Technical 3D Animator & Multimedia Designer

The Steel Network; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Steel Network, Inc. in Durham, NC is seeking a 3D Animator & Multimedia Designer to create animations, renderings, and multimedia content for engineering, construction, software, healthcare, and nonprofit brands.

You will collaborate with marketing and engineering teams to translate complex concepts into clear visuals, develop content from CAD data, and produce finished videos for presentations, websites, and trade shows. Portfolio required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Animation, Multimedia Design, Computer Graphics, or related field preferred.
• Experience creating technical, engineering, manufacturing, or construction-related content preferred.
• Portfolio or demo reel required.
• Professional 3D animation experience preferred; exceptional recent graduates with strong portfolios will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models, animations, and renderings.
• Produce technical and product-focused animations.
• Develop visual content from CAD files, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Edit and assemble rendered animations into finished videos.
• Add titles, callouts, music, voiceovers, transitions, and visual enhancements.
• Prepare animation content for presentations, websites, social media, and trade shows.
• Support video production and post-production efforts when needed.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and marketing team members.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

Maya

Animation

Storytelling

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Animation/Multimedia Design/CG

Tools

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

The Steel Network, Inc. in Durham, NC is seeking a 3D Animator & Multimedia Designer to create animations, renderings, and multimedia content for engineering, construction, software, healthcare, and nonprofit brands.

You will collaborate with marketing and engineering teams to translate complex concepts into clear visuals, develop content from CAD data, and produce finished videos for presentations, websites, and trade shows. Portfolio required.