3D Animation and Architectural Visualization

Position : 3D Generalist – Architectural Walkthroughs

Location : STRIDE Design Studio, Bangalore, HCL Technologies

About the position :

We are a design studio inside an IT services organization. Sounds odd, may be, but then that’s our uniqueness. We call it STRIDE design studio, and we are a full-fledged design studio inside the Engineering and Research organization of HCL Technologies. We are an external focused, design consultancy studio, where we work with clients across the globe in domains such as automotive, medical devices, consumer and kitchen appliances, telecom, industrial products and systems etc. We are a business differentiator in the services business and hold an industry leading position within the services industry, both among Indian as well as global competition.

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic highly skilled, competitive, self-confident design specialist to be part of our team while we explore new opportunities in Automotive Sector.

Job Name : 3D Visualization Generalist – Architectural Walkthroughs

Job Summary : We are seeking a talented 3D Generalist with strong expertise in creating high-

quality architectural walkthroughs, flythroughs, and visualizations for large-scale projects. The ideal candidate should be proficient in using industry-standard visualization software such as Lumion 3D, D5 Render, Twin motion, Unreal Engine, and 3ds Max, with a deep understanding of modeling, lighting, texturing, and rendering workflows.

Education : Required : Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Architecture, Animation, Design, or related field.

Experience : Minimum of 5-8 years of professional experience as a 3D Generalist

Proven experience in producing architectural walkthroughs or visualizations for real estate, infrastructure, or industrial projects.

Key Responsibilities :

Create high-quality 3D architectural visualizations, including walkthroughs, flythroughs, and still renders for large-scale residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Collaborate with design and project teams to understand architectural concepts, plans, and layouts.

Import, optimize, and prepare 3D models from CAD, Revit, Navisworks or SketchUp files for visualization.

Apply realistic materials, textures, lighting, and environmental effects to create photorealistic outputs.

Work with Lumion 3D, D5 Render, 3Ds Max, plugins and other tools to produce immersive and visually engaging walkthroughs.

Integrate animation sequences, camera movements, and transitions for smooth narrative flow.

Ensure output consistency and accuracy with respect to architectural and client specifications.

Optimize project files for performance and rendering efficiency.

Stay updated with the latest visualization trends, plug-ins, and rendering techniques to enhance quality and workflow efficiency.

Requirements & Skills :

Proficiency in :

3ds Max / SketchUp / Revit (for modeling)

Lumion 3D, D5 Render, Twin motion, Unreal Engine, Vray (for rendering and walkthrough creation)

Photoshop / After Effects / Premiere Pro (for post-production and compositing)

Strong understanding of composition, color, lighting, and camera animation.

Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality output.

Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

A degree in relevant design discipline from a top design school

Proven experience in producing architectural walkthroughs or visualizations for real estate, infrastructure, or industrial projects.

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Strong portfolio showcasing 3D visualizations, Rendering (Interior / Exterior).

Knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 for real-time visualization.

Experience in VR / AR-based architectural experiences.

Design thinking, adoption of best practices in design

Disciplined with time, possess the capability to set priorities and be accountable

Driven to take on large responsibilities and deliver quality work independently

Deal effectively with the dynamics of a collaborative work culture