Manufacturing Company is hiring: 3D Designer in Nashville

Our busy event production company is seeking a full-time 3D Designer to join our team. You would be a part of our Art Team, working alongside our Graphics Manager. You will help to craft and execute projects – from design and layout to final concept for 3D layout and design as well as animation. The position would be an in-office position and includes competitive pay, a healthcare plan, and 401K benefits.

The position's responsibilities include:

• Using 3D modeling, texture mapping, and other techniques to create graphics, visual effects, and layouts.

• Collaborating with other artists and production teams to discuss ongoing projects.

• Understanding the project requirements and conceptualizing creative ideas.

• Creating storyboards to visualize scenes and create a realistic environment for live events, media kits, and other visual effects.

• Receiving feedback from directors, designers, and clients, and editing your creations based on the comments received.

• Reviewing 3D arts and recommending improvements.

• Creating 3D sculpts and assets to meet artistic standards.

• Troubleshooting any problems that arise during work on a project.

• Work with the Creative team to help execute the vision of a variety of projects

• Work within the Creative team to conceptualize high-impact concept designs

• Create and manage direction/vision for a given project(s) with the team assigned

• Play a role in ideation during brainstorming sessions with the creative team, the production team, and client services regarding possible projects for a variety of clients

• Work alongside other designers of all levels and types to cohesively reach a design goal

• Manage him/herself to deliver multiple designs for multiple projects in a given week

• Clearly articulate design ideas in internal meetings

• Maintain and strengthen primary design skills while learning and adding disciplines to your repertoire

• Consistently produce client and production-ready work

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a 3D design-related field or equitable professional experience

• A design background with 3-5 years of 3D design experience is required

• Proficiency with Vectorworks, Lumion, and other 3D design programs

• A portfolio demonstrating the previously mentioned design capabilities is required.

• Ability to communicate big ideas and key themes/stories through sketching and graphics

• A demonstrated working knowledge of Google Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite is required

• The ability to speak in groups and to clearly articulate design ideas is a requirement

• An eye for composition, realism, texture, color, and lighting

• Must be a team player, and problem solver, with a can-do attitude

• Must have a strong willingness to learn

• Must have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)

When you apply, please provide the following:

• A strong portfolio of previous work and completed projects

• Resume

Working Environment/Physical Demands:

• Reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, repetitive motion, and communication.

• Primarily office-based work – exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, sits or stands

• Close visual acuity to perform activities at distances close to the eye

• When working in the office, not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

• By nature, this job description cannot be an exhaustive listing: additional responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, and working conditions may be associated with this job.

Abel McCallister Abel is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

*This is an on-site position located in Nashville, TN