Senior Attraction Designer (3D modeling, 3D animation, compositing)

At Universal Creative we design develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Parks & Resorts worldwide. Our innovative attractions immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.

Our Team Members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of whats possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together were creating a Universe of fun always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Attraction Designer leads the design development and documentation of the ride system and technical show elements primarily utilizing 3D modeling and animation as a design and coordination tool.

Leads the development of virtual attraction models ride and show animation creative and timing animatics scene studies renders plans and sections depicting design and art direction for all ride show and scenic components of a project. Produces designs which creatively integrate the myriad show facility equipment and elements into the overall creative environment. Manages the integration and coordination of show and facility elements in the virtual attraction model. Manages the creation of multiple technical and creative approaches and solutions to meet critical design criteria such as: guest experience theoretical hourly capacity show timing vehicle spacing etc. Utilizes various modeling & drafting techniques 3D modeling/animating & drawing techniques and tools (e.g. 3ds Max Maya Unreal AutoCAD Revit Adobe Creative Suite etc.) to model draw draft and create dimensional scale drawings and models detailing the design intent and the integration of various ride & show elements with each other and the facility. Responsible for designing to project program and budget and for coordinating and integrating with other disciplines.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As directed by the Show Producer Art Director Creative Director or Production Designer conceives develops and iterates ride and show design elements primarily utilizing 3D modeling and animation software in combination with 2D CAD software to communicate the creative intent with sketches renderings animatics sections plans etc.
• Manages and designs the creative and technical development and iteration of ride and show design elements with a focus on overall timing sightlines and scale through various phases of development. Manages and develops the coordinated virtual attraction model which details the various synchronized ride & show elements of an attraction such as ride paths & timing ride vehicles scenery media lighting special effects show action equipment animated figures props and more.
• Manages and develops presentation animatics including the overall creative animatic timing animatic coordination animatic sizzle reels scene studies etc.
• Manages and develops presentation animatics including the overall creative animatic timing animatic coordination animatic sizzle reels scene studies etc.
• Participates in design cost schedule and technical reviews and is responsible for developing creative and feasible solutions to integrate elements into a themed environment.
• Mentors and provides guidance and training to staff related to career goals and technical skills. Motivates staff to accomplish assignment goals. Builds bench strength within the staff by identifying training and development opportunities. Leads staff and communicates job expectations planning coaching. Develops and implements policies procedures and show set design standards.
• Mentors and provides guidance and training to staff related to career goals and technical skills. Motivates staff to accomplish assignment goals. Builds bench strength within the staff by identifying training and development opportunities. Leads staff and communicates job expectations planning coaching. Develops and implements policies procedures and show set design standards.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UDX policy procedures training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior theme park attraction design experience is required.
• Must be a creative innovative organized thinker and problem solver with strong technical and artistic ability with various design techniques/tools such as show set / scenic design and drafting 3D modeling architectural design and/or others.
• Must be proficient in 3D modeling software such as 3ds Max Maya etc. with working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Must have strong communication and collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

EDUCATION:

Bachelors degree in related field preferred. (Architecture Interior Design Fine Arts Design Theater Graphics Computer Animation etc.)

EXPERIENCE:

6 years Design experience for themed entertainment theme parks or related industries; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Your talent skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.