Sr. Visualization Designer (3D Animator)

Taylor Communications•New York, NY

16d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Let Us Power Your Potential Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future ― and your career . We power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. If you’re ready for something bigger ― more challenge , more variety, more pathways for professional growth ― we should talk. W e’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for people like you. Ready to reach your potential ? It’s time to look at Taylor. Your Opportunity: Jon Michael Design, a subsidiary of Taylor Corporation, is seeking a Senior Visualization Designer to join our award-winning creative studio in NY and bring world-class packaging and product concepts to life through high-end 3D visualization, CGI animation, and photorealistic rendering. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with the Creative Director and President to visualize premium beauty, fragrance, skincare, and spirits designs with exceptional artistry and precision. You will lead visualization efforts from concept to final execution—creating dynamic, lifelike imagery and motion that communicate design intent and innovation for client presentations, advertising, and merchandising. This role is ideal for a designer who merges creative intuition with technical mastery someone who understands light, form, and material, and who approaches every visualization as both a craft and a story.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, CGI, Animation, or a related field
Minimum 5+ years of experience in a creative studio, agency, or visualization environment - preferably within beauty, fashion, spirits, or CPG
Expert-level understanding of 3D rendering workflows, including lighting, texturing, and compositing
Demonstrated ability to create premium-quality digital imagery for advertising, merchandising, and product visualization
Knowledge of AI-based and emerging visualization technologies for enhanced creative development
A portfolio showcasing excellence in photorealistic rendering, animation, and motion design

Nice To Haves

Proven expertise in CGI visualization, animation, and rendering for packaging and product design
Deep understanding of materials, lighting, and composition to achieve photorealistic imagery
Advanced proficiency in Cinema 4D, Blender, 3D Max, Keyshot, and Adobe Creative Suite
Strong artistic sensibility combined with exceptional technical precision and attention to detail
Ability to produce motion graphics or 3D animation for storytelling and marketing applications
Highly organized with excellent time-management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
Confident communicator and presenter with a collaborative, solutions-driven approach
Familiarity with AI visualization and ideation tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Midjourney, Runway) a plus
Deep appreciation for beauty, luxury, and material craft in design visualization

Responsibilities

Create stunning, photorealistic renderings and CGI animations that elevate Jon Michael Design’s creative output and showcase our design excellence in beauty and luxury packaging.
Collaborate with the Creative Director, Industrial Design, and Packaging teams to translate creative concepts into visually accurate, compelling visualizations.
Lead the visualization process from concept through final render, ensuring fidelity to design intent, brand standards, and production timelines.
Apply expert knowledge of lighting, texturing, and material simulation to achieve premium-quality results across glass, metal, plastic, and other complex surfaces.
Integrate CGI with live-action footage and create motion graphics or animated sequences for presentations and marketing content.
Leverage and experiment with AI-assisted tools and emerging visualization technologies to enhance creativity, efficiency, and ideation.
Anticipate and resolve visualization challenges with innovative, cost-effective solutions that improve quality and workflow.
Manage multiple concurrent projects, collaborating with project managers to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery.
Stay ahead of industry trends in rendering, animation, and digital storytelling, bringing fresh techniques and inspiration to the team.

Benefits

Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

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