HARMAN’s engineers and designers are creative, purposeful and agile. As part of this team, you’ll combine your technical expertise with innovative ideas to help drive cutting-edge solutions in the car, enterprise and connected ecosystem. Every day, you will push the boundaries of creative design, and HARMAN is committed to providing you with the opportunities, innovative technologies and resources to build a successful career.
A Career at HARMAN
As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do everyday.
About the role
Are you a creative genius with a passion for design and motion? We're searching for an exceptional Principal Motion Designer to lead a talented team of Motion Designers. At Harman Automotive, you'll be the driving force behind our innovative projects for renowned brands like Harman Kardon, Bang & Olufsen, JBL, and more.
As a Principal Motion Designer, you won't just design; you'll shape experiences, inspire collaboration, and push the boundaries of motion artistry. Imagine working hand-in-hand with Industrial and UX/UI designers to craft digital marvels and define the visual identity of Harman Automotive's products and brands.
Ready to breathe life into your creative vision? Join us at Harman Automotive, where your talent will leave a lasting mark on the automotive design landscape. Your creative spark and motion design wizardry will drive innovation and excellence in our projects.
What You Will Do
- Lead a team of Motion Designers, fostering their growth and ensuring project success
- Strategically drive motion design efforts, collaborating closely with project leads and cross-functional teams
- Work hand-in-hand with Industrial and UX/UI designers on developing digital products
- Shape the visual identity and direction of Harman Automotive products and prestigious brands
- Collaborate with design teams to incorporate art direction and deliver intuitive user experiences
- Apply your extensive knowledge of motion design principles to guide and enhance the design process
- Utilize cutting-edge tools to transform concepts into visually stunning experiences
- Develop and maintain a cohesive design language that aligns with brand aesthetics
- Craft engaging and dynamic motion design assets for a wide range of projects
- Oversee the creation of captivating visual narratives and storytelling through motion design
- Continuously research emerging trends in motion design to keep our work at the forefront of innovation
What You Need
- A strong background in motion design with a proven track record of leadership
- Extensive experience working with tools like Blender 3D and other motion design software
- Profound knowledge of motion design principles and the ability to apply them effectively
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills, both with team members and project stakeholders
- A strategic mindset to shape the visual identity of projects and brands
- A passion for design and the ability to stay updated with industry trends and innovations
- High standards for visual aesthetics
- Ability to elevate your team’s work by inspiring and giving art direction support when needed
- Maintaining the art coherent throughout various projects and clients
What is Nice to Have
- Previous experience in the automotive industry, understanding its unique design challenges
- Familiarity with other design and animation software
- Proficiency in additional languages for effective cross-cultural collaboration
- A portfolio showcasing your expertise in motion design and its application in diverse projects
- Experience working with prestigious brands and an understanding of their design requirements
- A creative mindset and a passion for pushing the boundaries of motion design
- Experience in working with composers/sound designers
What We Offer
- HARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities, professional training and competitive market base compensation
- You will also receive top-notch employee discounts on Harman’s Consumer Audio (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon) and Samsung products
- Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global friendly working atmosphere and good work-life-balan