Animator / Motion Lead (3D) - AG24-188456910

Our client, a global technology consulting and digital solutions company, is looking for a Animator / Motion Lead (3D) to join their team. The ideal candidate has the required technical skills, is comfortable leading a creative team and can working directly with the client to build their function from the group up.

Start: ASAP

Duration: 3-4 months, likely extend, 40 hrs / week

Location: Hybrid in Cincinnati, OH

Responsibilities:

• Work directly with the client to develop and lead strategy and execution of a digital asset library
• Define the plan for this new capability + build out scalable 3D assets for omnichannel CPG campaigns supporting multiple brands
• Establish best practices and workflows
• Handle the creative work from concept to execution, including modeling, lighting, animating and rendering everything from photoreal product shots to complex simulations
• Leverage and integrate AI tools to make the pipeline smarter and more efficient
• Work within brand guidelines and ensure brand consistency across all assets
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to meet project goals and deadlines
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and timeline
• Incorporate feedback and revisions efficiently during review cycles

Requirements:

• 7+ years of animation / motion experience, ideally at a consulting firm or a large, matrixed organization
• Portfolio with a clean, modern, elevated aesthetic that showcases 3D asset creation and clear use of animation tools
• Previous experience with CPG / retail clients is a plus
• Proficient in UnReal and Cinema4D
• Proven experience with AI-assisted 3D workflows, generative models, text to 3D, etc.
• Comfortable with stakeholder management, presenting creative ideas and creating "buy in" as needed
• Self starter who can work in a collaborative environment
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong storytelling ability and understanding of pacing, structure, and audio/visual synchronization
• Ability to receive and apply feedback in a fast-paced environment with limited handholding

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment [work location](_postings.govdocs.com -23 EDeoO8rKMTHH24E&d=DwMF-g&c=0eTCB0nNi4K2jeP4BAvnzcTY3bBUzv8iW-Zx9Sm4vP0&r=i4pXjBcjGNJYUo-kETIN7vFPxgZX5xxYqH-mhElUdC4&m=77conARkWbDuO2y4J8LQ5QUa jad9lUkSwkcNtwz2oCGG3X1qzaI0Hej01o-ncv6&s=b23QfGDGPlVcn2bJqiFYbor6H498nvvDbQd0IPhRi68&e=){target="_blank" rel="noopener"} is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.

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