Senior 3D Designer - Contract position for 3-6 months

Imagination • New York, NY

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a super capable New York based Senior 3D Designer able to work on a variety of industry leading experiential projects covering interior architecture, exhibition and event design. A deep knowledge of current trends and passion for design, combined with inherent understanding of materials and fabrication is required. This is a contract position for 3-6 months. This role is focused on projects mid to late 2026 and requires a combination of time in the office and remote working. Key Responsibilities Spatial & Experience Design: Demonstrate a strong understanding of spatial design principles to create impactful, innovative environments within a variety of environments spanning fixed facility to event design. Possess a good understanding in detailing, materials and fabrication processes. Develop 3D concepts, layouts, and designs that align with creative briefs and brand narratives. Produce high-quality design intent drawings, and technical documentation to communicate ideas effectively. Create quality comprehensive technical drawing packages, using Vectorworks, including plans, elevations and detailing. 3D Modeling, Rendering & Visualization: Create high-quality renders ideally using Cinema 4D. Work with 2D designers and motion specialists to integrate graphic elements into 3D environments Collaboration & Execution: Lead discussions and presentations with clients and internal teams Work closely with UX designers, 2D designers and Strategists to develop holistic creative solutions Delegate to other members of the 3D team as required Liaise with fabricators, engineers, and production specialists to ensure designs are technically feasible and meet production requirements Support the team by preparing internal and client presentations, delivering visually compelling design assets Maintain quality control over multiple projects, ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard Potentially seeing project through to completion onsite. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise At least 5 years of experience in 3D design, interior architecture, exhibition, or environmental design Degree or equivalent qualification in Interior, Architecture or Environmental Design Strong portfolio demonstrating experience in spatial storytelling, brand experiences, and high-quality visualizations Exceptional design aesthetic, strong knowledge of materials, fabrication techniques, and production processes Ability to visualize and communicate ideas quickly Experience working within multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with designers, technologists, and production specialists Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage time effectively Confident presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts clearly Ability to work to tight deadlines and deliver high-quality work under pressure Enthusiastic and open-minded, with a passion for innovation and exploring new technologies Expertise in 3D modelling and rendering software, including Cinema 4D or similar modelling packages Vectorworks experience (for technical drawings) Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop for post-production) Legislation requirements: Candidates must be authorised to work in the United States in order to apply. Benefits What we can offer you: Work with a state-of-the-art product and deliver it to exciting and innovative brands A fun, engaging work culture Be part of a mission-driven team that values agility, integrity, and excellence Opportunity to contribute to large-scale, high-impact projects from day one Hybrid work model, where our team comes into the office a minimum of 3 days per week

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in 3D design, interior architecture, exhibition, or environmental design
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Interior, Architecture or Environmental Design
• Strong portfolio demonstrating experience in spatial storytelling, brand experiences, and high-quality visualizations
• Exceptional design aesthetic, strong knowledge of materials, fabrication techniques, and production processes
• Ability to visualize and communicate ideas quickly
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with designers, technologists, and production specialists
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage time effectively
• Confident presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts clearly
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and deliver high-quality work under pressure
• Enthusiastic and open-minded, with a passion for innovation and exploring new technologies
• Expertise in 3D modelling and rendering software, including Cinema 4D or similar modelling packages
• Vectorworks experience (for technical drawings)
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop for post-production)
• Candidates must be authorised to work in the United States in order to apply.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of spatial design principles to create impactful, innovative environments within a variety of environments spanning fixed facility to event design.
• Possess a good understanding in detailing, materials and fabrication processes.
• Develop 3D concepts, layouts, and designs that align with creative briefs and brand narratives.
• Produce high-quality design intent drawings, and technical documentation to communicate ideas effectively.
• Create quality comprehensive technical drawing packages, using Vectorworks, including plans, elevations and detailing.
• Create high-quality renders ideally using Cinema 4D.
• Work with 2D designers and motion specialists to integrate graphic elements into 3D environments
• Lead discussions and presentations with clients and internal teams
• Work closely with UX designers, 2D designers and Strategists to develop holistic creative solutions
• Delegate to other members of the 3D team as required
• Liaise with fabricators, engineers, and production specialists to ensure designs are technically feasible and meet production requirements
• Support the team by preparing internal and client presentations, delivering visually compelling design assets
• Maintain quality control over multiple projects, ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard
• Potentially seeing project through to completion onsite.

Benefits

• Work with a state-of-the-art product and deliver it to exciting and innovative brands
• A fun, engaging work culture
• Be part of a mission-driven team that values agility, integrity, and excellence
• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale, high-impact projects from day one
• Hybrid work model, where our team comes into the office a minimum of 3 days per week

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level