3D Graphic - Modeling Artist

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 a 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 blendshapes

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