What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scanning Specialist position at CD PROJEKT RED?
Company Description
To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!
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
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
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.
If you've observed any irregularities (i.e. legal or ethical violations) in our recruitment process, please click here to report them anonymously.
To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!
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.
- 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.
- 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 counseling, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
If you've observed any irregularities (i.e. legal or ethical violations) in our recruitment process, please click here to report them anonymously.
Salary : $78,500 - $130,700