Technical Artist / 3D Generalist

Leo Villareal Studio is seeking experienced freelance technical artists for a fully-designed and in-production motion design project. Artists would work under the direction of the artist and of our Director of Visualization. This is a freelance contract position to be paid at an hourly, daily or weekly rate. We are open to candidates with part-time or full-time availability between March and August 2025 who are able to work in-person at our studio in Brooklyn at least part of the time.This project encompasses:Motion Design:Good eye for composition, color, and lightingCompositing motion graphics and visual effectsBasic editorial ability3D asset and environment creation (layout, modeling, texturing, animation, simulation, lighting, rendering):Simulation: cloth, flocking, ocean surface, particle effectsArt-directed sky and atmospheric environmentsArt-directed mountain and landscape environmentsThis project does NOT include:Logos or typographyCharacters or creaturesLive-action elementsAudio of any kindDemonstrated high proficiency in:3D: Unreal Engine or Blender preferredCompositing: After Effects preferredEditing: Premiere Pro preferredRealtime workflow proficiency (game engines, Touchdesigner) would be very helpful to have, but not absolutely required.We are a small studio team and each of us wears many hats. We're looking for versatile, creative and collaborative problem-solvers who can take initiative and ownership within the scope of our direction. Interested candidates, please share a resume and portfolio and let us know your area(s) of expertise and the software program(s) you are most comfortable working in.Applications may be directed to jobs@

Created: 2025-03-03