Lead – 3D Modeler

Nike does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. We explore potential, obliterate boundaries, and push the edges of what’s possible. We thrive in a culture that embraces diversity and rewards imagination. We seek achievers, leaders and visionaries. Digital Product Creation fuels product creation, innovation, and craft by leveraging the power of modern technologies, skillsets, tools, and talent.

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?

You will work on the Consumer Product Brand Marketing Operations(CPBMO) production studio team alongside other world class 3D modelers, material artists, visualization artists, and producers. You will report to 3D production studio management and meet with global digital partners, footwear product, and technology stakeholders. You will also collaborate process and workflows with the footwear 3D design teams.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We need a Lead 3D Modeler to join our team at Nike World Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon. Part of Nike’s digital evolution hinges on the ability of the 3D production modeling team to create and oversee the creation of photorealistic footwear models. Our best lead modelers are technically minded, strong communicators, highly organized, and expert with a breadth of digital tools while ambitious to learn new programs and techniques. They collaborate on high profile objectives, efficiently problem solve, and enthusiastically co-lead special projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Design/Art, 3D Art, Game Design or related field, or equivalent combination of education, experience and training.
• 6 years’ experience successfully delivering 3D models in VFX, gaming, or similar studios OR 3 years’ experience working with Nike 3D teams
• Expert in polygonal modeling techniques; Modo experience highly preferred
• Expert understanding of procedural workflows
• Expert understanding of form, topology, and UV unwrapping
• Expert knowledge of 3D software general use
• Highly proficient knowledge of pipeline workflow
• Proficient knowledge of applying colors & materials in Substance Painter
• Proficient understanding of scripting tools for 3D workflows
• Working knowledge of simulation
• Very strong interpersonal communication and collaboration skills
• Excitement to thrive as part of a strong, high-functioning team to deliver business results through understanding the value of sharing information and by constantly learning from those around you to build skills

WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?

You will utilize your expert polygonal 3D modeling skills coupled with detailed technical inputs to contribute to the creation of product accurate 3D footwear models that reflect Nike technical guidelines. You will additionally ensure consistency and quality across a large volume of assets while taking and applying feedback in a timely and iterative manner. You will self-manage project resources and track project status to keep the team updated on progress. You will identify gaps in workflows and aid in the development of tools to streamline production. You will present the work to others as needed and professionally represent the team.

You will contribute to the onboarding, mentorship, and quality control of Nike’s footwear production 3D modeling teams and 3D modeling teams based at external partners. You will review models completed by others, provide feedback, identify gaps in expertise and work with the artist to improve skills. You will help oversee special projects from beginning to end while providing guidance to the other artists involved and influence partners in the use of digital tools in the footwear process.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.