KDCA Junior | Mid-Level Visualization Specialist

Hyundai KIA America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is currently looking for a Junior or Mid-level Visualization Specialist to join our team at KIA Design Center in Irvine, CA

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Ability to work in a collaborative team atmosphere with an open, positive attitude
• Possess knowledge in the elements and principles of design, composition, 3D modeling, real-world lighting, and visual storytelling
• Lead visual design work from ideation to mock-ups and implementation
• Utilize Autodesk VRED, Unreal Engine, Blender, Premier Pro, AfterEffects, and Photoshop to develop and deliver renderings, animations, and VR experiences that communicate the KIA brand coherently across digital and print mediums

• Prepare and execute presentations with various visualization tools including: Videowall, Virtual reality, Mixed reality, and Augmented reality systems
• 3D Visual Artists are required to create photo real renderings of projects including animations, creative lighting, Atmospherics, texturing, unwrapping, and 3D modelling of scenery assets
• Prepare and translation 3d data to and from applications such as: Alias, Catia, VRED, Blender, Unreal
• Create compelling visualizations and animations from Alias and polygonal data for weekly/monthly design reviews with Design teams using VRED or Unreal Engine
• Create repeatable creative animations and rigging, realistic interaction with the environment, and suspension movement in Unreal Engine
• Work closely with cross-disciplinary teams to understand their needs and anticipate and prepare for visualization needs
• Meet design specifications from Engineering and deadlines established by Design Managers
• Organize and prepare files for Design reviews and presentation materials
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Up to 20% of domestic and/or international travel

* Candidates applying for positions with Kia must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor

Required Experience:

• Design Degree preferred but High School Diploma or Technical or Vocational training in creating/editing animations/videos, VRED, and Unreal Engine may be considered
• Profiency in Premier Pro, AfterEffects, Photoshop, VRED, Blender and Unreal Engine
• 2+ years' experience in creating renderings and realistic animations for an Automotive OEM
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record