(Junior ) Visualization Specialist (m/f/d)

at the Kia Europe Design Center in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Your Mission:

The Visualization Specialist is responsible for crafting immersive digital experiences that bring Kia’s design concepts to life in Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR). This role combines technical execution with artistic vision, supporting internal design reviews, global collaboration sessions, and the creation of high-end visuals for internal and external presentations. The Visualization Specialist plays a critical role in evolving real-time design workflows and integrating emerging technologies.

About us:

At Kia Design, we're not just a team – we're a community of visionary thinkers, creative doers, and passionate designers who thrive on pushing the boundaries of innovation.

If you revel in the art of envisioning the future and have a keen eye for aesthetics that resonate with the times to come, then you belong with us. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where you can unleash your imagination, experiment fearlessly, and craft designs that not only stand the test of time but set new standards.

Your Responsibilities:

Virtual Design Review & Execution

Create and execute immersive design reviews in VR/AR environments using real-time 3D tools like VRED or UNREAL.
Set up and manage daily design review sessions on VR/AR platforms, including multi-site collaboration with overseas studios.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date digital content for visualization platforms such as LED Walls.

Creative Visual Content Production

Produce high-quality artwork renderings and animations for internal decision-making and external events (e.g., press kits, shows).
Showcase automotive design intent with photo-realistic quality and dramatic visual storytelling.

Technology Integration & Development

Evaluate and implement new software and hardware tools into the real-time visualization workflow.
Collaborate with IT and R&D teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance across platforms.
Stay at the forefront of industry trends in AR, digital twins, and interactive design presentation methods.

Key Qualifications:

University Degree in Computer Graphics, Transportation Design, Visualization, or a related field.
Minimum of 3+ years of work experience in CG and/or automotive industry.
Proficient in both written and spoken English, displaying excellent communication skills and responsiveness.
Artistic talent and ability with solid design sense, an eye for proportion, lighting, and dramatic effect.
Showcasing automotive designs with photorealistic digital renderings and compelling visualization.
Processing 3D data, creating digital assets and supporting VR/ AR design reviews.
Expert knowledge of VRED/ UNREAL and Offline renders in MAX/ MAYA.
Knowledge of Alias/ Substance and AI workflows is a plus.
Passion for new technologies and the latest presentation techniques.
Excellent communicator, team player, resourceful, organized and mindful of time management.

If you’re interested to become part of our Kia Design Team, please apply via our online portal. We are looking forward to getting to know you!

Please keep in mind that we will store the data for the next six months to comply with the GDPR laws.

(Junior) Visualization Specialist (m/f/d)