WHAT AWAITS YOU.- Leads with photoreal, cinematic, and immersive media to communicate BMW's design vision, embodying the idea that the best way to predict the future is to create it.
- Role spans visualization and storytelling tech (VR, AR, interactive visualization, media) and involves collaboration with in-house talent, BMW ED, and external industry experts across all programs (BMW and 3rd party, ID, UI, motion graphics) and DW global studios.
- Uses effective communication tools including sketches, storyboards, animatics, and previz; strong skills in shaders, lighting, and environment creation.
- Clear cross-disciplinary collaboration across design workflow (designers, modelers, strategists, creative directors, directors) and alignment with design processes while handling multiple projects.
- Manages visualization workflows, co-creating narratives/storyboards with Creative Director and Designer, and growing a universal asset/resource library.
- Exploring of new visualization tech (interactivity, VR/AR) and continuous learning of new tools; potential growth into art direction and attendance at CGI/visualization conferences to bring back learnings to DW.
- Closing work with CMF to capture design intent for the digital CMF library; balance technical expertise with creativity to produce final media deliverables (still, animated, and real-time rendering) and strive for hero-level shots.
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.- Bachelor's degree.
- 3-5 years of experience in visualization.
- Good communicator and collaborator, multi-tasker, problem solver, with perseverance and a desire to learn and grow as an expert in the design visualization field.
- In depth knowledge of Unreal Engine, Blender, AI integration in 3D Workflows.
- Knowledge of VRED and other industry standard rendering and compositing software like Houdini, Cinema 4D, Touch Designer or other.
- Aptitude for learning new tools, software and technology.
WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO.- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with Company match and Retirement Income Account
- Employee vehicle program
- Bonus eligibility
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous PTO and Company paid holidays
- Voluntary Benefits to fit your needs
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
This is a hybrid role that requires regular attendance in the office.
The expected salary range for this position is $104,519.00 - $135,260.00.
The selected candidate's education, skills, experience, and location will be used to determine the final salary offer. All pay ranges are based on a full-time work schedule. This statement is in accordance with state and local pay disclosure requirements.
