Associate Designer, 3D

Job Summary: 

An Associate Designer, 3D for VML Live is responsible for supporting the Senior Designer, 3D and Design Director, 3D in day-to-day needs across a variety of client projects touching almost every industry. This role is responsible for collaboratively ideating, designing, and communicating creative concepts for spaces and experiences, leveraging strong 3D modeling and rendering skills, building design intent documents. It is an important role to the agency as it supports VML Live by delivering accurate, innovative, and production-ready environments.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Actively participates in concept & design brainstorms and project ideation 

• Designs spaces and experiences based on direction from creative team leaders 

• Utilizes strong 3D modeling and rendering skills using industry-standard software 

• Collaboratively works and communicates with project teams including creative leads, technical design and production 

• Clearly communicates design intent and presents creative & design concepts 

• Pays close attention to the details, building environments with accurate measurements and specifications 

• Works quickly and efficiently, with organized files set up for seamless transition to production phase 

• Keeps up with design trends and environmental / architectural design innovations 

Qualifications: 

• Proficient in industry-standard 3D software, e.g.  Rhino, AutoCAD, and Blender 

• Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite 

• Basic knowledge of production design and ability to make design intent drawings for production 

• Graphic design knowledge is a plus 

• Ability to maintain a positive outlook under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced creative environment 

• Ability to effectively and appropriately interact with co-workers at a variety of levels, across many disciplines 

• A demonstrated track record of gaining trust and respect by consistently demonstrating sound critical thinking skills and maintaining composure in stressful situations 

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of employees 

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail 

• Exceptional initiative and follow-through skills 

• Willingness to travel for work 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 1+ years previous agency and/or in-house brand design experience (including internships)