Job Description

Your future position: Motion Graphics Designer

Location: Crystal Lake, Chicago, Naperville, or Bannockburn, IL

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact:

Baxter & Woodman has a unique rewarding opportunity for a Motion Graphics Designer who specializes in 3D and 2D animation. This role will primarily support the Creative Services Department in delivering a diverse range of creative projects for multiple engineering teams within the firm. The ideal candidate is a skilled, self-motivated, and creative visual designer who is eager to contribute to business growth and create meaningful contributions to projects that impact the firm, communities and clients it serves.

What your day-to-day will look like, what you will learn on the job:

• Develop high-quality 3D models, scenes and animation based on engineering CAD designs with a strong sense of detail and accuracy.
• Edit, composite, and enhance video content by integrating sound design, motion graphics, text, and visual effects to craft engaging, story-driven media.
• Support the creative services team in creating high-quality content from conception to delivery working both collaboratively and independently depending on project scope and needs, across a range of media.
• Collaborate closely with other departments and attend planning meetings to understand the project intent and provide creative input.
• Work within a growth-based culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of results while prioritizing team and client relationships.

Education Requirement:

• Associates degree in 3D Animation, Digital Media, or related program preferred.

Must-haves, what you will bring:

• 3+ Years professional experience and strong proficiency with Adobe After Effects, Autodesk 3D Max, or 3D Blender.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Ability to balance workload, budgets and production deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area (own transportation).
• Must be team oriented and self-sufficient with project demands.
• Demonstrated strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Unreal Engine or AR/VR workflows.

• Photography and cinematography.

• Familiarity with animation scripting or automation tools.

Compensation: The pay range for this role is $57,000 - $70,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer

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