171259 Senior Visualizer - Limited Term Assignment Published: 15.05.2026 Santa Monica, CA New S[...]

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. This role is a limited term assignment targeted to end by September 2026, with possibility of extension through end of 2026. 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.

Lead creation of photorealistic, cinematic, and immersive media to communicate BMW’s design vision and enhance visual storytelling for internal and third-party projects. Develop and set visualization standards while collaborating with in-house teams, global studios, and external experts across virtual reality, augmented reality, interactive visualization, and media technologies. Manage visualization workflow, schedules, and deliverables, coordinating closely with Creative Directors and designers to co-create narratives, storyboards, and art direction. Provide guidance and training to designers on visualization techniques, maintaining a universal asset library and supporting IT infrastructure for rendering and visualization technology. Continuously explore and experiment with new visualization tools, storytelling elements, and technologies, including CGI, real-time rendering, and motion graphics. Represent DW at industry conferences to gain insights, share knowledge, and drive innovation in visualization practices. Collaborate with the CMF team to capture design intent, support digital libraries, and balance technical expertise with creative art direction for final media productions.

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.

5-7 years’ experience in visualization. Good communicator and collaborator, multi-tasker, problem solver, with perseverance and a desire to learn and grow an expert in the design visualization field. In depth knowledge of VRED and other industry standard modeling, rendering and compositing software. 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 Generous PTO and Company paid holidays Voluntary Benefits to fit your needs Relocation 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 $117,441.00 - $151,982.00. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr BMW Group