Mid-Level CGI Model Prep Artist

Untitled · Mumbai, India

Company: Untitled Production

Location: Remote

Experience: 4–6 Years

Department: Creative / CGI / 3D

Employment Type: Contract / Long-term Contract

Joining: Immediate / At the earliest

Untitled Production is looking for an experienced Mid-Level CGI Model Prep Artist to join our CGI/3D team on a remote basis.

We are looking for someone with strong technical knowledge of 3D model preparation, CAD conversion and optimisation , particularly for product CGI and photorealistic visualisation projects.

The ideal candidate should be comfortable receiving raw or complex CAD/product data and preparing clean, accurate and production-ready 3D models for downstream creative teams.

This role requires a combination of technical expertise, accuracy, problem-solving ability and strong attention to detail .

• Manage the end-to-end model preparation process , from receiving CAD/product data to creating production-ready 3D assets
• Convert CAD data into usable 3D formats while maintaining geometry and product accuracy
• Clean, organise and optimise models for CGI production
• Prepare and optimise 3D models in Maya according to established production guidelines
• Work with Pixyz or similar CAD conversion / optimisation tools
• Check topology, geometry, hierarchy, naming conventions and overall model structure
• Ensure models are technically suitable for texturing, shading, lighting, animation and rendering
• Optimise heavy CAD models without compromising important product details
• Perform self-QC and technical reviews before handing assets to downstream teams
• Identify and troubleshoot CAD conversion, geometry and model-related issues
• Coordinate with lighting, animation, rendering and other CGI teams when required
• Support other artists with technical guidance and model-preparation best practices
• Maintain organised project files and follow established production workflows
• Help maintain and improve model-preparation guidelines, templates and checklists
• Deliver projects accurately and within agreed timelines

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in CGI / 3D model preparation or product visualisation
• Strong experience working with CAD-based product models
• Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Maya
• Experience with Pixyz or similar CAD preparation/conversion software
• Strong understanding of:
• 3D geometry
• Topology
• CAD conversion
• Model optimisation
• Scene organisation
• Asset preparation
• Production pipelines
• Ability to understand and maintain accurate product proportions and details
• Strong attention to technical and visual accuracy
• Ability to independently troubleshoot model-related issues
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Comfortable working remotely with production teams and artists
• Good written and spoken English communication skills

Candidates with experience in the following will be preferred:

• Product CGI
• Consumer electronics
• Technology products
• Automotive CGI
• Premium/luxury products
• FMCG/product visualisation
• Advertising CGI
• Global brands and international projects

Strong knowledge of:

• Autodesk Maya
• Pixyz

Knowledge of some of the following will be an advantage:

• Cinema 4D
• Blender
• 3ds Max
• Unreal Engine
• Octane
• Redshift
• Adobe After Effects
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator

This is a remote position .

Candidates should have:

• A suitable personal workstation capable of handling professional CGI / 3D workloads
• Stable high-speed internet connectivity
• Reliable backup internet connectivity where possible
• Backup power arrangements where required
• Ability to connect to remote servers and production systems
• Availability for scheduled online production meetings and reviews
• Ability to coordinate efficiently with teams working remotely

This position is specifically for a CGI Model Prep Artist .

We are looking for candidates who can confidently handle the process:

CAD Data → Conversion → Geometry Cleanup → Model Optimisation → Scene Preparation → QC → Production-Ready Asset

Candidates with only general graphic design, motion graphics or video-editing experience without relevant CGI/model-preparation experience may not be suitable for this role.

Please email your application to:

Please include:

• Updated CV / Resume
• Current location
• Total years of CGI / 3D experience
• Current / last compensation
• Expected compensation
• Notice period / earliest joining date

CV / Resume and relevant work links / showreel are compulsory.

Please include links to projects demonstrating your experience in:

• CGI / 3D modelling
• CAD model preparation
• Product visualisation
• Model optimisation
• Product CGI or similar work

Applications without relevant work links / portfolio / showreel will not be considered.