3D Design Artist in London

As a 3D Artist – Generalist at Foster + Partners, you will be part of our Visualisation and Film team, specialising in film, animation, real‐time, motion design, still images and digital content creation. As a multidisciplinary global architectural practice, our work extends far beyond the built environment, from visualising habitats in space to shaping future transportation systems and industrial design. We are growing our team and welcome 3D generalists from all levels of experience, whether your background is in architectural visualisation, the film industry or a related creative discipline.

This role is ideal if you want to:

• Assist in the day to day running of the team working closely with the responsible partners, production assistant and other lead artists.
• Work collaboratively with architects and designers to create visually engaging still images and inspirational animated shots.
• Contribute creatively to diverse, innovative projects beyond the built environment.
• Balance independence with teamwork in a fast‐paced studio setting.
• Manage sensitive and highly confidential information.

What you will bring to the team:

• A good understanding of colour and composition.
• Possess a creative flair, technical ability, and passion for visual storytelling.
• Up‐to‐date expertise in modern VFX workflows leveraging AI and machine‐learning models, including AI‐driven image and video generation, model‐assisted asset creation, look‐development acceleration, and integration of generative tools into production pipelines.
• Capable of producing animation/images with minimal supervision, whilst maintaining a high standard of quality based on experience.
• Resilient to cope with conflicting demands, able to prioritise duties and work effectively under pressure while always remaining calm and professional.
• In depth knowledge of the following software is required: 3D (3ds Max, Maya, or equivalent), rendering engines (Vray, Corona, or equivalent), postproduction (Photoshop, Nuke, or equivalent), bonus (Unreal Engine, Omniverse).
• Legally able to work in the country in which the position is based.

What we offer:

We offer a benefits package designed to help you thrive professionally and personally. This includes: private medical insurance for you and your family; life assurance; personal travel insurance; access to a range of wellbeing support, comprising virtual GP services, mental health support and lifestyle coaching; as well as discount programmes for various retailers. On our London campus, we have subsidised catering facilities, and host regular social events, and sports activities, for everyone to enjoy.

To support you in building a meaningful career, the practice offers opportunities to develop both your technical and non-technical skills through continuous learning, professional development support, and knowledge sharing and insights from experienced colleagues. If our designs spark your curiosity and you would like to contribute to solving complex challenges with local and global impact, we invite you to join our team. You'll be challenged and inspired, collaborating on extraordinary projects in an environment designed to cultivate excellence.