Lead-3D Generalist

Department: 3D / XR / Multimedia

Role: Lead 3D Generalist

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Hyderabad, India

Experience: 5–8+ Years

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and creative Lead 3D Generalist to lead the 3D production team and deliver high-quality 3D assets, animations, environments, simulations and immersive visual experiences for eLearning, AR/VR/MR, industrial training, product visualization and multimedia projects.

The candidate will be responsible for the complete 3D production pipeline, from concept and modelling to texturing, rigging, animation, lighting, rendering and optimization. The role also involves mentoring 3D artists, reviewing deliverables and ensuring projects meet quality, technical and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

·        Lead and manage the 3D production team and allocate tasks based on project requirements.

·        Create and review high-quality 3D models, environments, characters, props and assets.

·        Handle the complete 3D pipeline including modelling, UV mapping, texturing, rigging, animation, lighting, rendering and compositing.

·        Develop realistic and stylized 3D animations for eLearning, simulations, product demonstrations and interactive content.

·        Create optimized 3D assets for Unity, Unreal Engine and VR/AR/MR applications.

·        Develop industrial, mechanical, architectural and product-based 3D models as required.

·        Work closely with Instructional Designers, 2D Designers, Developers, XR Developers, Project Managers and clients.

·        Interpret storyboards, scripts, technical drawings and reference materials and convert them into accurate 3D visual content.

·        Review team output for visual quality, technical accuracy, consistency and adherence to project standards.

·        Establish and maintain 3D production workflows, naming conventions, file structures and quality standards.

·        Optimize models, textures, animations and scenes for real-time applications and different target platforms.

·        Troubleshoot modelling, rigging, animation, rendering and asset integration issues.

·        Provide technical and creative guidance to junior and mid-level 3D artists.

·        Conduct regular quality checks and provide constructive feedback to the team.

·        Estimate effort, timelines and resource requirements for 3D deliverables.

·        Support project planning, task tracking and timely delivery of assigned projects.

·        Explore and implement new 3D technologies, workflows and AI-assisted tools where appropriate.

·        Ensure all final deliverables meet internal quality standards and client specifications.

Required Technical Skills

·        Strong proficiency in Blender, Autodesk Maya, 3ds Max or equivalent 3D software.

·        Strong knowledge of 3D modelling, sculpting, UV mapping, texturing and material creation.

·        Good knowledge of PBR texturing workflows.

·        Strong understanding of rigging, skinning and character/prop animation.

·        Experience with lighting, rendering and compositing.

·        Working knowledge of Unity and/or Unreal Engine.

·        Knowledge of real-time rendering and asset optimization.

·        Understanding of polygon optimization, texture optimization, LODs and performance requirements.

·        Knowledge of animation principles, camera composition, lighting and visual storytelling.

·        Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, After Effects or other post-production tools.

·        Knowledge of version control and structured 3D production workflows is an advantage.

XR / Interactive Experience

·        Experience creating assets for VR, AR, MR or interactive learning applications.

·        Understanding of real-time 3D workflows and Unity/Unreal asset pipelines.

·        Experience optimizing assets for VR devices and interactive simulations.

·        Knowledge of interactive product visualization, industrial simulations or training environments is preferred.

Leadership Responsibilities

·        Mentor and guide junior and mid-level 3D artists.

·        Review and approve 3D assets before project integration.

·        Maintain consistency in modelling, texturing, animation and rendering standards.

·        Conduct technical reviews and identify areas for improvement.

·        Support recruitment assessments and technical interviews for 3D positions.

·        Create reusable templates, workflows and best practices for the 3D team.

·        Monitor team productivity, quality and project timelines.

·        Act as the technical point of contact for 3D-related project requirements.

Required Soft Skills

·        Strong leadership and team-management skills.

·        Excellent visual and creative judgment.

·        Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

·        Good communication and collaboration skills.

·        Ability to understand technical and creative requirements.

·        Strong attention to detail.

·        Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

·        Client-facing communication skills will be an advantage.

·        Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's/Diploma degree in Animation, 3D Design, Multimedia, Fine Arts, Game Design, Visual Effects or a related field. Relevant professional experience and a strong portfolio/demo reel may be considered in place of formal qualifications.

Preferred Experience

·        eLearning and digital learning

·        Industrial training and simulations

·        AR/VR/MR/XR

·        Product visualization

·        Engineering and manufacturing visualization

·        Game development

·        Architectural visualization

·        3D animation and VFX

·        Interactive multimedia

Portfolio Requirement

·        3D modelling

·        Texturing and materials

·        Rigging

·        Character/technical animation

·        Lighting and rendering

·        Environment creation

·        Product/industrial visualization

·        Real-time/XR assets, where applicable

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

·        Quality and accuracy of 3D deliverables

·        Timely completion of projects

·        Team productivity and task management

·        Asset optimization and technical efficiency

·        Number of rework/issues identified during QA

·        Client/project stakeholder satisfaction

·        Adoption of improved 3D workflows and tools

·        Team mentoring and skill development

·        Compliance with project and production standards

Why Join CHRP-INDIA?

CHRP-INDIA works across custom eLearning, 3D animation, video-based learning, AR/VR/MR, game-based learning and immersive technology solutions, providing opportunities to work on diverse learning and technology projects.

Ideal Candidate

A hands-on 3D professional who can independently manage the complete 3D pipeline while also leading a team, solving technical challenges and delivering production-ready assets for eLearning and immersive XR experiences.