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Michael Tanzillo
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Head of 3D Technical Artists at Substance 3D | Adobe. Artist on animated films for 13 years. Co-founder Creator of The 3D Artist Newsletter and Community. Academy of Animated Art. Co-Author Lighting for Animation. https://linktr.ee/michaeltanzillo
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · 3d
New 3D + design jobs this week:

• Adobe – Sr. 3D Technical Artist (USA, $108K–$190K)
• Architecture Firm – 3D Designer (Remote, USA)
• Iris van Herpen – Multi-disciplinary Designer (Amsterdam)

Details → 3dartist.substack.com/p/adobe-is-h...
Adobe is hiring a Senior 3D Tech Artist!
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · 5d
3D isn’t just AI-proof. It’s what makes AI useful.

Digital twins give AI structure and truth. Without 3D, it’s just guessing.

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Deep Dive 7: 3D + AI for Product Visualization
The Tiger, the Bartender, and Why 3D Is What Makes AI Useful
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · 12d
Nobody knows what the next wave of e-commerce or marketing will look like — AR, virtual try-on, something new...but we do know 3D will power it.

This week’s deep dive looks at how 3D workflows today help future-proof companies for whatever comes next.

3dartist.substack.com/p/deep-dive-...
Deep Dive 6: Building for What Comes Next
We don’t know if the future is AR, VR, or something else...but we know 3D will power it
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · 15d
Interesting podcast on the state of the U.S. film industry.

As part of the 40% of people impacted by the industry’s downturn, it hit close to home and it validates what so many people are feeling.

Interesting to hear it all laid out so clearly.

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The Future of Entertainment, Part 1: Is Hollywood's Business Model Broken?
Podcast Episode · Plain English with Derek Thompson · 10/10/2025 · 46m
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · 16d
New jobs in 3D & creative tech:

• Runway – Creative Workflow Specialist
• Rivian – Sr. Manager, 3D Infotainment
• Milwaukee Tools – Staff 3D Gen.
• Mercury – Motion + 3D Designer
• Five Towns College – Adjunct Instructors

More: 3dartist.substack.com/p/runway-see...
Runway seeking a Creative Workflow Specialist with 3D Experience
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · 19d
3D artists don’t just make beautiful images, we solve problems at scale.

In my latest deep dive, I wrote about why scalability is the real question companies are asking and how to demonstrate it in your portfolio.

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Deep Dive 5: Why Scalability Is the Question You Need to Answer
The Hidden Value of 3D Artists: Scaling Design and Marketing
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · 23d
New 3D jobs this week:
• Visual Director – Snoop Docuseries (LA, $200K–$300K)
• C4D Specialist – VANDIVISION (LA, Hybrid)
• Sr. Unreal Artist – Sphere (CA, $155K–$171K)
• VR 3D Artist – Booz Allen (WA, $55K–$126K)
• Tech Artist – Dignity Health (AZ, $32–$48/hr)

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Snoop Dog Needs an Artist!
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · 26d
Join a product company and you’ll hear acronyms like DAM, PIM, PAM, and PLM right away.

You don’t need to master them, but you do need to know how they connect to your 3D work.

Full breakdown here:
3dartist.substack.com/p/deep-dive-...
Deep Dive 4: DAM, PIM, PAM, and PLM for 3D Artists
In Start Here: Product Visualization for 3D Artists, I set the stage for Product Visualization.
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Sep 24
New 3D jobs just dropped:

Meta – Principal Tech Artist ($181K–$250K, Remote)
Astranis – 3D Gen & Motion Designer (SF, Hybrid)
Jacobs – Sr Visual Artist ($90K–$120K, Seattle)
Salesforce – Motion/Gen AI Artist ($127K–$190K, SF)

More: 3dartist.substack.com/p/meta-is-hi...
Meta is Hiring a Principal Tech Artist
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Vincent GAULT🔜GDC @cgvinny.bsky.social · Sep 22
Hey #3dart students: #MeetMat is back with a new friend to texture for the 5th iteration of the contest: www.therookies.co/meet-mat
Meet MAT - Material Art Contest | The Rookies
Discover Meet MAT, the leading material and texture art contest for aspiring 3D artists. Create stunning materials with Adobe Substance 3D and gain recognition in the global creative community.
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Sep 22
Most new 3D artists focus on the product. But packaging is just as important...boxes, blister packs, pouches, even shrink wrap.

I broke this down in my latest deep dive:
Deep Dive 3: Package Design in Product Visualization

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Deep Dive 3: Package Design in Product Visualization
In Start Here: Product Visualization for 3D Artists, I introduced product visualization as a career path.
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Cartoon Brew @cartoonbrew.bsky.social · Sep 19
The 24 Hours Animation Contest returns Oct 3, challenging students worldwide to create a 30-second short in just one day. This year, Pixar’s Pete Docter will reveal the theme live on Toon Boom’s YouTube channel at 3 p.m. PT. Registration closes Sept 26.
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Pete Docter To Kick Off 2025 24 Hours Student Animation Contest
Pixar’s Pete Docter will reveal the theme at the 2025 24 HOURS Animation Contest, where students worldwide race to create films in just one day.
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Sep 17
New 3D jobs are live!

Astranis – 2D/3D Motion Designer (SF)
Age of Learning – Animator (Remote – $90K–$110K)
Salesforce – AI Animator (SF – $169K–$233K)
Crossing Hurdles – AR/VR Specialist ($65–$85/hr)
Visune – Material Artist (Nottingham, UK)

Details: 3dartist.substack.com/p/2dmotion-d...
2D/3D Motion Designer Jobs....In Space!?!?!?!
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Sep 15
NVIDIA is pivoting Omniverse from factory simulations to consumer goods.

The opportunity in product visualization is massive...and NVIDIA knows it.

Full breakdown in my latest deep dive:
3dartist.substack.com/p/deep-dive-...
Deep Dive 2: Why NVIDIA Is Betting on CPG Digital Twins
From factory simulations to shampoo bottles, Omniverse is moving toward the trillion-dollar product visualization market
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Sep 11
Had a blast chatting with the School of Motion Podcast! A few takeaways:

- Motion designers = secret weapons. Your versatility is gold.

- Foundations > software.

- 3D isn’t just for film

AI can speed things up, but artistry makes work unforgettable.

Full interview → youtu.be/D-Py5o4AKsU?...
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Sep 11
New 3D jobs are live!

Boom Supersonic – Sr 3D Viz Designer (Denver – $130K–$150K)
Twine – 3D Artist (Remote, freelance)
McCullough – Exhibit Designer (Dubuque, IA)
Tesla – Unreal CG Intern (Hawthorne, CA)

Details: 3dartist.substack.com/p/3d-artists...
3D Artists Needed for Supersonic Jets!
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Sep 8
Switching into 3D Product Visualization? You need to understand CAD.

It’s the backbone of every product, but raw files aren’t render-ready. My new deep-dive explains why mastering CAD conversion gives 3D artists a clear edge.

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Deep Dive 1: The Importance of CAD Conversion in Product Visualization
Why CAD files aren’t render-ready and how learning to convert them gives you an edge
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Sep 3
New 3D jobs are up!

NVIDIA – Tech Artist (Santa Clara, CA)
Skild AI – Tech Animator (SF)
The Select Group – Procedural Tech Artist (CA/WA)
Frisson Labs – Founding Tech Artist (SF)
Chase Design – Motion/3D Viz Designer (NYC)

Details: 3dartist.substack.com/p/nvidia-is-...
NVIDIA is hiring 3D Tech Artists!
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Aug 28
New 3D jobs are live!

Epic – Env Art Intern (Cary, NC)
BetMGM – 3D/Motion Designer (NJ)
Technicon – Digital Modeler (MN)

Details: 3dartist.substack.com/p/epic-games...
Epic Games Hiring Environment Art Intern
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Aug 25
At SIGGRAPH this year I kept hearing the same thing: “Cool talk… but what’s the action plan for switching industries?”

So I’m starting a new series: a step-by-step playbook for 3D artists moving between industries. More to come soon!

Full piece here:
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Building a Guide for Moving Between 3D Industries
I’ve been to SIGGRAPH as a student, a job seeker, and an industry researcher.
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Aug 20
New 3D jobs are live!

Lockheed – 3D/VFX Tech Lead (Highlands Ranch, CO)
Amazon – 3D Visual Designer (Santa Monica, CA)
Aquent – 3D Designer (Remote – $50–$55/hr, temp)

Details: 3dartist.substack.com/p/amazon-and...
Amazon & Lockheed Martin Hiring 3D Artists
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Aug 18
Back from SIGGRAPH 2025.
AI everywhere (still messy), 3D sliding into everyday content, and a fridge fire story I’ll never forget.

Full roundup here: 3dartist.substack.com/p/siggraph-2...
Siggraph 2025 Roundup!
Takeaways from Vancouver
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Aug 13
New 3D jobs just dropped!

Epic – Tech Artist (Cary, NC)
ALLSIDES – Tech 3D Artist (Bressanone, Italy)
Meta – 3D Artist, Wearables (NYC – $126K–$175K)

Details: 3dartist.substack.com/p/epic-games...
Epic Games is Hiring a Tech Artist
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Aug 6
New 3D jobs are live!

Ford – Digital Modeler & XR Artist (Dearborn, MI)
GFT – 3D Viz Specialist (Remote – $90K–$140K)
BetMGM – 3D/Motion Designer (NJ – $65K–$85K)
Mohawk – Sr 3D Designer (NJ – $65K–$85K)
DICK'S – 3D Space Artist (Coraopolis, PA)

Details: 3dartist.substack.com/p/ford-hirin...
Ford Hiring 3D Modelers and XR Artists
And more job openings for 3D Artists!
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Michael Tanzillo @michaeltanzillo.bsky.social · Aug 5
We spent years simplifying 3D... not because minimalism was better, but because it was achievable.

GenAI changed that.

Now you can build wild, photoreal scenes fast without breaking your pipeline.

Maximalism isn’t just a style. It’s a strategy.

Full piece:
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Will GenAI Usher in a New Era of Maximalism?
Forget White Backgrounds… Let’s Get Weird
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