3D Visualisation Specialist

Truescape; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Truescape, based in Christchurch, is seeking an experienced 3D Visualisation Specialist to join our production team. You will create accurate, realistic photo-simulations and ground-view 3D animations to help clients communicate complex projects clearly and effectively.

You’ll work hands-on across the visualisation process—from creating assets and environments to rendering, compositing and post-production, using tools like 3ds Max/Maya, Redshift, Photoshop and Premiere.

Qualifications

• At least two years’ hands-on industry experience using 3ds Max, Maya or a similar 3D package.
• Demonstrated experience completing accurate 3D animation and visualisation projects, supported by a well-rounded portfolio.
• Strong skills in modelling, lighting, camera setup and animation, ideally using 3ds Max or similar.
• Experience with texturing and image creation, masking and compositing using Photoshop or similar.
• Post-production skills using Premiere Pro and After Effects including motion graphics and VFX.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate, detailed 3D models and environments including infrastructure, equipment, buildings and vegetation.
• Produce high-quality photo-simulations of proposed infrastructure and assets.
• Match 3D cameras to source photography, including perspective and lens characteristics.
• Recreate lighting conditions using supplied data for realism.
• Render still imagery and animation sequences in Redshift and composite in Photoshop and Premiere.
• Match colour, atmosphere, shadows, reflections, grain and focus for realism.
• Carry out QA to ensure deliverables meet accuracy and quality standards.
• Undertake post-production of ground-level animations using Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Contribute ideas to improve workflows, quality and standards.

Skills

3ds Max

Maya

3D animation

Texturing

Compositing

Unity

Forest Pack

Education

Media, Animation, Graphic Design or related

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

Redshift

Job description

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• Christchurch-based, office-based role for confidentiality and security of data reasons.

About the Opportunity

If you’re an experienced 3D visualisation specialist who enjoys combining technical accuracy with high-quality visual storytelling, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a 3D Visualisation Specialist to join our Christchurch production team, creating accurate, realistic photo-simulations and ground-view 3D animations that help our clients communicate complex projects clearly and effectively.

About the Role

This is a hands-on production role where you’ll work across the visualisation process, from creating detailed 3D assets and environments through to rendering, compositing and post-production.

You will:

• Create accurate, detailed 3D models and environments, including infrastructure, equipment, buildings and vegetation.
• Produce high-quality photo-simulations of proposed infrastructure, equipment and built assets.
• Match 3D cameras to source photography, including perspective and lens characteristics.
• Recreate natural and artificial lighting conditions using supplied data.
• Render still imagery and animation sequences in Redshift and composite final imagery in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere.
• Match colour, atmosphere, shadows, reflections, grain, focus and other image characteristics to achieve realistic results.
• Carry out technical and visual quality assurance to ensure every deliverable meets Truescape’s standards for accuracy, realism and quality.
• Undertake post-production of ground-level, road-based 3D animations using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Contribute ideas that improve workflows, quality and visualisation standards across the team.

About You

You’re someone who enjoys combining technical problem-solving with creativity. You have a strong eye for detail and take pride in producing work that is not only visually impressive, but technically accurate.

You’re comfortable working with technical and project information, can manage your time effectively across deadlines, and enjoy collaborating with others while also taking ownership of your work. Most importantly, you care about quality and are motivated to produce work that exceeds client expectations.

You’re also curious about emerging technologies and open to using AI tools to improve the way you work, solve problems and deliver better outcomes.

You’ll Bring:

• At least two years’ hands‑on industry experience using 3ds Max, Maya or a similar 3D package.
• Demonstrated experience completing accurate 3D animation and visualisation projects, supported by a well‑rounded portfolio.
• Strong skills in importing data, modelling, lighting, camera setup and animation, ideally using 3ds Max or similar.
• Experience with texturing and image creation, masking and compositing using Adobe Photoshop or similar.
• Post‑production skills using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects or similar, including motion graphics, camera tracking, masking and visual effects.
• The ability to interpret resource and project data and translate it into accurate visual outputs.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively, take guidance and contribute positively as part of a team.
• Experience working in an English‑speaking environment at a technical and professional level.
• An appropriate qualification in Media, Animation, Graphic Design or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of Unity and experience with Forest Pack would be an advantage.

About Truescape

For over 30 years, Truescape has helped organisations in the energy, resources and infrastructure sectors communicate complex projects clearly and effectively. Using advanced visualisation technology and fact-based storytelling, we transform complex technical and environmental information into clear, compelling visual experiences that support project planning, stakeholder engagement and regulatory approvals.

Headquartered in Christchurch, we partner with clients around the world on projects that make a real impact, giving our team the opportunity to work on interesting, technically challenging work every day.

Why Join Us

• Work on complex, high‑profile infrastructure projects for clients around the world.
• Create visualisations that genuinely influence project outcomes and decision‑making.
• Join an experienced, collaborative team.
• Work with industry‑leading software and visualisation techniques.
• Spacious Riccarton office close to transport, cafés and amenities.

Please note that applicants must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.