A. O. Smith
Motion Graphics Designer
A. O. Smith, Ashland City, Tennessee, United States, 37015
Company / Location Information
A. O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.
Primary Function
The Motion Graphics Designer role is responsible for developing and animating in both 2D and 3D. This team member can create both photo-realistic or stylized materials, lighting, environments, and will render images and animations for marketing communications.
Scope of Responsibility
This position will report to the Digital Content Manager and will work closely with other members of the Digital Content, Engineering, Product Management, Marketing and Training teams on a daily basis in support of organizational goals.
Responsibilities
Design, edit & deliver high fidelity renders and animationsWork with others to create effective training and marketing materialsCollaborate with immediate team members, as well as marketing, product management, engineering and other departmentsCollaborate with external vendors where necessary based on project scaleActive participation in the creative brief intake process in conjunction with key internal stakeholdersManagement of internal or external CAD 3D formats (STEP, FBX, SLDPRT, etc...)Management and use of 2D & 3D software & technology (C4D, Redshift, Adobe CC)Ensuring outputs meet technical accuracy based on stakeholder directionOrganization & automation of project-related assets for multi-purpose marketing & training needs (ex. literature, video & web outputs)Perform other duties as assignedQualifications
Bachelor's degree in animation, graphic design, fine arts, digital media, visual communications, or related field5+ years of illustration & animation experienceEstablished knowledge of illustration & animation best practices, tools, and softwareExperience with PBR material workflows, HDRI's, Adobe CC, 3ds Max, V-Ray, CAD software, and production workflows with teamsAdvanced experience with Cinema4D, Redshift, and After EffectsStrong computer skills with both PC and MacWell organized, detailed oriented, and self-motivatedAbility to work across multiple projects & tasks under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environmentWillingness to develop expert product knowledge of A. O. Smith products; engineering design, construction and marketing go-to market strategyMust be curious, resourceful, team-oriented, and have strong problem-solving skillsStrong communicator & collaborator with colleagues, superiors, and members of the organization outside of your team to accomplish & improve designsProactive - must be able to initiate contact and assemble information from various departmentsHybrid work - In Office 3 Days per week & Remote 2 Days per weekFlexibility and ability to travel
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Years of Experience
Minimum of 5 years related work experience
We Offer
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.
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A. O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.
Primary Function
The Motion Graphics Designer role is responsible for developing and animating in both 2D and 3D. This team member can create both photo-realistic or stylized materials, lighting, environments, and will render images and animations for marketing communications.
Scope of Responsibility
This position will report to the Digital Content Manager and will work closely with other members of the Digital Content, Engineering, Product Management, Marketing and Training teams on a daily basis in support of organizational goals.
Responsibilities
Design, edit & deliver high fidelity renders and animationsWork with others to create effective training and marketing materialsCollaborate with immediate team members, as well as marketing, product management, engineering and other departmentsCollaborate with external vendors where necessary based on project scaleActive participation in the creative brief intake process in conjunction with key internal stakeholdersManagement of internal or external CAD 3D formats (STEP, FBX, SLDPRT, etc...)Management and use of 2D & 3D software & technology (C4D, Redshift, Adobe CC)Ensuring outputs meet technical accuracy based on stakeholder directionOrganization & automation of project-related assets for multi-purpose marketing & training needs (ex. literature, video & web outputs)Perform other duties as assignedQualifications
Bachelor's degree in animation, graphic design, fine arts, digital media, visual communications, or related field5+ years of illustration & animation experienceEstablished knowledge of illustration & animation best practices, tools, and softwareExperience with PBR material workflows, HDRI's, Adobe CC, 3ds Max, V-Ray, CAD software, and production workflows with teamsAdvanced experience with Cinema4D, Redshift, and After EffectsStrong computer skills with both PC and MacWell organized, detailed oriented, and self-motivatedAbility to work across multiple projects & tasks under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environmentWillingness to develop expert product knowledge of A. O. Smith products; engineering design, construction and marketing go-to market strategyMust be curious, resourceful, team-oriented, and have strong problem-solving skillsStrong communicator & collaborator with colleagues, superiors, and members of the organization outside of your team to accomplish & improve designsProactive - must be able to initiate contact and assemble information from various departmentsHybrid work - In Office 3 Days per week & Remote 2 Days per weekFlexibility and ability to travel
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Years of Experience
Minimum of 5 years related work experience
We Offer
Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.
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#LI-Hybrid