Ford Motor Company · 1 week ago
Product Concepting Communication Designer
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expFord Motor Company is a global automotive leader committed to shaping the future of mobility. They are seeking an innovative Communication Designer to join their Product Concepting Team, responsible for translating complex product concepts into compelling visual narratives and facilitating stakeholder engagement.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop high-impact visual and narrative assets (e.g., presentations, storyboards, videos, interactive prototypes, infographics, experience maps) that effectively communicate complex product concepts, user journeys, and strategic insights to diverse audiences, from engineers to executive leadership. This includes translating complex narratives into captivating visuals, conceptualizing ideas, planning visual sequences, and creating/editing images and videos to convey a cohesive story
Collaborate closely with product concept leads, designers, researchers, and engineers to understand emerging ideas and translate them into clear, engaging, and persuasive communication materials, often transforming data into illustrative stories
Design and facilitate workshops, presentations, and interactive sessions to present concepts, gather feedback, and build alignment among cross-functional teams and senior leadership
Ensure all communication materials reflect Ford's brand identity, strategic vision, and future aspirations, maintaining a consistent and compelling voice
Stay abreast of the latest communication design tools, technologies, and best practices, continuously evolving our approach to concept articulation and presentation
Quickly generate and iterate on visual and narrative artifacts to explore different communication angles and refine messaging based on feedback
Advocate for the user perspective in concept communication, ensuring that proposed solutions resonate with customer needs and desires
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Communication Design, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, Visual Arts, or a related field
5+ years of professional experience in communication design, visual storytelling, concept visualization, or a similar role, preferably within product development, innovation, or a related industry
A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional visual communication skills, creative problem-solving, and the ability to convey complex ideas simply and engagingly
Proficiency with industry-standard design and presentation software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects; Figma, Sketch, Keynote, PowerPoint, Google Slides)
Strong typography skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to articulate design decisions and strategic rationale clearly
Preferred
Master's degree in a relevant design or communication field
Experience working in the automotive industry, mobility services, consumer electronics, or a large-scale product-focused organization
Familiarity with design thinking methodologies and agile development processes
Experience with 3D visualization tools (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, V-Ray) or interactive prototyping tools (e.g., ProtoPie, Principle, Webflow)
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously
A keen interest in emerging technologies, future trends, and the evolving landscape of transportation
Passion for the automotive industry and the Ford brand is a strong plus
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
Company
Ford Motor Company
We don't just make history -- we make the future.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$16.23BKey Investors
US Department of EnergySoros Fund Management
2025-07-29Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2023-06-22Debt Financing· $9.2B
Leadership Team
James Farley
Chief Executive Officer
Efrat Barit
COO
Recent News
2026-01-25
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