Job Information
J.S. Held LLC Forensic Animator (Onsite Position) in Denver, Colorado
The Company
Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?
J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.
The Team and Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Forensic Animator t to join our Accident Reconstruction team. This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, highly driven person with a well-rounded skill set to join a growing Accident Reconstruction team. The ideal person for this role will need to not only have a strong grasp of accident reconstruction but also be flexible and a strategic thinker able to take on a variety of tasks.
Job Responsibilities
The right candidate will be joining a diverse and talented team. Job responsibilities may include, in field data collection, 3D scan processing, 3D model creation, video tracking, video analysis, photogrammetry, scene diagram creation, graphics and 3D animation production, and others. Our work entails not only data collection, processing, and analysis, but also clearly communicating our findings to other experts, attorneys, and the court.
Required Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years of professional work experience
Ability to demonstrate a college level knowledge of mathematics and physics
Expertise in AutoCAD/3DS Max (or similar software), with proficiency in modeling and animation
Experience in compositing/ post-production (Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, Nuke, Houdini or similar)
An online portfolio with 3D/ video work examples
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
General computer skills (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
A desire to learn, excel and grow with us and within the profession
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in photogrammetry, lighting, surveying, and video analysis
Experience in motion capture, virtual reality, and video tracking
Experience with Biped animation (MotionBuilder or similar)
A willingness to travel
An interest in testifying, or previous testimony experience
Physical and Mental Job Qualifications
Ability to travel as needed, depending on project assignments
Ability to maneuver in and around an accident site
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to drive to site locations
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required by the work site
Some of the Benefits We Have Include
J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.
Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
Flexible Time Off policy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k Match
Commuter Benefit
A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $55,000- $80,000. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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EEO and Job Accommodations
We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!
J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.
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Employment Type
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