Architecture - Visualization Specialist

Description

• Develop immersive VR/AR experiences utilizing game engine technology and real-time rendering software, enhancing client engagement and design exploration.
• On a day-to-day basis, works with designers advancing their visualizations capabilities in rendering and post-production platforms.
• Provide architectural storytelling through cinematography and advanced animation techniques to immerse viewers in compelling narratives that enhance clear communication and build strong emotional connection.
• Translate sketches, design/schematic drawing sets and CAD-based construction documents into detailed 3D models.
• Works closely with HOK Visualizations team to exchange ideas and techniques with fellow artists and advance the standards for compelling visuals.
• Leads VR/AR interactive presentations for clients and stakeholders, explaining design concepts and creating cinematic walkthroughs.
• Create high-end photorealistic and stylized imagery to communicate design intent with clarity and artistic storytelling that evokes mood, atmosphere and purpose.
• Utilizes generative AI technologies to enhance high-end visualization pipelines, participates in development of custom workflows for efficiency and creativity.
• Ensures adherence to the agreed production timeline for requested visual deliverables.
• Explores cutting-edge visualization technologies and innovative techniques to push artistic and technical boundaries.
• Apply advanced material, shader, and lighting techniques to achieve high quality, photorealistic or stylized results.
• Assists in archiving projects in a systematic and accessible manner.

Requirements

• Rhino and Grasshopper
• Scriptwriting and storyboarding.
• Ability to stay focused and confident under tight deadlines and varying workloads, while prioritizing tasks and managing conflicting demands effectively.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work efficiently both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to personal development.
• Postproduction and editing of images and video in Adobe Creative Suite, or equivalent.
• Proficiency of the following software is preferred:
• Familiarity with open standards (e.g. Universal Scene Description (USD), MaterialX and OpenPBR).
• A strong creative sense, technical skill, and a passion for visual communication.
• 3D modeling, UV mapping and texturing in 3ds Max, Blender, Adobe Substance 3D, or equivalent.
• Experience with VR/AR production.
• In depth knowledge of the following software is required:
• Real-time ray tracing and GPU based rendering in V-ray, Vantage, Envision, or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge of visual communication principles including narrative storytelling, look development, photographic techniques, principles of animation and in-depth understanding of composition, lighting and camera work required.
• Unreal Engine 5 and Twinmotion
• Familiarity with AI tools and platforms, with hands-on experience using generative AI systems such as ComfyUI. Midjourney.
• Experience with motion capture and procedural animation.
• Knowledge of scripting and coding.
• A keen interest in physical model making is a plus, along with the ability to train and support the design staff in using the model shop.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance