Position Summary: MLB Network seeks a Freelance 3D Artist with strong knowledge and experience in 3D animation and design. The 3D Artist will help to develop and create on-air content that reinforces ambitious creative/branding goals as established by the Mgr., Creative Design.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Mgr., Creative Design and the team to produce styleframes and designs for project pitches.
• Develop and execute on-air graphics packages/elements for MLBN and NHLN shows/properties.
• Investigate new creative tools, workflows, and efficiences within the department.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team to reach creative goals.
• Other such duties as required.

It is expected that the 3D Artist will maintain and increase knowledge in the discipline as well as the business on an ongoing basis.

Skills & Experience: The ideal candidate must have most if not all of the following skills and experiences:

• Strong understanding of the 3D pipeline and the flexibility to be able to play different roles depending on the project
• Advanced knowledge of Cinema 4D
• Knowledge of Maya is a plus
• Experience using Redshift and/or VRay render engines is a plus
• Experience creating styleframes and/or storyboards for animation concepts and pitches.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Experience/knowledge with the use/operation of render farms.
• A minimum of 2 years of animation experience or related business experience is required
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to do self-directed learning
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Be extremely organized, demonstrate initiative and an ability to complete multiple assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to follow feedback and insruction from supervisors
• Individual must work well in a dynamic environment and be able to recommend and implement process improvements, work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Baseball and/or hockey knowledge is a plus
• Proficient in current Apple OS and PC platforms.
• Demonstrate the tact, diplomacy, decisiveness, and superior people skills required in the pressurized environment of live television.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Possess visual acuity sufficient to perform required tasks.
• Possess manual dexterity sufficient to perform required tasks.
• Possess a level of hearing sufficient for effective interaction with stakeholders by various mean, including in-person, via phone, etc.
• MLBN provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
• MLBN complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.