Milwaukee Tool is hiring: Lead 3D Production Artist in Menomonee ...
Milwaukee Tool - Menomonee Falls, WI, United States, 53051
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Job Description
As a Lead 3D Production Artist, you will drive high-impact product visualizations that elevate brand storytelling and customer engagement. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, creative vision, and strategic leadership to produce photo-realistic renderings, optimize workflows, and push the boundaries of digital visualization. You will lead innovative initiatives, ensure brand consistency, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance design execution.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Creative & Technical Execution
- Produce photo-realistic product visualizations using procedural methods.
- Maintain an eye for materials, lighting, and overall quality to ensure accuracy and realism with high and low-poly workflows.
- Ensure brand consistency by adhering to strict photo and design guidelines.
- Identify gaps in current approaches and advocate for innovative solutions to improve visualization processes.
- Maintain an organized digital asset library, ensuring consistency across all rendered materials.
- Strategic Thinking & Project Leadership
- Align projects with company objectives and leverage insights to improve processes and outcomes.
- Engage with end users to explore effective digital content strategies.
- Communicate risks and opportunities effectively in proposals.
- Manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Collaboration & Problem Solving
- Collaborate with photographers, industrial designers, and brand teams to ensure seamless visualization execution.
- Provide constructive feedback, set expectations, and promote open communication.
- Handle multiple projects independently, adapting to shifting priorities while maintaining quality.
- Apply strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills to address complex challenges.
- Identify obstacles and develop cross-functional plans to overcome them.
- Foster an open team environment and encourage knowledge sharing.
- Innovation & Process Improvement
- Lead planning sessions, align team tasks, and promote efficient execution and problem-solving.
- Identify opportunities to evolve workflows and visualization techniques, sharing best practices.
- Guide others in unstructured environments and promote continuous learning.
- Share insights and initiatives to drive ongoing improvement.
- Mentor team members to develop key competencies and support growth.
Job Requirements
- Experience & Education: 5-7 years in 3D modeling, product visualization, or related fields; bachelor’s degree in 3D modeling, photography, or related discipline.
- Portfolio & Expertise: Strong portfolio demonstrating photo-realistic renderings and detailed project contributions.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Blender, Redshift or similar rendering engines; knowledge of Adobe After Effects, digital asset management, and project management tools is a plus.
- Market Understanding: Ability to analyze market, consumer, and customer insights.
- Collaboration & Communication: Strong skills in working with and influencing cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Mindset & Approach: Results-oriented, detail-focused, receptive to feedback, and eager for continuous improvement.
Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.
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