EMPLOYMENT

Description About Us Lead. Grow. Transform. Ford Motor Company is constantly evolving and innovating. As part of the International Markets Group we are committed to delivering smarter, more connected vehicles for our Global customers. Looking ahead, Ford is excited about the future. With an expanding vehicle lineup, growing digital services, and a strong dealer network, we are well-positioned to support Australian businesses in new ways. As Australia’s largest automotive OEM employer, we proudly have around 1,500 talented engineers, designers, and specialists working across five Victorian sites. Crucially, Australia is a key global development hub for Ford, and our local design and engineering team lead the creation of vehicles including the Ranger, Ranger Raptor, and Everest – models sold in around 180 markets worldwide. If you're passionate about creating visualisation content and want to be part of cutting-edge projects, this is the perfect opportunity to join us in shaping the future of vehicle design and advancing the Ford Design vision and mission. Our commitment to refine physical forms, ensuring simple, thoughtful, enjoyable, and compelling products for our customers, thereby driving Ford Australia's future of mobility. Why Ford? For a century, we've been a driving force across Australia, building a legacy that truly speaks for itself. Leading the way, the Ranger continues its reign as Australia's No. 1 Selling Vehicle and our iconic Mustang proudly holds its position as Australia’s No. 1 Sports Car. These remarkable achievements are a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and a customer-focused approach that has delivered success across our entire lineup, giving us so much to be excited about! But we believe we do more than just build award-winning vehicles—we build careers. Discounted lease car options. Multiple Employee Resource Groups – Ford Pride, Women of Ford and Ford Empowering Diverse Abilities. Flexible Work Arrangements. Growth and development opportunities via internal and external training. Paid parental leave from day 1. Comprehensive Employee Assist Program. Wellness Programs including Free Flu Vaccinations and Health Checks. Paid volunteer days. About the Role As a Visualisation Specialist, you will thrive within a dynamic global environment, responsible for creating world-class visualization materials. This includes producing photorealistic digital renderings and compelling animations for both internal and external presentations, as well as other critical studio deliverables, all in support of the design development process. This position reports directly to the Visualisation Manager and is based at the design studio in Broadmeadows, operating on a hybrid schedule with four days in the office. Responsibilities End-to-End Visual Content Creation: Responsible for creative concepting, storyboarding, modelling, animation, lighting, rendering (batch and real-time), compositing, and editing of 3D rendered elements, live-action elements, VFX, and sound, from concept to project completion. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and edit diverse visual content such as images, animations, and virtual reality (XR) experiences. Creative Execution and Project Ownership: Balance work within a fluid creative design environment with tight timelines and design frameworks, demonstrating strong project ownership and a drive for high-quality deliverables with timing discipline. Primary Software Proficiency: Utilize VRED, Maya, After Effects, and Unreal as primary software tools. Visual and Technical Guidance: Provide visual and technical guidance to the design team, ensuring alignment with design objectives and project requirements. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, digital media and communication, or a related technical field. Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience within the automotive, visualization, or design industries. 3D Visualization and XR Expertise: Proven ability to model and develop materials, lighting, and textures for 3D assets and real-time visualizations. Demonstrated experience in designing and building XR/VR experiences, coupled with knowledge of associated technology and hardware. Leadership and Project Management: Strong program management skills and experience leading projects and teams. Creative Problem-Solving: Ability to think creatively to discover innovative solutions and transform vision into reality. Technical and Hardware Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Office 365 tools. Knowledge and ability to resolve issues regarding hardware management, including competency with technology related to workstations and presentation spaces. Communication & Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative team-player approach. Work Ethic and Professionalism: A self-starter with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects, consistently championing professional standards and behaviours. Preferred Qualifications: Software Proficiency: Expert knowledge of VRED. Proficiency in Unreal Engine/Maya, or a strong interest in learning. Basic proficiency in Autodesk Alias or equivalent polygonal software. Good understanding of HDR Light Studio, Adobe After Effects (AE), Adobe Photoshop (PS), and other supporting software or plugins for producing impactful animations and compelling renderings. Core Competencies: Artistic and Design Acumen: Strong artistic sensibility and a solid design sense, including an eye for proportion, lighting, and dramatic effect. Visual Storytelling: Good understanding of photography and visual storytelling to craft compositions that support the right narrative through visual elements. Programming Knowledge: Good understanding of flowchart-based programming and basic knowledge of other programming languages such as Python. Organizational and Asset Management: Strong organizational skills to effectively manage and develop assets, ensuring efficient workflows and asset management. Emerging Technologies: Familiarity with Head-Mounted Displays (HMDs), Extended Reality (XR) solutions, and other emerging visualization technologies. Equal Opportunity Ford Australia is inclusive employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment . If you require any support or adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact our Talent and Inclusion Lead Sarah at scastr34@ford.com . Applicants must be legally authorised to work in Australia. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Applications will close on Sunday 11 January 2026, however, please do not delay your application as interviews will commence before this date Please note due to the high numbers of applications we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates. *Ford Motor Company of Australia Pty Limited ACN 004 116 223 ( Ford ) is collecting your personal information in order to consider you for a role at Ford. Ford may also collect personal information about you from third parties such as referees and recruitment agencies for this purpose. Ford may disclose your personal information to its related companies and third party service providers for purposes such as screening and background checks, aptitude testing and health and safety and human resources management activities. 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