3D Multimedia Designer

Leonardo View All Jobs; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 flexi-days annual leave

Pension up to 15% employer contrib.

Mental health support

Bonus scheme

Access to Coursera/LinkedIn Learning

Referral programme

Flexible benefits up to £500

Hybrid working

Job summary

Leonardo is seeking an experienced 3D Multimedia Designer to create high-impact visuals for defence and aerospace, translating complex tech into clear content across print, digital and experiential media. You'll work with a collaborative team reporting to the Head of Brand Creation in a hybrid role across home and UK offices.

You will produce photorealistic 3D visuals, develop assets for marketing, BD, events and internal comms, and help evolve our creative capabilities, including explorations

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in 3D Design and Animation or related field.
• Strong portfolio showing concept-to-delivery across print and digital.
• High proficiency in 3D tools including Studio Max.
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead creative development from concept through to final delivery across multiple channels.
• Turn 3D model data into photorealistic visuals for marketing materials.
• Convert visuals into animated content for publicity videos.
• Translate complex briefs into clear visual solutions.
• Collaborate with marketing, BD, internal comms, and events.
• Ensure consistent brand and visual identity guidelines.
• Advise stakeholders on effective visual communication approaches.
• Contribute ideas to campaigns, exhibitions and creative strategy.

Skills

3D design

Animation

Branding

Visual communication

Portfolio presentation

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in 3D Design and Animation

Equivalent experience

Tools

Studio Max

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

We are seeking an experienced 3D Multimedia Designer to create high-impact visual content that communicates complex defence and aerospace technologies to a global audience. Working within a collaborative creative team and reporting to the Head of Brand Creation, you will play a key role in translating technical information into clear, engaging, and visually compelling content across print, digital, and experiential platforms. This role suits a proactive designer who combines strong conceptual thinking with excellent execution, and who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, security-conscious environment. You will be responsible for the production of photorealistic 3D visuals for use within printed, digital and dynamic (animated) materials. You will also design and deliver a wide range of visual assets supporting marketing, business development, internal communications, exhibitions, and digital channels. Your work will ensure a consistent and compelling brand voice across all touchpoints. Core outputs include: 3D still images 3D animated content Brochures and technical datasheets Exhibition and event graphics Social media and digital campaign assets Infographics and web visuals Corporate presentations Alongside core design work, you will contribute to the evolution of our creative capabilities, with opportunities to explore emerging technologies such as VR, AR, and real-time 3D. This is a hybrid role, with time divided between home and one of the UK Offices. Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead creative development from concept through to final delivery across multiple channels
• Take 3D model data provided by engineering departments, and convert them into static photorealistic visuals for use within marketing materials
• Migrate those same visuals into animated content for use within publicity videos
• Translate complex technical briefs into clear, engaging visual solutions
• Collaborate with stakeholders across marketing, business development, internal communications, and events
• Ensure consistent application of brand and visual identity guidelines
• Advise stakeholders on effective visual communication approaches
• Contribute ideas to campaigns, exhibitions, and creative strategy
• Identify opportunities to improve creative processes and workflow efficiency
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, discretion, and professionalism, particularly when handling sensitive information
• Act as a brand ambassador, promoting strong and consistent visual communication. Degree (or equivalent experience) in 3D Design and Animation, Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, or a related field
• A strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and high-quality execution across print and digital media
• High proficiency in 3D tools including Studio Max
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to explain and justify design decisions
• Ability to interpret briefs and develop them into effective creative solution

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.