At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
JOB SUMMARY:
Polaris is seeking a CGI & 3D Specialist who will be responsible for creating both high-resolution, photorealistic images and real-time assets of Polaris vehicles, parts, and accessories that will be used across web and print media. The CGI & 3D specialist will participate in all aspects of the workflow including preproduction, modeling work, material and texture creation, lighting, rendering, post-production, implementation in a real-time engine, and documenting product changes. You'll be working closely with other CGI/3D artists, the CGI/3D project manager, product, engineering, industrial design, and various marketing teams to create assets and participate in stakeholder reviews for final approval.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create photorealistic digital assets for use on public websites and in marketing materials.
Communicate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand project requirements and product details before creating assets.
Retrieve and convert CAD files, develop virtual materials and paints per product specs, cut and apply decals, set lighting and cameras, render images, complete postproduction, and document product changes for downstream teams.
Participate in business reviews and make revisions as necessary.
Participate in the day-to-day operations of the team utilizing the Agile Methodology including daily standups.
Consistently update project tasks within Jira task tracking software.
Regularly communicate project progress and roadblocks.
Accountable for meeting production schedules and timelines.
Adhere to organizational and workflow standards and conventions.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
Required:
Bachelor's degree or above in Game Design, VFX, Digital Media, Computer Animation or similar field.
Experience working in a game engine like Unity, Playcanvas, or Unreal
3+ years' experience modeling in a 3D program like Maya, Modo, or 3DS Max and CGI tools including Cinema 4D, Octane, and Adobe Creative Suite.
Solid ability to retopologize high-poly assets and bake using Marmoset.
Retopology and baking
Strong organizational skills and attention to details.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to function as part of a collaborative team.
Self-starter that functions well in a fast-paced environment.
Effective time-management skills and ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
Preferred:
Appreciation and passion for Polaris products.
Comfortability with Substance Painter/Designer.
Ability to create 3D models and textures from photographs, technical drawings, or point cloud data.
Understanding of photo manipulation and compositing.
Knowledge of lighting and photography.
Experience with After Effects or Nuke.
Experience with standalone render suites like Octane, Redshift or V-Ray.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Location - Polaris Global Headquarters, Medina, MN
Primarily remote/work from home, but a strong preference that this role be based within the greater Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area with an ability to come into the office occasionally as needed.
Highly collaborative team consisting of multidisciplinary artists, a project manager, and a supervisor.
The starting pay range for Minnesota is $68,000 to $83,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.
To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.
We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com (https://www.polaris.com/en-us/)
EEO Statement
Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com . To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) .
At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at
http://www.polaris.com/careers
