3D Designer

The 3D Designer is responsible for designing and animating 3D models, graphics, videos, and more; the 3D Designer operates Computer Aided (CAD) and/or Solid Works computer software to design park and playground equipment including creating, updating, and modifying drawings for sales, engineering, factory production, and/or customer use. This position has no supervisory duties.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develops film-like animations, videos, and draws storyboards.
• Understands color, composition, imagery, and topography.
• Creates 3-Dimensional Models and works with lighting, texture, and shades.
• Manipulates and understands 3D software, i.e., 3D Max, Metal Ray/V-Ray, Rhino, SketchUp and other 3D software.
• Is well versed in various compositing software including Adobe After Effects and Photoshop.
• Translates client and business needs into visually engaging and effective motion graphics and presentations.
• Meets deadlines to align with client demand.
• Communicates workflow, lighting, compositing, and visual issues through written and visual notes.
• Is able to code commensurate to 3D computer graphic needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.
  
  

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education And/or Experience

• Required formal education level and/or years of experience and what area of expertise
• Any preferred certifications
  
  

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• This position works in a standard office environment containing furniture and equipment needed to conduct common business activities. These items include desks, chairs, cubicle walls, phone systems and cords, fax machines, copiers, conference room tables, computer systems and file cabinets.
  
  

Travel

• Less than 10%.
  
  

Computer Skills

• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Proficient with AutoCAD and 3D modeling
• (500+ hrs 3D Studio Max, Metal-Ray/V-Ray preferred)
• Solidworks experience preferred
• Adobe After Effects preferred
  

Other Requirements

• Manufacturing work experience preferred
• Experienced with displays, animations, and client presentations