3D & Cgi Visual Effects Specialist Artist (Saudi National)

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **3D & CGI Visual Effects Specialist Artist (Saudi National)**to join our team In this role you will get to create photorealistic renders and animations for architecture projects with Architectural Background.

**What You'll Be Doing**:
**1. 3D Modeling and Asset Creation**
- Develop accurate and detailed 3D models of buildings, landscapes, interiors, and furniture based on architectural plans, CAD files, or sketches.
- Create custom assets such as F&B interiors, retail spaces, or golf courses, tailored to specific project needs.
- Optimize models for high-quality rendering while maintaining efficiency (e.g., polygon count management).
- Generate 3D models automatically from 2D sketches, photos, or text prompts, with Meshroom, Kaedim.
- Create visual assets directly from text descriptions, reducing the need for manual modeling with DALL-E, Point -E

**2. Photorealistic Rendering**
- Utilize rendering engines like V-Ray, Corona Renderer, or Lumion to showcase accurate lighting, textures, and environmental effects.
- Adjust camera angles, composition, and perspectives to achieve the most appealing visuals.
- AI enhancements on the rendering process

**3. Texturing and Material Application**
- Use tools like Substance Painter or Quixel Mixer to create detailed and custom textures.
- Ensure material accuracy to reflect client specifications (e.g., luxury finishes, eco-friendly materials).
- AI creation of photorealistic textures and materials

**4. Lighting and Atmosphere Setup**
- Simulate natural and artificial lighting to match project requirements, ensuring realistic illumination effects.
- Incorporate environmental elements like skies, sunlight, or nighttime scenarios for dynamic presentations.
- Adjust HDRI maps, reflections, and shadows to enhance realism.

**5. Animation and Walkthroughs**
- Create 3D animations, flythroughs, and walkthroughs for client presentations or promotional videos.
- Develop interactive real-time visualizations using tools like Unreal Engine or Unity.
- Ensure smooth transitions and engaging storytelling in animations to captivate audiences.

**6. Collaboration and Coordination**
- Work closely with architects, interior designers, and F&B planners to understand project goals and translate concepts into visuals.
- Participate in design reviews to refine visualizations based on client feedback.
- Integrate 3D assets with CAD/BIM files from tools like AutoCAD or Revit.

**7. Post-Production and Enhancements**
- Perform post-processing on rendered images using Adobe Photoshop or After Effects for final touch-ups, adding effects, and ensuring a polished outcome.
- Add background elements, people, or subtle environmental details to enhance visuals.
- Ensure all deliverables meet branding standards and project guidelines.

**8. Keeping Up with Industry Trends**
- Stay updated with new tools, technologies, and rendering techniques to enhance efficiency and output quality.
- Experiment with emerging solutions like AI-enhanced rendering or real-time ray tracing.

**9. Quality Assurance**
- Conduct rigorous quality checks to ensure visualizations meet technical and aesthetic standards.
- Troubleshoot rendering issues, such as lighting artifacts or texture inconsistencies.
- Optimize outputs for various platforms (print, web, VR, or AR).

**10. Documentation and Asset Management**
- Maintain an organized library of 3D assets, materials, and project files for reuse and efficient workflows.
- Document the rendering process for team reference or future iterations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

- **Bachelor’s Degree**in Architecture (or equivalent) / **Master’s in Visualization, Animation, or Digital Media**
- 8+ years of Related Experience. Professional registration is required at this level.
- Offered by software-specific or industry-recognized institutions:

- Autodesk (e.g., 3ds Max, Maya).
- Unreal Engine.
- Blender Foundation.
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effects).
- Bootcamps or workshops in architectural visualization or photorealistic rendering.
- Focus on lighting, texturing, rendering, or specific workflows (e.g., parametric design in Rhino + Grasshopper).

**What Required Skills You'll Bring**:

- Expertise in CGI tools and techniques.
- Expertise in AI tools and techniques.
- Strong portfolio of relevant work its required for this position that needs to include but not limited to:

- High-quality renders.
- Animation samples.
- Realistic material/texturing work.
- Unique personal projects or contributions to recognized works.
- Knowledge of lighting, textures, and photorealism.
- Experience in architectural visualization or F&B design.
- Strong understanding of **geometry, perspective, and color theory**.
- Knowledge of **lighting physics**and **materials science**for realistic renderings.

**SOFWARE REQUERIMENTS**:
Mandatory:
Autodesk 3ds Max, Blender, Cinema 4D, SketchUp, V-Ray, Corona Renderer, Lumion, Enscape, AutoCAD, Revit,