Multimedia Specialist

$90,000 - $120,000/Yr

Exponent - Farmington Hills, MI

Full-time - Entry Level

Farmington Hills, MI

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Multimedia Specialist at Exponent will play a crucial role in the Visual Communication Group, working closely with engineers and scientists to create animations, graphics, visualizations, and interactive presentations. This position focuses on effectively communicating complex real-world scenarios, accident reconstructions, and engineering concepts through data-driven workflows and visualizations, which will be presented to clients, industry experts, and jurors in trial settings.

Responsibilities

• 3D modeling, animation, lighting, texturing, and rendering with an emphasis on technical/geometrical accuracy.
• Managing visualization projects, including proposals, budgeting, communicating progress, collaboration, iterative process and final deliverables.
• Leveraging versatile skills and tools to directly assist/collaborate with engineers and scientists on technical analyses.
• Conceptualizing visualization projects with engineers and scientists while contributing creative expertise and aiming for the most effective communication solution/work product.
• Working with data such as laser scans, CAD, and motion simulation.
• Compositing/editing project assets into final deliverable.
• Production of graphics and presentations that effectively convey complicated concepts and scenarios.

Requirements

• B.S./B.A. in Animation, CAD, and Digital Video Production-related fields.
• 3-5 Years of experience in forensic/scientific/engineering visualization.
• Expertise in Autodesk 3D Studio Max.
• Extensive Experience in Vray rendering.
• Extensive Experience in 3D Studio Max's Biped animation tools.
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Experience working with laser scan data.
• Proactive and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management capabilities.
• Creative thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Team player who demonstrates leadership potential and can effectively interact with technical and non-technical people.
• Self-motivated learner.
• Interest in science and engineering concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience with accident reconstruction, photogrammetry (Photomodeler), camera matching, and video analysis a plus.
• Knowledge of creating interactive 3D scenes using real-time engines a plus (Unity, Unreal, Simlab, etc.)

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of USD $90,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 per year.
• Opportunities for career growth through mentoring and sponsorship.
• Supportive culture and collaborative work environment.
• Programs and resources to support health and well-being.