3D Generalist - Youtube Channel -Fern and Simplicissimus

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3D Generalist - YouTube Channel - Fern and Simplicissimus, Berlin

Client: Electrify Video Partners

Location: Berlin, Germany

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: eaf53a53776b

Job Views: 1

Posted: 16.05.2025

Expiry Date: 30.06.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a versatile and creative 3D Generalist to join our visual storytelling team at fern and Simplicissimus. In this role, you’ll be responsible for creating high-quality 3D visuals that enhance our explainers, essays, and documentary-style videos with depth, style, and narrative clarity.

As a 3D Generalist, you’ll work on everything from building environments to animating characters—helping translate complex ideas into immersive visual experiences. You’ll collaborate closely with producers, editors, and motion designers to push the boundaries of what journalistic video can look like.

The role will be fully remote and on a freelance basis. Work is expected to be very frequent.

PLEASE NOTE: German language understanding is required.

Tasks

• 3D Animation & Worldbuilding
• Create cinematic 3D animations to support and enhance editorial storytelling
• Model, texture, and light 3D environments, props, and characters
• Animate characters, camera movements, and dynamic sequences
• Design and implement lighting setups for stylized and realistic scenes

Composite 3D elements into final video edits, ensuring visual cohesion and quality.

Work with the team to maintain visual consistency and meet production timelines.

• Translate scripts and creative briefs into visual scenes and sequences
• Collaborate with motion designers, editors, and creative leads to integrate 3D assets into projects
• Contribute to the development of a unified visual language across projects
• Participate actively in brainstorming and concept development sessions

Requirements

• Proficiency in Blender (knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 is a plus)
• Strong eye for design, lighting, and visual storytelling
• 3+ years of professional experience in 3D production, especially in explainers, essays, or documentaries
• Solid understanding of modeling, texturing, rigging, lighting, animation, and compositing workflows
• Independent, reliable, and collaborative working style
• Passionate about visual content and editorial storytelling

What we offer

• Flexible working hours and arrangements
• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience
• Variety of projects and creative opportunities within a young, growing team
• Regular team events in Amsterdam and involvement in important journalistic content

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about journalism, documentaries, and digital content to contribute to a dynamic, creative environment. If you’re ready to make an impact and bring compelling stories to life, we’d love to hear from you!

If possible, please submit your application in English.

Electrify Video Partners is a digital media company investing in and scaling established YouTube channels. Our mission is to turn channels into global media businesses by building teams, scaling content production and distribution, and introducing new revenue streams. We acquire between 50% and 100% of channel businesses. We have successfully raised multiple funding rounds and maintain existing revenue streams.