Digital Designer (CAD and 3D)

Job Introduction

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for a creative, dynamic Digital Designer to join our creative team. We are looking to fill one permanent role and one 12 months  FTC role.

We can be flexible on where you live as long as you can commute into the following locations (Manchester, Leeds or Stevenage).  You will be responsible for creating digital content e.g. 3D renderings and motions for bid submissions and other activity within our growing creative community. You will work closely with the design leads and our segments in the preparation of 3D interior visualisation. Undertake 2D image compositing, finishing and retouching operations on 3D renderings and be involved in modelling, rendering and post production stages.

You will understand the concepts and initial design intent, and apply this into a graphic representation. You will be flexible to work outside of normal working hours on weekdays and weekends when required. In return the role offers a competitive salary and annual bonus.

Role Responsibility

• Construct Computer Aided Design (CAD) drawings and 3D visuals for presentation. Participate in research and presentation of new design proposals to clients or design lead
• Creating 3D models from architectural plans, rough sketches or real – life objects using special rendering software
• Enhancing images and adding special effects creatively
• Creating 3D walk-throughs and fly-through in artistic fields
• Delivering Design Visualization & Presentation Projects to clients
• Explore new technologies (both hardware and software) to improve the quality of visualisations and increase efficiency. This is likely to include new rendering engines as well as emerging trends such as virtual reality.
• Produce texture assets and materials in a range of art styles
• Work with both "still" representations and animations for tender presentation 
• Presentation skills (i.e. 3d visuals, material/mood boards etc).
• Strong design and presentation skills
• Up to date with modern trends with a keen interest in interiors 
• Work collaboratively within the team/segments/client to create and develop new, on-brand ideas and drive them from concept through to delivery

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience of 3D modelling and rendering in other 3D packages is preferable (for example Vray, 3DS Max etc.)
• An extensive working knowledge of 3D Studio Max
• Visual flair is a must.
• Consistent and regularly delivers good quality results within short timeframes
• A strong familiarity with Photoshop and related Adobe products such as After Effects, Premier and Illustrator. 
• Expected to travel around the UK where required
• Flexible to work out of hours on weekdays and weekends when required

  Desirable skills:

• Illustrative skills for freehand perspective drawings
• Transferable skills in After Effects and Permier
• 2D or transferable skills, such as storyboarding, animation, graphic design or UI design.

About the Company

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults within a regulated activity. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and/ or Disclosure Scotland.