Associate 3D Designer, Hard Surface

About the role

Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion.

If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love to hear from you!

• Who You Are:

You are energetic, collaborative, results driven designer who is experienced in all facets of 3D Design. You thrive in a rapidly changing environment, are curious and have the vision to provide a compelling point of view and influence key decisions. You demonstrate a passion for the brand, love learning, and accomplishing goals

What You’ll Do

• Importing existing 3D files from factories and converting from tri geometry to quad geometry.
• A good eye for proportions and details
• Cutting UVs, and organizing these files in our database
• Archive maintenance per department standards
• Importing scan files and work with Lead Scan Technician to clean up the files
• Converting high poly files to Real Time ready, reducing point count, back-faces, hidden parts, etc
• Working within hi-lo workflow (displacement map generation) to ensure functionality in Unreal Engine 5 (UE5) for Virtual Showroom (VSR), and Product Configurator (PC). This includes converting stitching, and some parts to displacement maps that can be recolored
• Loading materials and assets into UE5, and making necessary adjustments (camera, lights, positions, etc)
• Adding 3D Assets in proper grouping for PC
• Assigning Materials for PC
• Adjusting or generating material maps using Adobe (Photoshop, Illustrator or Substance Suite)
• Texturing and recoloring factory assets, and models completed by Asset Artists, and rendering in Arnold

You’ll Need to Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Graphics, Accessories or Technical Design (preferred)
• 1-3 years of experience as an Asset Artist (Model/Texture/Surface) in a VFX Production, Game Development or 3D Fashion Design Environment
• Working experience in Maya, Zbrush, and/or Substance Suite
• Proficient in creating both organic and hard surface models with efficient topology
• Understanding, rendering, and current technologies
• Strong time management skills and the ability to balance priorities under the pressure of a deadline-driven design calendar
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• The ability to take direction and implement feedback with a positive attitude
• An approachable, proactive, accommodating attitude, and an ability to follow instructions
• Enjoy working in a collaborative team environment
• Ability to work in NYC 3-4 days a week

MK Perks

• Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Schedule
• Summer Fridays
• Internal mobility across Capri Brands (Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, Versace)
• Cross-brand Discount
• Exclusive Employee Sales
• Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
• 401k Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Thrive Wellness Program (seasonal in-office massages and more!)
• Commuter Benefits
• Gym Discounts

In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a salary range. The salary for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set and years of experience.

• At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences.
• M/D/F/V

• The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

• In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a compensation range.
• The range for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set, and years of experience.
• Please note that for salaried roles, the figures reflect full-time equivalency, while for hourly roles, the figures represent the applicable hourly rate.

Compensation Range

75,000.00 - 85,000.00 USD