Architectural Visualization Artist
Edgewood Properties, Inc. · Piscataway, NJ · 3 wk ago
Art & CreativeFull-time
Responsibilities
- Import, clean, and optimize Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp models for use in rendering pipelines.
- Build detailed 3D environments including landscaping, furniture, people, vehicles, and contextual surroundings that ground the architecture in reality.
- Construct accurate lighting setups - natural, artificial, and HDRI - to simulate real-world conditions across different times of day and seasons.
- Read and interpret 2D plans, elevations, sections, and specifications accurately to ensure spatial and technical fidelity.
- Produce high-resolution photo-realistic still images using V-Ray, Corona, Lumion, or comparable rendering engines.
- Perform post-processing in Photoshop or Lightroom to refine color grading, atmosphere, and overall realism.
- Composite people, vegetation, skies, and environmental elements into final images with a consistent, professional visual standard.
- Maintain technical accuracy of materials, scale, proportion, and spatial relationships across all deliverables.
- Create architectural walkthrough and fly-through animations that communicate design intent and spatial experience.
- Produce real-time interactive experiences using Unreal Engine, Enscape, or Twinmotion as project needs require.
- Edit and deliver final video content using Premiere Pro, After Effects, or DaVinci Resolve, including music, titles, and motion graphics.
- Work directly with architects, interior designers, and project managers to understand design intent and translate it into compelling visuals.
- Incorporate client and team feedback through revision cycles, presenting work-in-progress clearly and receptively.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously against tight deadlines without losing quality or attention to detail.
- Collaborate and coordinate with outside visualization artists as needed to keep up with workload.
- Maintain consistent visual style aligned with Edgewood Properties' brand standards across all project types.
- Stay current with industry trends in visualization techniques, software, and emerging tools including AI-assisted workflows.
Qualifications
- 2-5+ years of professional architectural visualization experience.
- A portfolio demonstrating high-quality photo-realistic renderings and animations is required for consideration.
- Proficiency in 3D modeling and rendering software: 3ds Max, Cinema 4D, or Blender; V-Ray, Corona, or Arnold.
- Experience with real-time visualization tools: Unreal Engine, Enscape, Lumion, or Twinmotion.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Lightroom, After Effects, and Premiere Pro.
- Working knowledge of Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD for model import and coordination.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.