Visualization Designer / Illustrator

Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.

For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of over 800 professionals working in 13 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us.

GPD is currently seeking a Visualization Designer/Illustrator for our Akron, OH office location to collaborate with our creative team of designers and architects on various conceptual design projects.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Illustration, Interior Design, Architecture, Graphic Design or related field.
• Candidate should be very proficient in 3D modeling environments and scene building.
• Experience with rendering, lighting and animation software required, proficiency in coding and programming a plus.
• Background in creating computer modeled interior and exterior built environments, including lighting and asset generation and within the scenes.
• Skillset should include both conceptual and photo-realistic rendering development and animation.
• Demonstrate experience creating complex shapes and texture mapping.
• Virtual and Augmented Reality programming and modeling a plus
• Ability to read architectural drawings and translate design direction and intent.
• Understanding of topography contours, landscaping and hardscapes modeling.
• Knowledge of Photo Compositing and Presentation Methods.
• Must be organized with good communication and follow up skills.
• Have a working knowledge of Sketchup, AutoCAD and Revit.
  
  

Required Software Knowledge

• Revit
• 3D Modeling Software
• Photoshop
  
  

Software Knowledge a Plus

• Blender
• Unreal Engine
• Twinmotion
• Lumion
• Adobe Premiere or Adobe After Effects
  
  

Responsibilities Will Include

• The candidate will work as part of our Design Studio to provide architectural, interiors, site, and other building industry related photorealistic renderings and illustrations or animations.
• Building, texturing, and lighting 3D scenes for rendered stills and animation.
• Using Photoshop for compositing renderings and color corrections.
• Creating presentation graphics for meetings and client review.
• Assisting in the creation of marketing materials and presentations.
• Programming within software programs to aid in animations and design options.
  
  

GPD Offers a Compensation And Benefits Package Which Includes

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company contribution
• Bonus
• Vacation & Sick Time
• And much more…
  
  

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