Visualization Specialist - Junior

Placed at the heart of Gensler’s People + Process + Technology the Design Technology Community is key to the firm’s digital transformation of our creative and project delivery practices throughout the globe. Our ultimate outcome is to co-create a design technology ecosystem that enables our practitioners to leverage the most advanced methodologies and technological solutions reaching a new level of creativity and delivering the most impactful designs to our clients. So, if you are a disruptive AI specialist with strong visualization experience and that’s ready to change the world with big and impactful ideas, we want you to join our growing and innovative team!

Your Role

As part of our Southeast Design Technology Studio, you will focus on researching, promoting, elevating and strategically implementing our visualization platforms through the use of AI workflows. A critical multifaceted role that provides technical leadership, strategic value and deep tactical expertise to our practitioners and clients around the region.

We are seeking an Architectural Designer with a strong computational skill set, particularly in Rhinoceros 3D and Grasshopper. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience with a deep understanding of data structures, optimization techniques, parametric design, and proficiency with key plug-ins.

This role requires an ability to visualize designs using advanced rendering such as Enscape, Unreal Engine, Blender, or Chaos Vantage, with a portfolio that demonstrates a strong understanding of light and materiality. Proficiency in Revit is essential, along with a solid grasp of interoperability between Revit and Rhino to facilitate seamless design workflows.

Preferred candidates will bring additional skills in emerging technologies and software, such as Stable Diffusion, Adobe Creative Suite, Dynamo, Midjourney, Runway, and After Effects. The ideal designer will excel in rapidly modeling concepts under tight deadlines while approaching projects with creativity, energy, and a passion for innovative architectural design.

At Gensler, we believe visualization is the art of telling our design stories. You will use your soft skills, relationship building and technical expertise to drive with confidence process innovation, optimization and visualization platforms implementation.

What You Will Do

• Work closely with design teams to interpret their designs intent into compelling, high-quality, computer-generated images and experiences
• Modeling/Texturing/Lighting/Cameras/Rendering/Post-Production for architectural and interior design scenes
• Creative problem-solver with the ability to troubleshoot and optimize 3D scenes for production rendering pipeline
• Operate as the lead 3D artist on stills, animation, and real-time projects
• Ability to execute high quality images under tight deadlines without sacrificing artistry or attention to detail
• Collaborate to lead AI Visualization strategy for the region
• Develop and implement a robust and agile AI workflows for visualization
• Drive visualization innovation throughout the region as a competitive advantage
• Development, implementation and support of visualization tools and framework
• Elevate our visualization pipeline through the exploration of new tools and technologies.
• Collaborate with Regional Design Technology Director on requirements and priorities
• Research emerging visualization technologies and define use-cases for implementation on projects
• Represent our firm through speaking engagements, hackathons and industry events

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, computer science or equivalent with 2-5 years of experience in AEC/O space
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of AI visualization workflows
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (2+ years)
• Knowledge of Revit/Rhino/Grasshopper (2+ years)
• Strong foundation of visual storytelling, look development, lighting/camera composition
• Demonstrates ability to consistently meet deadlines, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver a high-quality product
• Works well in a collaborative, team-oriented environment, as well as individually based on the project needs
• Detail-oriented with strong communication and time management skills
• Experience working in Architecture or related industries, with detailed knowledge of project processes, milestones and deliverables
• Entrepreneurial spirit that embraces change and constantly seeks out new opportunities
• Strong computational design experience and knowledge of workflows
• Experience with Unreal Engine or Unity is preferred
• Understanding of how to read/write code for basic scripting functions preferred

*This is not a remote or hybrid position. The successful candidate will be expected to live in or relocate to the Washington DC area upon acceptance. 

**The base salary range is estimated to be between $65,000 - $78,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. Please visit this section of our website to learn more about our approach to compensation:  Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler. 

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities.

As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

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