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3D Artist / Lead

Apex Systems
Cincinnati, OH Contractor
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2026

Our client, a global technology consulting and digital solutions company, is looking for a 3D Artist / Lead to join their team. The ideal candidate has the required technical skills, is comfortable leading a creative team and can working directly with the client to build their function from the group up.

Start: ASAP

Duration: 3-4 months, likely extend, 40 hrs / week

Location: Hybrid in Cincinnati, OH 

Responsibilities:
- Work directly with the client to develop and lead strategy and execution of a digital asset library
- Define the plan for this new capability build out scalable 3D assets for omnichannel CPG campaigns supporting multiple brands
- Establish best practices and workflows 
- Handle the creative work from concept to execution, including modeling, lighting, animating and rendering everything from photoreal product shots to complex simulations
- Leverage and integrate AI tools to make the pipeline smarter and more efficient
- Work within brand guidelines and ensure brand consistency across all assets
- Collaborate with internal and external teams to meet project goals and deadlines
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and timeline
- Incorporate feedback and revisions efficiently during review cycles


Requirements:
- 7 years of animation / motion experience, ideally at a consulting firm or a large, matrixed organization
- Portfolio with a clean, modern, elevated aesthetic that showcases 3D asset creation and clear use of animation tools
- Previous experience with CPG / retail clients is a plus
- Proficient in UnReal and Cinema4D
- Proven experience with AI-assisted 3D workflows, generative models, text to 3D, etc.
- Comfortable with stakeholder management, presenting creative ideas and creating "buy in" as needed
- Self starter who can work in a collaborative environment
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment 
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong storytelling ability and understanding of pacing, structure, and audio/visual synchronization
- Ability to receive and apply feedback in a fast-paced environment with limited handholding
 

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.

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