Are you an expert 3D modeler with a passion for high-quality furniture design and experience leading remote teams? We’re looking for a 3D Modeler Team Lead to guide and grow our talented modeling teams in India and Vietnam, uphold visual and technical standards, and help us scale the production of detailed, real-time optimized furniture assets using Blender. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership <ul> <li>Manage, mentor, and support 3D modeling teams in India and Vietnam, ensuring high performance, consistent quality, and team cohesion.</li> <li>Review team outputs, provide constructive feedback, and maintain modeling standards and best practices.</li> <li>Coordinate with project managers and cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and production goals.</li> <li>Conduct training sessions and assist in onboarding new team members.</li> </ul> 3D Modeling &amp; Asset Creation <ul> <li>Create high-quality 3D furniture models (e.g., chairs, tables, cabinets, sofas) using Blender.</li> <li>Optimize assets for real-time/game environments with clean topology and balanced polycounts.</li> <li>UV unwrap and texture models to meet modern industry standards.</li> <li>Apply Physically Based Rendering (PBR) materials, including: Base Color, Roughness, Metallic, Normal, and Ambient Occlusion (AO) maps.</li> <li>Ensure models accurately replicate real-world references in form, scale, materials, and detail.</li> </ul> Qualifications &amp; Requirements  Experience <ul> <li>4+ years of professional experience in 3D modeling, including team or project leadership.</li> <li>Proven track record managing or coordinating distributed/remote teams.</li> <li>Strong portfolio showcasing high-quality 3D furniture models and PBR texturing workflows.</li> <li>Experience with Substance Painter and baking texture maps is a plus.</li> </ul> Technical Skills <ul> <li>Proficient in Blender for 3D modeling and optimization.</li> <li>Skilled in UV mapping, clean topology, and efficient asset production.</li> <li>Solid understanding of real-time asset creation, including polycount management, LODs, and texture baking.</li> <li>Deep knowledge of PBR workflows and modern game/real-time rendering pipelines.</li> </ul> Soft Skills <ul> <li>Strong communication and feedback skills across diverse cultures and time zones.</li> <li>Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple deadlines.</li> <li>Proactive, supportive leader who leads by example and fosters team growth.</li> </ul>

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3D Modeler – Team Lead

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