Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our St. Paul, MN location in the PA Public Affairs division.   

The Art Director of 3D Visualization + Motion is an animator, 3D visualization and post-production expert who brings visuals and narratives to life in an array of motion-based deliverables and develops our brand within the space. With strong proficiencies in 2D + 3D animation and video/audio editing software, this individual can move fluidly between tool sets to create ideas and concepts that successfully convey the creative message or meaning. This individual can also tackle complex technical challenges and develop looks, assets, and best practices for other motion designers and 3D artists to implement.

To accomplish this task, the Art Director of 3D Visualization + Motion functions organizationally within Creative Network (reporting to Creative Director or Associate Creative Director) while operating within project-based teams alongside Designers, Art Directors and Creative Directors. These teams will craft creative ideas into compelling, customer-centric stories that deliver on Abbott’s purpose and promise.

In addition to high-level execution, the Art Director of 3D Visualization + Motion is responsible for being an effective creative leader. They are an invaluable resource, able to contribute ideas and visuals that are creative, surprising and on-brand with minimal internal course-correction. They provide guidance and support to other members of the 3D motion team. They support project management with experience cost estimating and production pipeline management. They nimbly support projects from concepting and pitching to development and delivery. They are a strategic thinker, developing and executing creative solutions to meet the needs of Abbott’s marketing and brand teams.

What You’ll Work On

• Edit raw footage. Lead enterprise motion graphics projects — technically and creatively.
• Create, develop and execute compelling and innovative videos for multiple forms of multimedia.
• Develop brand look and feel for Abbott’s 3D creative visuals.
• Develop best practices to produce 3D renderings of Abbott products.
• Create 3D visuals of Abbott products and related concepts, as well as produce photography and videography with these 3D renders.
• Develop technical solutions to complex 3D animation and pipeline challenges.
• Create accurate and or stylized 3D animations of medical procedures or concepts.
• Create concepts for 3D graphics and illustrations.
• Research and develop new technologies and methodologies to keep Abbott’s 3D work fresh and current.
• Manage multiple projects in the most effective and efficient manner possible.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Remain informed of industry standards within motion design and software.
• Experience generating creative, innovative ideas in a short time frame.
• Lead the 3D visualization & motion team and oversee project developments, from initial concepts to delivery.
• Train and mentor 3D Artists & Motion Designers. Provide motion graphic expertise, training and best practice guidance.
• Provide innovative insights and guidance to the 3D motion team members to ensure deliveries surpass expectations.
• Provide production estimates based on project scope.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Motion Design, Graphic Design, OR equivalent experience
• Minimum 7 years of related experience
• Excellent creativity, problem solving and technical expertise
• Excellent written and oral communication skill with particular attention to detail
• Proficient using Adobe Creative Suite, Office 365 applications and project management systems
• Proficient using 3D animation software, including Cinema40

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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