Careers

The Opportunity

Are you a senior 3D visualization artist seeking your next career challenge? This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role at an industry-leading visualization studio in New York City. We are looking for an exceptional designer with unparalleled talent, a visionary mindset, and an entrepreneurial spirit to join and lead our dynamic team.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in architecture or design, a strong portfolio highlighting 3D expertise, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of architectural visualization. No lone wolves! Collaboration is key – we are seeking a team player ready to elevate creative standards, build scalable tools, and co-create our transition to real-time visualization excellence.

About the Role

As a senior leader in our studio, you will oversee projects from inception to delivery, driving both creative direction and process innovation. Success in this role requires a blend of artistic vision, technical expertise, and leadership. Expect a dynamic workflow, with an even split of production, art direction, and project management.

We are a boutique and ambitious studio poised for growth. This is an opportunity to shape the trajectory of a company at the forefront of architectural visualization.

Responsibilities include:

Art and Production Leadership

• Plan and produce world-class stills and animated CGI visualizations for large-scale real estate developments.
• Set and achieve the highest standards in photorealism, storytelling, and design quality.
• Provide rapid, visually stunning design solutions for landscapes, public realms, and interiors.

Project Ownership

• Lead visualization projects from kick-off to final delivery, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction.
• Nurture strong client relationships, including real estate developers and architects, by delivering outstanding results and expert communication.
• Translate complex architectural concepts from drawing sets into visually compelling designs.

Studio Innovation

• Manage and optimize workflows, leveraging internal and external resources.
• Co-lead the transition to a real-time visualization pipeline in Unreal Engine.
• Elevate the studio’s overall creative output and operational efficiency.

Qualifications and Skills

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or a relevant design field.
• 4+ years’ experience in a professional visualization studio or an architecture firm in the capacity of 3D visualization specialist.
• Proven ability to deliver outstanding and complex CGI visualizations and animations.

Technical Expertise:

• Core Software: 3ds Max, V-Ray/Corona, experience with Unreal/TwinMotion.
• Key Additional Relevant Software: Unreal Engine, Rhino, Revit, SketchUp, Blender, Photoshop, Premiere, InDesign, and other Adobe Suite tools.

Other Requirements:

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to foster collaboration and mentor team members.
• Excitement for a fast-paced environment with growth opportunities.
• Availability for a full-time, in-person role at our Midtown Manhattan office.

About Red Leaf NY

At Red Leaf NY, we create extraordinary visualizations that captivate audiences and stand above the crowd. Our work has been showcased on all major stages and we are trusted by the world’s leading real estate developers.

Red Leaf is committed to embracing cutting-edge technologies like real-time visualization and AI to deliver unmatched quality and value to our clients. Our proprietary Visual Twin platform has positioned us at the forefront of real-time visualization innovation.

How to Apply

Please submit the following materials to jobs@redleafny.com:

• Use Subject Line: “3D Architectural Visualization Team Lead Application”
• Resume
• Portfolio: Highlight CGI visualizations, interactive work, photography, animation, film, and other relevant media. We prefer quality over quantity.

We look forward to reviewing your application and welcoming you to our team!