Graphic Designer and Animator
KDC LLC Chicago, Illinois, United States · $65K–$75K/yr
Law Practice · 501-1,000 employees
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About the role
Create 3D reconstructions and animations of vehicle wrecks and medical procedures to support litigation and mediation. Collaborate with attorneys and experts to interpret technical data and ensure visual accuracy in all deliverables.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires proficiency in 3D animation software like Blender and familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud tools. Candidates must possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to translate complex technical data into clear, logical visual narratives.
Benefits
Full description
Position Summary: CRASH Productions is a fast-paced and forward-thinking in-house media team for Witherite Law Group that leverages the latest technology to support our attorneys and their clients. We specialize in creating compelling courtroom visuals including graphics, 3D reconstructions of vehicle wrecks, and detailed surgical animations, to support litigation and mediation. We are seeking a detail-oriented, resourceful graphic designer and animator to assist in creating visually accurate and persuasive deliverables. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for storytelling through design and a strong ability to interpret incomplete or technical data to build realistic, informative scenes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create 3D reconstructions of car wrecks and medical procedures using software like Blender, Virtual Crash 6, or similar.
- Interpret police reports, medical records, diagrams, depositions, witness statements, and expert notes to accurately visualize events.
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and experts to ensure accuracy and clarity in animations.
- Use Adobe Creative Cloud to enhance visual outputs when needed.
- Organize and compile information from multiple sources to form a clear, logical narrative.
- Incorporate feedback quickly and refine animations in a timely and professional manner.
- Work independently while communicating progress and challenges proactively.
Ideal Candidate Qualities:
- Proficiency in Blender or comparable 3D animation software.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud (especially After Effects, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro).
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills and the ability to draw logical conclusions from limited or complex data.
- Acute attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work efficiently under deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Open to constructive critique and motivated to refine work based on attorney and client feedback.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background or coursework in animation and visual effects.
- Experience with simulation software or physics engines is a plus.
- Experience with Unity is a plus.
- Familiarity with both iOS and Windows environments.
Key Performance Indicators:
- Deliver projects within established turnaround timelines.
- Meet individual monthly production goals aligned with team targets.
Physical Requirements:
- Office environment with normal business hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions.
- Stationary Position – Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time.
- Move or Traverse – This position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, meeting rooms, office machinery, etc. May occasionally ascends/descends the stairs to get to other floors, cafeteria and parking area.
- Dexterity – constantly operates a computer and other office machinery such as a copy machine/printer.
- Move, Transport, Position, Put, Install, Remove - Occasionally moves supplies weighing up to 10 pounds for various presentation and event needs.
- Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information - The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.Mustbe able to exchangeaccurateinformation in these situations.
- Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess - The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Benefits and Perks:
- Medical, dental, vision
- Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Company Paid STD (with no waiting period)
- OptiontopurchaseadditionalLife and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary LTD, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
- 401(k) with company contributions
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
Disclaimer: Please note that this job description is subject to change with or without prior notice, and that reasonable accommodation may be requested to perform the essential functions of the job.
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