ABOUT OUR FAMILY OF COMPANIES/BRANDS

About Ad Populum: Ad Populum aligns corporate strategy and fosters growth across its unique, robust roster of subsidiary companies. With a diverse portfolio of legendary brands including NECA, Chia Pet., Rubies Costumes, Enesco, Kidrobot, WizKids, ExKaliber, Graceland, and Radical Share, Ad Populum is a leader in pop culture collectibles, iconic American products, Halloween costumes, gifts, home décor, tabletop gaming, Amazon brands, and digital marketing. Our subsidiaries are renowned for their innovation, quality, and cultural significance, making Ad Populum a dynamic force in the entertainment, consumer products, and digital marketing industries.
About Kidrobot: Kidrobot is the premier creator and retailer of limited edition toys, apparel, and lifestyle product. Kidrobot’s products fuse urban street trends, fine art and creative design to produce collectible pieces of art. World-renowned artists design many of Kidrobot products with backgrounds in graffiti art, fine art, industrial design, graphic design, illustration and music.

Location: This is a fully remote position open to candidates based in the United States, United Kingdom, and China.

JOB OVERVIEW:

We’re looking for a skilled and imaginative 3D Digital Sculptor to join our creative team, with this opportunity open to candidates from junior through mid-level experience. In this role, you’ll transform 2D concepts into 3D sculpts using ZBrush – capturing everything from stylized characters to realistic forms, across both organic and hard-surface designs. You’ll collaborate with artists, designers, licensors, and production teams to ensure every sculpt comes to life.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1+ year of experience in a digital sculpting or 3D design; experience in consumer products, toys, or collectibles is preferred.
• Proficiency in ZBrush is required; Keyshot Rendering experience preferred.
• Skilled in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for supporting design and presentation needs.
• Strong understanding of 2D and 3D design principles, with proven ability to transform 2D artwork into precise, production-ready 3D turnarounds.
• Familiarity with mold-making and manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Excellent communicator and collaboration, adept at exchanging constructive feedback and presenting work confidently to licensors, stakeholders, and creative partners.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects, adapt to shifting priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Creative, curious, and enthusiastic, with a collaborative spirit and willingness to share ideas.
• Passion for pop culture and collectibles is a big plus!
• A PDF or link to your portfolio is required.

• Sculpt 3D models in ZBrush, ensuring accurate form, silhouette, and detail across a variety of styles.
• Translate 2D concept art into compelling 3D sculpts while maintaining the integrity of the original design.
• Prepare and optimize files for prototyping, mold making, and manufacturing.
• Collaborates with artists, designers, and cross-functional teams to maintain a consistent brand vision.
• Communicate effectively to ensure seamless handoffs between pre-production, post-production, and manufacturing teams.
• Prepare, arrange, and composite sculpts for compelling presentations, delivering them to internal teams, licensors, and partners for feedback and approval.
• Partner with internal teams and department leads to prioritize, determine creative approaches, and meet production needs.
• Provide direction on sculpt details, color callouts, and artwork applications for factory production.
• Support prioritization of workload and contribute to team-wide creative processes.