Table of Contents on CGI Artist vs CGI Studio:
- What is a 3D artist?
- What is a CGI studio?
- Commission a CGI studio
- Tips for working with a CGI artist or CGI agency
- Conclusion: CGI artist or 3D studio?
What is a 3D artist?
A 3D artist creates three-dimensional graphics of people, real estate, interiors, or products. This is particularly popular in marketing.
A 3D artist from a CGI studio checks the product rendering for correct mirroring and reflections in the material comparison.
Advantages Of An Inhouse CGI Artist
An in-house CGI artist works directly in your company. This offers you several advantages when it comes to creating 3D content for your furniture, home or living brand. These are some benefits of in-house artists:
- Control over the project: When hiring a 3D graphic designer, you have entire control over the project and you can check in with the artist at any given time.
- Efficient communication: An internal CGI artist may also improve the communication, as the artist can communicate with the entire team at all times.
To become a 3D artist, you can study, for example, 3D design, media informatics, or game and graphic design. OR if you already have qualifications, you can apply as a CGI artist at our agency.
Disadvantages Of An Inhouse CGI Artist
Hiring an inhouse 3D artist also has some disadvantages:
- Talent and reliability: If you're not experienced in this field, it can be difficult to distinguish a good 3D CGI artist from an amateur. This could lead to problems later on. Good and experienced 3D artists are also quite expensive to employ.
- Financing of technology & further training: An in-house artist may actually be more expensive than hiring a 3D studio because you also have to fund the necessary equipment and provide training to keep your artist up to date with the latest technologies and trends.
- Utilization: It could also happen that you employ an artist for 3D visualizations, but you don't have work for him/ her at all times. Then your artist is unitilized and you pay for nothing.
What is a CGI studio?
A CGI studio is an agency that employs 3D artists. These agencies work with numerous 3D artists who can take on your project.
3D Studio - Danthree Studio
Advantages Of A CGI Agency
When you choose a CGI agency, you have the advantage of having access to a range of experts rather than just a solo artist. Here are the main advantages of CGI agencies:
- Experts in various fields: CGI agencies employ experts in every area required for the creation of photorealistic 3D visualizations . This includes 3D modeling, 3D design, adjusting digital camera settings, lighting, and shading, optimizing the CGI visualization for marketing campaigns, etc.).
- Flexibility: CGI agencies are flexible and adapt to your schedule.
- No long-term commitments: 3D agencies only take care of the projects you commission from them. In contrast, you have to employ an in-house CGI artist on a permanent basis.
Disadvantages Of A CGI Agency
Even if it is more advantageous for most companies to hire a CGI studio, this also has a disadvantage:
- Possible waiting times: If you employ an in-house 3D artist in your company, you can have him or her take care of any projects directly. However, if you commission a CGI project, you will first need to find a suitable 3D studio. If the studios are already working to capacity, there may also be waiting times.
International CGI Agency - Danthree Studio
Commission a CGI studio
Are you looking for an international CGI studio? Then our CGI agency Danthree Studio can help you out! We work together with professional 3D artists and specialize in everything related to the Home & Living sector. We are sure: Particularly, the home & living and the furniture industry can benefit from CGI models!
Take a look at our portfolio to get an insight into our work or contact us for a non-binding initial consultation!
A photorealistic product visualization of a sofa, developed by a CGI studio
Tips for a successful collaboration with a CGI artist or CGI agency
Regardless of whether you choose an in-house CGI artist, a CGI freelancer, or a CGI agency, there are a few things you should consider:
- Good communication: For a good collaboration, make sure to communicate your goals and expectations clearly so that there are no misunderstandings.
- Regular feedback: Ask regularly for updates and give your 3D artist or agency feedback during the process. If you don't like something during the process, it is better to address this immediately.
- Realistic deadlines: Set realistic deadlines so that quality and deadlines are in harmony.
Conclusion: In-house 3D artist or 3D studio?
So what's better now? Hiring a 3D animator or commissioning a CGI studio?
This depends on your individual situation as to what makes financial sense and what accommodates your workflow.
Employing an inhouse artist could make sense when you need 3D work done on a regular basis. However, this leads to more obligations and responsibilities and it's also more expensive to change an employee than an agency!
So, if you only need 3D work done once in a whole, it's better to go with a CGI studio. Then you don't have to pay for the 3D artist if no work is required, and you have no obligations for a long-term collaboration.
Are you looking for a 3D agency? Feel free to contact us! Our 3D artists at Danthree Studio will help you in all areas and can create both simple 3D images and elaborate 3D animations for you!
3D Studio discusses a 3D project
