General Motors

Creative Designer

General Motors$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years of professional experience in automotive exterior design or advanced studio environments
  • Strong portfolio exhibiting exterior sketching and form development expertise
  • Proven ability to work independently with moderate supervision
  • Strong understanding of design development processes and cross-functional integration
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated capability to translate 2D concepts into scaled 3D models

Responsibilities

  • Develop advanced exterior design concepts from ideation to proposal stages
  • Create high-quality sketches, renderings, and digital assets for design communication
  • Interpret creative direction into various design themes and proposals
  • Work within architectural constraints to influence vehicle platforms
  • Identify and resolve design challenges related to feasibility and proportion
  • Collaborate across teams such as interior design, sculpting, and engineering
  • Translate 2D sketches into 3D models for studio presentations

Benefits

  • Relocation benefits may be eligible for this position
  • Collaborative studio environment that fosters innovation
  • Opportunities to work on forward-looking vehicle concepts
  • Access to advanced design and architectural tools for creative development
  • Exposure to cross-functional teams within GM
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Role

General Motors is seeking a creative Exterior Designer to join the Advanced Design / Architectural Framing Studio. This role focuses on shaping forward-looking vehicle concepts and exterior proposals that express brand vision, innovation, and future architectural direction. The designer will operate with a high degree of independence, applying sound judgment to complex design challenges while contributing to a collaborative studio environment. This position plays a key role in translating creative direction into compelling, production-influencing design proposals. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in exterior form, proportion, and storytelling, along with the ability to communicate design intent through both 2D and 3D mediums.

What You'll Do
  • Develop advanced exterior design concepts from early ideation through refined proposal stages
  • Create high-quality sketches, renderings, and digital assets that communicate proportion, stance, and surface development
  • Interpret creative direction and translate it into multiple design themes and proposals
  • Work within architectural constraints while influencing future vehicle platforms and design possibilities
  • Identify and resolve design challenges related to package, feasibility, proportion, and brand alignment
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with interior design, sculpting, visualization, engineering, and brand teams
  • Translate 2D sketches into 3D models at both scale and full size and present work in studio reviews


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years of professional experience in automotive exterior design, concept design, or advanced studio environments
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating exterior sketching, ideation, and form development expertise
  • Proven ability to work independently on assigned design work with moderate supervision
  • Strong understanding of design development processes and cross-functional integration
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to translate 2D concepts into 3D models at scale and full size


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Experience working in an advanced or concept design studio
  • Strong digital design and visualization skills using relevant industry tools
  • Ability to balance bold creative thinking with technical and program constraints
  • Awareness of emerging mobility, design, and customer trends shaping future vehicle concepts


GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

General Motors Careers

Join the dynamic team at General Motors, a global leader in automotive innovation and technology. At General Motors, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that propel your career forward while contributing to a legacy of engineering excellence.

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Embark on a career with General Motors to drive the future of mobility. Our team is dedicated to redefining the automotive landscape through innovation and leadership in electric vehicles and sustainable solutions. By joining us, you will be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, and continuous professional growth.

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As part of our global workforce, you will collaborate with talented individuals who are passionate about shaping the future of transportation. General Motors offers a variety of career paths in engineering, design, IT, marketing, and more. With over 155,000 employees worldwide, our network provides expansive opportunities for networking and professional development.

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Start your career journey with a General Motors internship, where you can apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects. Our internships provide a robust foundation in the automotive industry, with mentorship from experienced leaders. Full-time employees enjoy a wealth of benefits, including comprehensive health care, retirement plans, and performance bonuses, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded.

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Learn more about General Motors
Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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