3D Artist

Company Background

Markwins Beauty Brands is a global leader in beauty and cosmetics. A pioneering AAPI-owned company, Eric Chen, founded Markwins in 1984, and led as CEO until his passing in 2021. His wife, and then-CAO, Lina Chen, then assumed the role of CEO, and leads in the position today.  Markwins has distinguished itself with groundbreaking product innovation, reimagined go-to-market strategies, and leading supply-chain dynamics. From humble and disruptive origins, the company was famous in its early years as the pioneer of compact palettes and gift sets and stands today as the largest privately held beauty company in North America. With a brand portfolio that includes Black Radiance®, Lip Smacker®, LORAC®, Physicians Formula®, and wet n wild®, Markwins Beauty Brands’ products are sold in retail outlets including department, specialty, mass, drug, and food stores, in over 80,000 doors in 80 countries worldwide.

Job Summary

The 3D Artist will report directly to the Director, Creative Production and be responsible for delivering high-quality 3D content using a wide variety of skills and software (modeling, texturing, animation, motion graphics, compositing, dynamics etc.). The role will require a diverse skill set in 3D art, an excellent eye for artistic quality, the ability to adhere to specific art directions, and strong creative ideation skills.

Essential Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• Build 3D models of cosmetic products for all Markwins brands
• Generate high-poly, accurate 3D models of products in native formats (3D Studio, FBX, OBJ) with texture included for animation
• Create photo-realistic materials, lighting, textures, and rendered images for various uses
• Ensure accurate color matching for all products
• Collaborate with VP of Creative and Director of Creative Production to understand quality and expectations for all projects from each brand
• Perform other assigned duties as needed and directed by management

Minimum Qualifications

• Must provide a portfolio file or have a portfolio site to be considered
• 3+ years of professional experience within a dedicated 3D Artist or 3D-related role
• Proficiency in Blender software, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Experience with 3D animation
• Excellent proficiency in 3D modeling, rendering, lighting, textures, and animation
• Sharp eye for details and aesthetics, especially with accurate color matching ability
• Excellent work ethic with an ability to follow direction while working independently

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Working Conditions:	Good working conditions, with the absence of disagreeable conditions
Salary:	Pay commensurate with skill set and relevant experience level
Benefits:	Comprehensive benefits package includes employer paid health benefits and 401k match. Benefits typically offered only to full-time employees

Markwins Beauty Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Markwins Beauty Brands does not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other proscribed category set forth in federal or state regulations.

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