Job Title HDRI Lighting Specialist for Shopify 3D Configurator (React Three Fiber) Job Description I’m looking for an experienced HDRI lighting specialist to help refine and enhance the realism of lighting for a Shopify 3D product configurator built with React Three Fiber (R3F). Based on the UI and tools in our current configurator (HDR upload, exposure, shadow, and fabric sliders), the system supports custom HDR environments. However, we need expert support creating custom HDRI files that deliver more realistic, studio-quality lighting while remaining optimized for real-time web performance. Products / Materials We currently have 4 fabric types that must render accurately under the same HDR environment: • Satin • Crepe • Lace • Mikado Each fabric reacts differently to light, so achieving realism without over-reflectivity or glare is critical. What We Need We’re specifically looking for someone who can create production-ready HDRI environments that accomplish the following: Enhanced realism with balanced lighting Natural, studio-style light that feels realistic, not flat or artificial Clear visibility of fabric texture, seams, lace detail, and construction No blown highlights or crushed shadows True 360° consistency Front and back details remain visible at all rotation angles Even lighting when rotating the model in the configurator Controlled reflections and glare No harsh hotspots or mirror-like glare Subtle, realistic highlights appropriate for luxury bridal fabrics Deliverables • Custom HDRI files optimized for real-time 3D (HDR / EXR) • Lighting that works consistently across all four fabric types • Files ready for direct upload into a Shopify + R3F configurator Ideal Candidate • Strong experience creating HDRIs for real-time web-based 3D configurators • Familiar with React Three Fiber, Three.js, or similar pipelines • Experience lighting fashion, apparel, or textile-based 3D assets • Strong understanding of realism, exposure control, roughness, and fabric response If you’ve worked on luxury product configurators, fashion rendering, or high-end web 3D experiences, I’d love to see examples of your work.