SPREAD ENTHUSIASM. SHAPE THE FUTURE.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

Knowing the destination isn't enough: you need to know how to get there. Build up your own networks, exploit new ideas, consistently take the initiative. Inspire other people with your enthusiasm. That's the only way to give ideas the power that allows them to become true innovations.

Designworks is the design innovation studio of BMW Group. For 25 years, we have been stimulating our parent company, as well as a select group of companies with ambitious visions for the future. We inspire and challenge the companies we work with to be at the forefront of their industries - in design, technology and innovation. We are the architects of future – designing systems that impact and improve the world we live. If you share our vision and view yourself as an independent, creative thinker, we invite you to join our team in this exceptional role located in Santa Monica, CA.

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.

Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of BMW of North America makes it the ultimate working environment. These values are Responsibility, Appreciation, Transparency, Trust, and Openness. We allow these values to guide the way we conduct ourselves and our business.

BMW complies with all applicable U.S. immigration laws and regulations. The Company does not provide employer support or sponsorship for any immigration related employment benefit for this role.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis without the need for employer support or sponsorship now or in the future. This includes having the legal right to work in the United States without the need for BMW support or sponsorship for any immigration related employment authorization (e.g., H 1B, O 1, E 3, H 1B1, TN, F 1 OPT, F 1 STEM OPT, F 1 CPT, etc.) now or in the future.

If you will require BMW to provide immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future, you should not apply for this position.

BMW in the United States is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW Group in the United States to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.