What are the responsibilities and job description for the 3D Design Director position at Olberding Brand Family?
3D Design Director
Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family, we are a family company focused first on caring for people. We believe that by valuing our employees, they in turn are inspired to champion our clients and the brands they bring to life. We have a variety of services which help CPG clients engage consumers through graphic design and execution. Our services begin in conceptual brand strategy and design, then flow through adaptive design all the way to the production of color accurate and regulatory/retailer compliant physical and digital touch points. There are over 400 of us across the US, Europe and Asia. Won’t you join us? We’d love to have you on our team!
We are seeking an experienced and visionary 3D Design Director to lead the creative direction of our 3D/CGI offering at Olberding Brand Family. In this role, you will guide a talented team of 3D artists, 3D designers, and animators to bring bold ideas to life while ensuring excellence in visual storytelling and execution. This is both a leadership and hands-on position, where you’ll get to work very closely with other 3D Designers and Artists.
As a key collaborator, you’ll also work across the broader creative and marketing teams to champion and execute innovative design solutions, and ensure our work consistently brings out the best in brands.
*Only candidates with Cinema 4D experience will be considered*
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family, we are a family company focused first on caring for people. We believe that by valuing our employees, they in turn are inspired to champion our clients and the brands they bring to life. We have a variety of services which help CPG clients engage consumers through graphic design and execution. Our services begin in conceptual brand strategy and design, then flow through adaptive design all the way to the production of color accurate and regulatory/retailer compliant physical and digital touch points. There are over 400 of us across the US, Europe and Asia. Won’t you join us? We’d love to have you on our team!
We are seeking an experienced and visionary 3D Design Director to lead the creative direction of our 3D/CGI offering at Olberding Brand Family. In this role, you will guide a talented team of 3D artists, 3D designers, and animators to bring bold ideas to life while ensuring excellence in visual storytelling and execution. This is both a leadership and hands-on position, where you’ll get to work very closely with other 3D Designers and Artists.
As a key collaborator, you’ll also work across the broader creative and marketing teams to champion and execute innovative design solutions, and ensure our work consistently brings out the best in brands.
*Only candidates with Cinema 4D experience will be considered*
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
- Develop and oversee the artistic vision for most 3D/CGI creative projects, ensuring alignment with client goals and department standards
- Lead, inspire, and mentor designers, animators, and production staff
- Collaborate with clients, producers, and creative teams to conceptualize and pitch compelling ideas and solutions
- Guide the creative process from initial brief to final delivery, including pre-production, modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, and rendering
- Review and approve creative work to maintain consistent quality and artistic integrity
- Present concepts, storyboards, and iterations ensuring their vision is captured
- Obsessed with the industry by staying up-to-date on trends, tools, and techniques to push the boundaries of 3D/CGI design and animation
- Work closely with producers, technical directors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth workflows and timely project delivery
Qualifications Include:
- 10 years of experience in 3D/CGI animation, motion design, or a related field2 years of leading, mentoring creative team
- Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Design, Fine Arts, or Visual Communication
- AI experience, preferred
- GPU render farm (Octane), Adobe Substance, Rizum, Real Flow, X-Particles preferred
- Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premier, After Effects, Illustrator)
- Understand the basic principles of design, composition, color, motion and storytelling
- Experience managing teams and leading creative projects from concept to completion
- Strong presentation and communication skills, both internally and with clients
Benefits Include:
- Competitive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k and profit sharing)
- Flexible work schedules
- Onsite 24/7 fitness center
- Named one of Cincinnati’s top workplaces
- PTO, Personal Time, Volunteer Time Off and 10 observed holidays
- Parental leave
The Olberding Brand Family is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes individuals of diverse talents and backgrounds.
For fastest consideration, please apply online to the Careers section of our website www.olberdingbrands.com. Only applications received through this process will be considered. No phone calls please.
