Job Description
Are you a visionary creative with an obsession for pixel-perfect presentation? PixelCanvas Studios is seeking a Lead Mockup Designer to join our elite branding team in San Francisco. You will be responsible for crafting high-fidelity, photorealistic mockups that transform conceptual designs into tangible brand experiences for our global clientele.
We are looking for someone who doesn't just 'place' logos on shirts, but understands lighting, texture, depth, and the psychological impact of product presentation. If you thrive at the intersection of graphic design, 3D rendering, and photography, we want to hear from you.
Responsibility
- Develop hyper-realistic product mockups for digital, print, and retail packaging.
- Create customizable PSD/Smart Object templates for internal design teams.
- Collaborate with Art Directors to ensure product lighting and shadows match the brand aesthetic.
- Maintain a high-quality asset library of textures, materials, and product scenes.
- Stay ahead of design trends in UI/UX presentation and product marketing.
- Mentor junior designers on advanced Photoshop techniques and non-destructive workflows.
- Manage workflow pipelines for high-volume client branding projects.
Qualification
- 5+ years of experience in high-end graphic design or product visualization.
- Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Photoshop (Smart Objects, Displacement Maps, Layer Styles).
- Basic to intermediate skills in 3D software (Blender, Cinema 4D, or Adobe Dimension).
- Exceptional eye for detail, composition, lighting, and realistic texture mapping.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced agency environment.
- A stunning portfolio demonstrating advanced mockup and compositing techniques.
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.