Lead 3D Artist

Role Description The Lead 3D Artist at Mathematic Studio will oversee the creation and delivery of high-quality 3D assets for a variety of visual projects, including animation, advertising, and cinematic content. This is a permanent, on-site role based in Canada, requiring close collaboration with directors, producers, and other artists to define visual style, maintain quality standards, and meet production timelines. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading the 3D art pipeline, creating and refining models, textures, lighting setups, and rigs, and providing feedback and mentorship to junior artists. The Lead 3D Artist will also coordinate with technical teams to optimize workflows, troubleshoot production issues, and ensure assets are ready for rendering and compositing. Participation in reviews, maintaining clear documentation, and aligning creative output with client and studio expectations are key aspects of this role.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Blender and demonstrated experience using it as a primary 3D production tool.
• Advanced skills (Maya) in 3D Modeling, with the ability to create clean, efficient, and production-ready assets.
• Proficiency in Texturing and Lighting, including the ability to establish mood, realism, and visual consistency across scenes.
• Hands-on experience with Rigging for characters and props, enabling smooth animation and reliable deformation.
• Previous experience in a lead or senior 3D artist role, guiding teams and providing constructive feedback.
• Solid understanding of the full 3D production pipeline, from concept to final render, including optimization for performance.
• Strong artistic foundations in composition, color theory, form, and visual storytelling.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate across creative and technical disciplines.
• Ability to work on-site in Canada and adapt to fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Experience with additional 3D or DCC tools, rendering engines, and version control systems is an asset.
• Relevant education or equivalent professional experience in 3D art, animation, visual effects, or related fields.