation that is fair, competitive, and reflective of each individual’s experience and contributions. Compensation will vary based on experience and skill level (Developing, Proficient, Highly Proficient, Expert, Management, Senior Leader). Candidates who are continuing to develop key skills may be considered below the range, while those who bring specialized expertise, exceptional impact, or deep industry knowledge may be considered above it.

The target compensation for this role is $55,000 to $65,000 annually and reflects a professional at a Proficient level.

HOW WE HIRE:

We prioritize a human-first approach to hiring, while also recognizing that AI tools can provide valuable support. AI may be used to assist with certain early steps in the process, such as reviewing and scoring questionnaire responses, but applications are ultimately reviewed by a member of our People & Talent Team and the hiring manager. Final hiring decisions are always made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Diversity and Accessibility

At Harding Display, we want people to love their work and show respect and empathy to all. We are committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve and encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages, and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

We are proud to be in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (IASR). If you require accommodation at any point through the hiring process, please contact the People & Talent Department at [e-mail] using the subject line: Accommodation Request.