3D Designer

3D Designer

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. 

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it… think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyer belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? 

WHAT TO EXPECT

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Santa Fe office, you will be responsible for concept development, modeling, texturing, rigging, and animating 3D assets. A deep understanding of animation principles, storytelling, and industry-standard software is essential. The ability to collaborate effectively with other team members and meet tight deadlines is a must.

Key responsibilities:

• Use 3D industry-standard software to create, texture, light and animate different kinds of 3D content for Gates. 
• Collaborate with the other artists in the GCS projects. 
• Collaborate closely with the video team in creating animated 3D content. 
• Create storyboards to visualize concepts and scenes. 
• Receive feedback from the different GCSs clients and adjust the designs respectively. 
• Troubleshooting any problems that arise during work on a project. 
• Meeting with clients, designers and collaborators to discuss and review projects and deadlines. 

ABOUT YOU

• 2 - 4 of years of experience 
• Bachelor's degree in industrial design, architecture, engineering or similar.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English
• Video editing experience
• College degree in a 3D design related field, like Industrial design, engineering, architecture, etc.
• Must be proficient in Task management software.
• Strong organizational skills and superb attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure.
• An eye for composition, realism, texture, color and lightning artistic skills.
• Must be available to work onsite at our Santa Fe, Mexico location.
• Autodesk 3D Max (must)      
• Vray and/or Corona render (or similar)        
• Adobe After effects and Premiere 
• Adobe creative suite 

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as “One Gates” and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. 

While we expect the best we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of “Dress for your Day” (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to our ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more.

WORK ENVIROMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.