Job Description
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.
As the Creative Director, Interaction Design is responsible for directing design programs for all brands of the BMW Group as well as for a wide variety of projects in all Designworks (DW) relevant industry sectors for agency clients. You will ensure maximum design quality, project profitability, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and constant improvement of output quality regarding his/her assigned projects. You are responsible to manage and direct staff within assigned design programs and lead assigned projects and support studio management to align design deliverables and creative results to fit the strategic direction agreed to with the client from a brand, market and consumer fit, technology, experience, and feasibility point of view.
You are up to date with the latest design trends, tools, methods, and processes to clearly communicate and implement design standards and best practices. You strategically oversee style, quality, and functionality within DW projects and successfully create and integrate benchmarks and quality circles with studio management and stakeholders. With your expertise and judgment, you work to leverage DW's reputation for being a leading global creative consultancy for its cutting-edge creative concepts, innovative ideas, and world class design results.
In support of Designworks’ business objectives, this position requires regular attendance at a BMW office/facility with remote work capability (hybrid).
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in interface, interaction or graphic design or design related disciplines.
10+ years of prior professional leadership experience in a design division of a corporation or in a design consulting firm or agency.
3 – 5 years of team leadership.
Preferences:
Master’s degree in design management, industrial design, transportation design or design related disciplines.
Additional Skills:
Must integrate well into a multicultural team environment.
Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
Solid understanding of business context (structures, market, business structures and technology implications).
Must have in-depth understanding within every stage of the design process and apply innovative thinking, inspiration and leadership when directing project teams.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of interface principles and design, in coordination with brand/product synergies, market research input, and financial success in design.
Must be confident with design management of multiple projects integrating internal staff cross-discipline and cross- studio as well as external creative partners.
Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office products.
Join the Designworks team and enjoy a high-performance Total Rewards package that may include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceAll with options for $0 Employee contribution
401(k) with Company match
Retirement Income Account (RIA)
Employee vehicle program
Bonus eligibility
Paid Parental Leave of up to 6 weeks
Paid Time Off in addition to Company paid holidays where eligible
Hybrid work environment
Voluntary Benefits to fit your needs
The pay range for this role is: $166,664.00 - $196,075.00.
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 Designworks 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.
At Designworks, we are driven by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are welcoming of all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.