Scanning Specialist

Cdprojektred; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and dental/vision

Mental health support

Paid vacation and holidays

401k with employer matching

Wellness allowance (LSA)

Flexible working hours

Dog-friendly office

International team environment

Dress-code-free

Welcome pack and training

Job summary

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a Scanning Specialist in Boston to deliver high‑fidelity scans of people, props, and environments for our 3D artists. You will work within the SDS group and collaborate with teams across time zones, enhancing tools and pipelines while supporting the Boston Motion Capture unit on site.

The role combines photogrammetry scanning sessions with post‑processing, plus ongoing knowledge sharing and tooling improvements to advance scanning workflows in a fast‑paced studio

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with photogrammetry.
• Experience with photogrammetry software such as RealityScan and Agisoft Metashape.
• Good understanding of photography principles and camera operation.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (ZBrush, Maya, or Blender).
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality scan data.
• Flexibility and openness to problem-solving and learning.
• Willingness to share knowledge with teammates.

Responsibilities

• Conduct head and body scanning sessions with actors using in-house scanning rig.
• Capture high-quality 3D scans of props in the studio.
• Scouting locations and environment scanning.
• Process captured images into 3D assets via photogrammetry workflows.
• Capture high-quality 2D scans of materials and textures.
• Maintain and troubleshoot scanning studio equipment and hardware.
• Contribute to internal tools and pipelines by researching new technologies and workflows.
• Lend on-stage support to the Boston Motion Capture team as needed.

Tools

Unreal Engine

Python

JavaScript

RealityScan

Agisoft Metashape

ZBrush

Maya

Blender

Job description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Scanning Specialist to join our team in the Boston hub and provide high-fidelity scans of people, props, and environments for our 3D artists. This role is part of the Shared Development Services (SDS) group, meaning you will be embedded within a collaborative, cross-studio collective supporting multiple productions. As part of a larger Scanning team located in Warsaw, you'll be working closely with teammates across time zones and contributing to shared goals, workflows, and knowledge exchange.

In this hands‑on role, you'll be involved in both photogrammetry scanning sessions and post‑processing. You'll also help improve our tools, pipelines, and studio setups while building expertise in our scanning workflows. Additionally, you'll collaborate with the Boston Motion Capture team, providing on‑site support whenever needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct head and body scanning sessions with actors using our in‑house scanning rig.
• Capture high‑quality 3D scans of props in the studio.
• Scouting locations and conduct environment scanning.
• Process captured images into 3D assets using photogrammetry workflows.
• Capture high‑quality 2D scans of materials and textures.
• Maintain and troubleshoot scanning studio equipment and hardware.
• Contribute to the development of internal tools and pipelines by researching and evaluating new technologies and workflows.
• Lend support to the Boston Motion Capture team with on‑stage activities as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with photogrammetry.
• Experience with one or more photogrammetry software packages such as RealityScan and Agisoft Metashape.
• Good understanding of photography principles and camera operation.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software, including ZBrush, Maya, or Blender.
• Deep attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality scan data.
• Flexibility and an open‑minded approach to problem‑solving.
• Openness to feedback, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing with teammates.

Nice to have

• Experience with Unreal Engine.
• Basic scripting skills (e.g., Python, JavaScript).
• Practical experience using hand and power tools to build, modify, or maintain equipment and scanning setups.
• Experience working with actors, performers, or models in a studio or production environment.
• Experience with photogrammetry rigs is a plus.

The application window for this position will close by 12/31/2026.

This job requires working in Boston, MA.

Working mode: in‑office in a full‑time capacity.

Health & Well-Being

• Company‑paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
• Free mental health support, including access to counselling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well‑being webinars.
• Paid leave - 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year.
• 401k with employer matching.
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) - $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.
• Menstrual leave - employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network - support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family‑friendly events.
• Flexible working hours.

Perks & Professional Growth

• Trainings, lectures, and courses - internal workshops, knowledge‑sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e‑learning classes are all available.
• A welcome pack filled with goodies - to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

• Dog‑friendly office - bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There's always a furry friend or two to meet.
• Truly international working environment - a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
• No dress‑code - we like to keep it casual.

This position is new.

Estimated pay range for this position: $78,500 - $130,700 USD annually

At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job‑related factors like experience, qualifications, and location.

As part of our pre‑employment process, candidates selected for this position will be required to complete a background check in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.