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Creative Designer

General Motors

Creative Designer

full-timePosted: Aug 2, 2026Updated: Sep 1, 2026United States of America, Michigan, Warren

Job Description

Job DescriptionThe RoleGeneral Motors is seeking a creative Exterior Designer to join the Advanced Design / Architectural Framing Studio. This role focuses on shaping forward-looking vehicle concepts and exterior proposals that express brand vision, innovation, and future architectural direction. The designer will operate with a high degree of independence, applying sound judgment to complex design challenges while contributing to a collaborative studio environment. This position plays a key role in translating creative direction into compelling, production-influencing design proposals. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in exterior form, proportion, and storytelling, along with the ability to communicate design intent through both 2D and 3D mediums.What You’ll DoDevelop advanced exterior design concepts from early ideation through refined proposal stagesCreate high-quality sketches, renderings, and digital assets that communicate proportion, stance, and surface developmentInterpret creative direction and translate it into multiple design themes and proposalsWork within architectural constraints while influencing future vehicle platforms and design possibilitiesIdentify and resolve design challenges related to package, feasibility, proportion, and brand alignmentCollaborate cross-functionally with interior design, sculpting, visualization, engineering, and brand teamsTranslate 2D sketches into 3D models at both scale and full size and present work in studio reviewsYour Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design, or related field, or equivalent experience2+ years of professional experience in automotive exterior design, concept design, or advanced studio environmentsStrong portfolio demonstrating exterior sketching, ideation, and form development expertiseProven ability to work independently on assigned design work with moderate supervisionStrong understanding of design development processes and cross-functional integrationExcellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skillsDemonstrated ability to translate 2D concepts into 3D models at scale and full sizeWhat Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)Experience working in an advanced or concept design studioStrong digital design and visualization skills using relevant industry toolsAbility to balance bold creative thinking with technical and program constraintsAwareness of emerging mobility, design, and customer trends shaping future vehicle concepts GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. About GMOur vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.Benefits OverviewFrom day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.AccommodationsGeneral Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Locations

  • United States of America, Michigan, Warren

Skills Required

  • automotive exterior designintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design, or related field, or equivalent experience (experience)
  • 2+ years of professional experience in automotive exterior design, concept design, or advanced studio environments (experience, 2 years)
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating exterior sketching, ideation, and form development expertise (experience)
  • Proven ability to work independently on assigned design work with moderate supervision (experience)
  • Strong understanding of design development processes and cross-functional integration (experience)
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills (experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to translate 2D concepts into 3D models at scale and full size (experience)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design, or related field, or equivalent experience (experience)
  • 2+ years of professional experience in automotive exterior design, concept design, or advanced studio environments (experience, 2 years)
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating exterior sketching, ideation, and form development expertise (experience)
  • Proven ability to work independently on assigned design work with moderate supervision (experience)
  • Strong understanding of design development processes and cross-functional integration (experience)
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills (experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to translate 2D concepts into 3D models at scale and full size (experience)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in an advanced or concept design studio (experience)
  • Strong digital design and visualization skills using relevant industry tools (experience)
  • Ability to balance bold creative thinking with technical and program constraints (experience)
  • Awareness of emerging mobility, design, and customer trends shaping future vehicle concepts (experience)
  • Experience working in an advanced or concept design studio (experience)
  • Strong digital design and visualization skills using relevant industry tools (experience)
  • Ability to balance bold creative thinking with technical and program constraints (experience)
  • Awareness of emerging mobility, design, and customer trends shaping future vehicle concepts (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Develop advanced exterior design concepts from early ideation through refined proposal stages
  • Create high-quality sketches, renderings, and digital assets that communicate proportion, stance, and surface development
  • Interpret creative direction and translate it into multiple design themes and proposals
  • Work within architectural constraints while influencing future vehicle platforms and design possibilities
  • Identify and resolve design challenges related to package, feasibility, proportion, and brand alignment
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with interior design, sculpting, visualization, engineering, and brand teams
  • Translate 2D sketches into 3D models at both scale and full size and present work in studio reviews
  • Develop advanced exterior design concepts from early ideation through refined proposal stages
  • Create high-quality sketches, renderings, and digital assets that communicate proportion, stance, and surface development
  • Interpret creative direction and translate it into multiple design themes and proposals
  • Work within architectural constraints while influencing future vehicle platforms and design possibilities
  • Identify and resolve design challenges related to package, feasibility, proportion, and brand alignment
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with interior design, sculpting, visualization, engineering, and brand teams
  • Translate 2D sketches into 3D models at both scale and full size and present work in studio reviews

Benefits

  • general: From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.

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