3D Designer, Experiential

Elevate is a full-service consulting firm that inspires high-performing organizations to find their limits and push past them. With expertise in brand consulting, sales strategy, data-driven insights, and talent optimization, Elevate gives its clients a competitive edge in the fight for people’s precious time and attention. Established in 2018, Elevate set out to help sports teams and leagues spark innovation and drive performance. Today, the firm supports some of the world’s most ambitious businesses across sports, media, entertainment, and consumer brands. Elevate’s proprietary technology, data sources, and software products—combined with thoughtful insights and a people-centric approach—give clients a 360-degree view of their customers, underpinning intelligent decision-making on marketing spend, growth strategy, and more. The team spans 700+ employees across 20 global locations.

About Elevate Creative

Elevate Creative is the creative arm of Elevate—a best-in-class sports and entertainment firm that partners with the world’s most recognizable teams, brands, and properties. We work together to forge unforgettable moments of connection, uniting storytelling and emotive design to create dynamic experiences and spaces that amplify brands and drive revenue.

What We Believe

We believe that boundless creativity, rooted in core truths and lived experience, creates transformative experiences for fans, translates a brand to three dimensions, and brings a space to life. While most people look at something head-on, we tilt our heads to change perspective. We love building things—brands, experiences, stories, relationships, and moments that demand to be re-lived. We believe that creativity never stops.

Responsibilities

• 3D Visualization & Rendering
  • Create high-quality 3D models and photorealistic renderings of experiential environments
  • Translate sketches, CAD drawings, and concepts into compelling visualizations
  • Produce still renders, walkthroughs, and visual storytelling assets
• Spatial Design Support
  • Model environments including architecture, interiors, signage, and scenic elements
  • Consider scale, lighting, materials, and user experience in all visualizations
  • Support design teams in iterating concepts quickly through 3D
• 3D Concept Development
  • Collaborate with designers and creative leads to explore ideas in 3D early in the process
  • Contribute to design ideation through rapid prototyping and visualization
• Production Awareness
  • Incorporate real-world constraints (materials, fabrication, installation) into models
  • Prepare files and assets for downstream production and documentation
• Collaboration
  • Work closely with experiential designers, architects, and production teams
  • Support client presentations with high-quality visuals and animations

Requirements

• Experience
  • 2–5 years in 3D design, experiential design, environmental design, or related field
  • Portfolio demonstrating spatial environments, not just objects or products
• Technical Skills
  • Expert in 3D modeling tools (SketchUp, Rhino, Blender, 3ds Max, or similar)
  • Rendering proficiency (V-Ray, Enscape, Lumion, Twinmotion, or Unreal)
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
  • Understanding of lighting, materials, and composition
• Spatial & Design Thinking
  • Understanding of architecture, interiors, or environmental design principles
  • Ability to visualize how people move through and experience space
  • Strong attention to detail and visual storytelling

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Unreal Engine / real-time environments
• Motion/animation for walkthroughs
• Familiarity with fabrication workflows or scenic production
• Experience in sports, entertainment, or branded environments

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Graphic Design, Architecture, Environmental Design, Interior Design, Industrial Design, or related field.

Workplace

Location: Nashville, TN
Travel: As needed (~20–30%)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance + FSA, HSA, and more
• 401k Employer Match after meeting eligibility requirements
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid Parental Leave