3D Graphic - Modeling Artist

UWorld; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UWorld in India seeks a talented modeling artist to join a professional team and develop high-quality medical and scientific animations.

You will create 3D models, characters, and scenes with near-perfect anatomical accuracy, using Maya and ZBrush, and follow production pipelines and design guidelines.

The role requires a degree in fine arts or 4+ years modeling experience, strong communication, and time-management to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Degree in fine arts or equivalent with understanding of anatomy, design, and animation.
• 4+ years industry experience specializing in modeling.
• Proficiency in Maya and ZBrush; photo-realistic character work a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Ability to create detailed anatomy parts per reference with blend shapes.

Responsibilities

• Use modeling software to create, maintain, and update 3D models.
• Develop medical and scientific objects, characters, scenes, and anatomy.
• Follow design guidelines, naming conventions, and technical constraints.
• Stay updated with 3D design and modeling tools and technologies.
• Maintain high standards for accuracy, aesthetics, and productivity.
• Follow art direction and production pipeline, proposing enhancements.
• Observe real-world anatomy with near-perfect scale and dimensions.
• Collaborate with other 3D team members.
• Resolve complex technical problems within the environment.
• Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and follow procedures.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Fine arts degree

4+ years modeling experience

Tools

Maya

ZBrush

Job description

UWorld is the worldwide leader in online test prep for college entrance, undergraduate, graduate, and professional licensing exams throughout the United States. Since 2003, over 5 million students have trusted us to help them prepare for high-stakes examinations.

We are looking for a talented modeling artist who can work within a professional team to develop high-quality medical and scientific animations.

Your Role

• Use modeling software and artistic skill to create, maintain, and update 3D models
• Involvement in developing medical-related objects, characters, scenes, and human anatomy
• Follow design guidelines, asset naming conventions, and other technical constraints
• Keep up to date with the latest developments in 3D design, capture and modeling tools, and related technologies
• Maintain consistently high standards for accuracy, aesthetics, and productivity
• Follow company art direction and production pipeline, proposing approaches that stimulate positive enhancements
• Must be a keen observer of reality with near-perfect understanding of relative scale and dimensions, especially in terms of human anatomy
• Work collaboratively with other members of 3D team
• Keep up to date with the latest developments in modeling tools and technologies
• Be able to solve complex technical problems that occur within the environment
• Effective time-management skills, including ability to meet deadlines and follow instructions and established protocols/procedures

Your Experience

• Degree in fine arts or equivalent with a thorough understanding of anatomy, design, and animation, or 4+ years industry experience specializing in modeling
• Extensive knowledge of Maya and ZBrush
• Traditional arts background with emphasis on photo-realistic character work and environments is a plus
• Team player with exemplary communication skills
• Ability to create detailed anatomy parts as per the reference provided with the blend shapes

Soft Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to articulate ideas clearly, concisely, and persuasively, along with ability to understand direction and accept feedback
• Strong leadership skills with specific experience managing product priorities, setting delivery expectations, and delivering software enhancements on schedule
• Organization skills, including situational leadership, technical leadership, high attention to detail, and proven ability to resolve field escalations with minimal impact on production schedules
• Ability to work effectively within a changing environment experiencing high growth
• Exceptional follow-through, personal drive, and desire to make a difference