Lead 3D Animator Media Specialist

Lead 3D Animator Media Specialist

Job Category: Communications

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Selected candidates for hire must be willing to work onsite in Norfolk, Virginia. This is not a remote position. Must be able to obtain Secret-level clearance from the DoD.

What You'll Get to Do :

Responsible for managing a team of experienced professionals designing, developing, and creating innovative 3D media elements for the training developed under the Sailor 2025 Ready Relevant Learning effort for the Fire Controlman Aegis (FCA). Tasks will include reviewing the development of 2D/3D images for complex objects. Must have experience using Adobe Creative Suite tools and Autodesk 3D Max. Responsible for tracking assignments, coordinating photoshoots, supporting customer design meetings, as well as conceptualization of media content.

More About the Role:

• Review Government Furnished Information.

• Review all training content and provide input to Instructional Designers.

• Lead design meetings with SMEs and 3D Animators.

• Review 3D still images and complex animations for use in Unity.

• Collaborate with other designers to ensure a consistent user experience.

You'll Bring These Qualifications :

• BS/BA degree and 7 or more years' experience.

• Prior experience leading a design team developing complex media.

• Experience interacting with management and customer organizations at all levels.

• Expertise with Autodesk 3D Max and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Substance Painter, Premiere, After Effects, and Media Encoder).

Strong knowledge of concepts and tools including:

• 3D Animation - 3D modeling, sculpting, animation, texturing, lighting, rendering.

• Motion Graphics - 2D/3D animated microlearning videos or assets. Building animated content from scratch.

• Graphic Design - Image manipulation, illustration, page layout, typography.

• Video and Audio editing/production: cutting, splicing, and compositing.

These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:

• Prior experience working on Sailor 2025 RRL Projects.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and solid analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as in team environments.

• Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Secret-level security clearance. (US Citizenship is required in order to obtain a security clearance from the DoD).

What We Can Offer You:

• We've been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation's highest priorities.

• For over 60 years, the principles of CACI's unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

Company Overview:

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (~~~)

The proposed salary range for this position is

$56,000-$117,500