3D Designer / Artist
Cape Town, South Africa

Digital Marketing Agency / Hybrid working / International clients / Growing team and agency

The 3D Designer / Artist will be joining a new and emerging Digital Marketing Agency based in Cape Town, South Africa. Working across a range of international brands and clients, you'll be part of a group of innovative and forward thinking creatives and marketeers. You'll have the chance to help produce some new and exciting work and in tandum with teams in other locations across the Globe. 

As the 3D Designer / Artist you will be take an active role in the development of concepts and the creation of digital assets, characters, objects and scenes. The ideal candidate will be multi-talented—proficient in industry leading 3D modeling tools and emerging AI tools—and bring a high level of creativity, versatility, and strategic thinking to this growing creative team. 
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the creation of 3D characters and environments for use in digital ads, social content, web visuals, and more.
• Interpret creative briefs and contribute to early concept development with visual storytelling and artistic insight.
• Model, texture, light, and render 3D assets with high visual fidelity and adaptability across formats.
• Collaborate closely with internal creatives to ensure assets support the campaign’s strategy and messaging.
• Stay on top of 3D design trends and emerging AI tools that can enhance or accelerate the creative process.
• Manage multiple projects at once, ensuring consistency, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Take ownership of projects and be responsible for the concepts, execution, and production of all campaign work assigned to your portfolio.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to deliver compelling multimedia content.
• Basic skills in video production and motion graphics a plus.

Requirements:

• Experience using a variety of 3D software such as 3DS Max, Blender, Maya, Sketchup, ZBrush, or others. Please include a list of tools and platforms you’ve worked with in your application.
• Good working knowledge of AI-powered creative tools (e.g., generative AI for 3D modeling, texturing, rigging, or animation) is a strong plus.
• Experience in video production, including editing, motion graphics, sound, and storytelling for digital platforms a plus.
• Must possess a strong sense of urgency, commitment to quality, and the ability to consistently think at a strategic level to maximize the conversion level of digital and multimedia assets.
• Previous experience in an ad agency, design studio, or similar fast-paced creative environment.
• University/College diploma or degree in Fine Art, 3D, Graphic Design, Multimedia Production, or a related creative field.
• Excellent English communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate ideas, concepts, and challenges.
• Positive, high energy, and motivated to learn and push boundaries.
• Deep understanding of the current competitive marketplace, design/media trends, and the ability to apply this knowledge to strong creative solutions.

If this sounds like the ideal role for you, then apply with an up to date Portfolio and CV showcasing your skills across 3D and Design. 

Dave
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