3D Modeler

Socket.dev; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in San Francisco, CA, on-site, is seeking a talented 3D Modeler to join our team. You will build, rig, animate, and render high-quality 3D assets, working with our Head Designer to bring our visual identity to life across products, marketing, and campaigns.

You should have strong CAD modeling experience with Blender or Cinema 4D, plus proficiency in After Effects and Photoshop. The role requires fast iteration, attention to lighting and composition, and a portfolio demonstrating

Qualifications

• Proven experience with 3D modeling and CAD (Blender or Cinema 4D preferred).
• Strong rigging and animation skills.
• Experience building and rendering realistic, high-quality 3D scenes.
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Photoshop.
• Strong eye for detail, lighting, and composition.
• A portfolio demonstrating relevant 3D modeling, rigging, animation, and rendering work is required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Head Designer to evolve brand visuals.
• Build accurate 3D assets using CAD modeling techniques.
• Model, texture, and rig 3D objects and characters for animation.
• Animate 3D assets for product visualization and campaigns.
• Render photorealistic scenes with lighting and materials.
• Collaborate with designers and stakeholders to bring concepts to life.
• Composite final renders using After Effects and Photoshop.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

3D modeling

Rigging

Animation

CAD

After Effects

Photoshop

Lighting/Composition

Tools

Blender

Cinema 4D

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

3D Modeler

Location: San Francisco, CA (on-site) Type: Full-Time Salary: $100,000 – $140,000/year, DOE

About the Role

We're looking for a talented and versatile 3D Modeler to join our team in San Francisco. This role will play an essential part in shaping and building our brand, working closely with our Head Designer to bring our visual identity to life across products, marketing, and creative campaigns. You'll build, rig, animate, and render high-quality 3D assets — bringing technical CAD precision together with strong visual design sensibility. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple projects while maintaining a high bar for craft and realism.

What You'll Do

• Partner closely with our Head Designer to help define and evolve our brand's visual identity
• Build accurate 3D assets using CAD modeling techniques
• Model, texture, and rig 3D objects and characters for animation
• Animate 3D assets for use in product visualization, marketing, and other creative deliverables
• Build and render photorealistic scenes with attention to lighting, materials, and composition
• Collaborate with designers and other stakeholders to bring concepts to life
• Composite and polish final renders using Adobe After Effects and Photoshop
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, iterative environment

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience with 3D modeling and CAD (Blender or Cinema 4D preferred)
• Strong rigging and animation skills
• Experience building and rendering realistic, high-quality 3D scenes
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Photoshop
• Strong eye for detail, lighting, and composition
• Ability to work efficiently and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• A portfolio demonstrating relevant 3D modeling, rigging, animation, and rendering work is required

Nice to Have

• Experience with product visualization or technical/mechanical modeling
• Familiarity with additional 3D or motion tools (e.g., Maya, Houdini, KeyShot)
• Background in industrial design, animation, or a related field

Compensation & Location

This is a full-time, on-site position based in San Francisco, CA. Starting salary range is $100,000–$140,000, commensurate with experience.