CGI Artist

Eccentric; Mumbai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Eccentric in Mumbai is seeking a talented CGI Artist to create photorealistic automotive and product visualizations. The ideal candidate has strong experience in CGI lighting and rendering, as well as proficiency in Blender.

This position involves working closely with creative teams to maintain high-quality visual standards across various projects. Passion for evolving CGI practices and an openness to AI-assisted workflows will be crucial.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in automotive CGI lighting and photorealistic rendering.
• Proficiency in Blender and other 3D software.
• Understanding of real-time visualization workflows is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality photorealistic automotive and product renders.
• Work on the complete CGI workflow from setup to post-production.
• Collaborate with creative teams to execute project requirements accurately.

Skills

Automotive CGI lighting

Photorealistic rendering

3D software (Blender)

Visual storytelling

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or training in Animation, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics

Tools

Blender

ComfyUI

Stable Diffusion

Runway

Job description

We are looking for a talented and passionate CGI Artist to create world-class automotive and product visualizations that combine technical precision with strong artistic sensibilities. This role is ideal for someone who understands realism, lighting, composition, materials, and rendering at a high level, while also being curious and adaptable to emerging AI-assisted workflows and modern production techniques. You will work closely with the CGI Lead and creative teams to produce high-quality visual content across automotive launches, campaigns, configurators, cinematic presentations, and digital experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Creative & Technical Execution

• Create high-quality photorealistic automotive and product renders.
• Develop realistic lighting, shaders, materials, textures, and environments for premium-quality visualization output.
• Work on the complete CGI workflow from scene setup and look development to rendering and post-production.
• Maintain consistency across multiple vehicle variants, trims, colours, and environments.
• Optimize scenes, assets, and render setups for efficient production and faster turnaround times.
• Ensure all deliverables meet visual quality standards and project timelines.
• Support animation and cinematic visualization requirements where needed.
• Collaborate with leads and team members to troubleshoot technical and creative challenges.
• Maintain organized project files and follow structured asset management practices.
• Stay updated with current CGI trends, automotive visualization techniques, and rendering technologies.
• Collaborate closely with creative, production, and strategy teams to execute project requirements accurately.
• Participate in internal reviews and incorporate feedback efficiently.
• Work within fast-paced production schedules without compromising quality.
• Contribute ideas and improvements to workflows, pipelines, and visual quality standards.
• Communicate progress, blockers, and timelines proactively with the team.

Skills & Requirements

• Strong experience in automotive CGI lighting and photorealistic rendering.
• Good understanding of composition, colour theory, camera framing, and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency in 3D software such as Blender.
• Strong understanding of realistic materials, automotive paint shaders, reflections, and studio lighting setups.
• Experience creating high-quality still renders and cinematic automotive visuals.
• Understanding of mesh optimization and efficient scene management workflows.
• Knowledge of rendering pipelines and optimization techniques.
• Strong artistic visualization skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Highly organized with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver high-quality output within deadlines.
• Degree or relevant training in Animation, Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, or related fields is preferred.

AI & Emerging Workflow Requirements

• Strong interest in AI-driven content creation and openness toward integrating AI into daily workflows.
• Experience with or exposure to AI workflow tools such as:
• ComfyUI
• Stable Diffusion
• Runway
• Understanding of AI-assisted workflows for concept generation, look development, image enhancement, upscaling, and creative iteration.
• Open mindset toward improving traditional CGI workflows using AI-assisted techniques wherever beneficial.
• Comfortable experimenting with new tools, workflows, and automation techniques.
• Understanding of prompt workflows, node-based AI systems, and iterative generation pipelines is a strong advantage.
• Interest in combining traditional CGI skills with modern AI-assisted production workflows.
• Awareness of ethical and production considerations while using AI-generated content.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Unreal Engine or real-time visualization workflows.
• Knowledge of compositing and post-production workflows using Photoshop and After Effects.
• Experience working on automotive campaigns, configurators, or marketing visuals.
• Understanding of PBR workflows and real-time rendering pipelines.
• Experience in automotive animation or cinematic sequences.
• Basic scripting or automation knowledge is a bonus.

Who You Are

• Passionate about CGI, design, and visual storytelling.
• Someone who takes ownership of their work and constantly pushes for better quality.
• Curious, adaptable, and excited by new technologies and workflows.
• A team player who collaborates well and contributes positively to the culture.
• Comfortable receiving feedback and iterating quickly.
• Focused on both craft and efficiency – you care about how great the work looks and how smartly it gets done.
• Always learning. Always evolving.