Senior Designer I, Visualization

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. And respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute.

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

About the Role

We’re looking for a 3D Visual Brand Designer to shape how our brand comes to life through high-fidelity CGI, animation, and cinematic storytelling.

You’ll concept, design, and animate immersive 3D scenes that integrate our vehicles, brand elements, customer experience touchpoints, environments, and motion—supporting everything from internal design evaluations and journey mapping to emotionally resonant external marketing content.

This role is ideal for a hands-on 3D designer with a cinematic eye, strong design instincts, and the ability to craft beautiful, expressive content in still and moving formats. You’ll partner closely with brand, vehicle, and experience teams to define Scout’s visual language across channels.

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Design and render 3D brand moments using vehicle assets and Scout’s visual identity
• Animate and visualize key touchpoints in the customer journey across digital, spatial, and experiential moments
• Produce high-quality CGI and motion content for internal reviews, concept pitches, and external campaigns
• Edit and assemble short-form video content that blends 3D scenes, typography, 2D motion graphics, and audio
• Collaborate with the Director of Brand Experience and cross-functional partners to shape narrative-driven visual storytelling
• Support external vendors and visualization teams with direction, templates, and assets as needed

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based remotely within the United States.  This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
• The responsibilities of this role require attendance in office with in-person meetings and events occasionally.
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.
• Travel: Domestic required, approximately 25% of the time for reviews, events, or team collaboration to HQ. Valid driver's license required. 

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• 4–5+ years of experience in 3D design, CGI, motion, or animation for brand, entertainment, product, or experiential work
• Strong portfolio showcasing cinematic 3D visualizations, 3D world-building, animation, and edited motion content
• Fluency in Blender, Unreal Engine, Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator), and other relevant 3D/motion tools
• Ability to concept, light, texture, animate, and composite scenes with a high level of polish and emotion
• Strong sense of storytelling, pacing, and visual rhythm
• Highly self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working autonomously on a remote tea
• Bonus: UI/UX motion experience a plus

Education & Prerequisites

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Animation, Motion Graphics, Visual Communication, or a related creative field
• Equivalent professional experience will be considered in place of a formal degree
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

• Minimum of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors, Inc.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required, approximately 25% of the time. 
• Valid driver's license required.

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $110,000.00 - $135,000.00

Initial California base salary range = $121,000 - $148,500

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

 

Equal Opportunity

Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.