ABOUT THINK TRUE

Think True is a minority-owned marketing agency. We specialize in engaging diverse, culture-driving and historically underrepresented communities. We are focused on community-building through brand initiatives that center inclusive and authentic marketing. Whether we are empowering store athletes in new ways for Nike, appealing to high-net-worth investors of color in the U.S. for UBS, or celebrating HBCU students on campus with Chase; Think True is a solutions-agnostic consultancy that always puts the people and culture first. We think “disruptive” should be “productive,” and we think brands can lead the way.

We keep it real.

We Think True.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Senior 3D Environmental Designers consistently deliver exceptional design work and are able to drive creative innovation within a team setting. They have expanded their understanding of multiple disciplines to offer a more holistic creative perspective in their experiential project work while becoming an expert in 3D environmental design, spatial planning, and working with fabrication partners. Additionally, Senior 3D Designers are comfortable with leading and directing other designers in production-based design tasks and have developed basic design management skills that help both projects and people be successful.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Exhibits excellent technical design skills and seeks to continually expand creative capabilities through growing expertise in tools + software, production design, concepting and strategic thinking.
Uphold and even strengthen departmental design processes to help streamline, create efficiencies, and establish quality control.
Are integrated into projects early, to offer design strategy, set standards, and guide “project management” to create excellent outcomes.
Develop presentation skills by being involved in client presentations and conversations. Articulate design rationale and defend design decisions with confidence.
Demonstrate an understanding of production practices from print production to fabrication, to on-site surveying or installation.
Develop their “basic design management skills” by managing internal team members (Junior Designers, Interns, etc.), integrating them into agency processes, teaching them best practices, and offering ongoing critiques and insights.
Manage other designers and freelancers within projects to delegate work and monitor progress.
Coordinate with freelance or contract creatives, supporting their integration into the team and streamlining design deliverables for client when relevant.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, Environmental Design, Architecture, or similar discipline.

EXPERIENCE

5+ years industry/agency experience, preferably including experiential background.
Strong portfolio of creative work and concepts, including 3D designs for both digital and IRL experiences and events for Fortune 500 brands.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

3D + FAB: Expert skills in Rhino 3D, Cinema 4D, SketchUp or similar 3D modeling software required. Use of rendering engines Redshift, Vray, Enscape, etc. Bonus for experience with Unreal Engine. Knowledge of materials + fabrication processes required.
2D + PRINT: Knowledge of Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, etc) is preferred. Understanding of substrates + print techniques, print file prep, proofs, and print standards is ideal.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
Outstanding presentation skills and the ability to articulate strategic creative solutions to clients.
Ability to translate strategic vision into tangible project deliverables.
Strong work ethic with an ability to thrive in and enjoy a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Ability to multi-task while coordinating multiple projects and resources.
Solid understanding of digital and interactive communications, including social media marketing, content strategy and multi-channel campaign execution.
Experience working on event installations, including onsite support of fabricated environments, interior design/styling/set design, signage installation, site mapping, etc.
Ability to manage other creatives, either as direct reports, freelancers and/or mentees.
Excellent technical skills that include ability to manage docs and collaborate within Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, etc.), Keynote, Google Drive (Slides, Sheets, etc.)
Digital/interactive technologies (AR, VR, Figma, Adobe XD, HTML 5/CSS 3/PHP) a plus.
Willingness to work a hybrid schedule (if in the Los Angeles area) and travel up to 50% of the time. Remote candidates will also be considered.

Compensation Range: $80,000 - $120,000 annually. This is the pay range Think True believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on level of experience, relevant skills, professional certifications, market pay, and demand for the role. Think True reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For the permanent full-time role, Benefits include: medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid basic life and personal accident insurance. Also included: Annual Profit Sharing/Bonus Plan based on the company’s performance and your individual performance, 401(k), Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, PTO, STD/LTD insurance benefits.

Think True is An Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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