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Rivian · 15 hours ago

Creative Lead, Creative Studio

US-CA-Irvine

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$112K/yr - $140K/yr

6+ years exp

Rivian is an innovative automotive company focused on sustainability and electric vehicles, seeking an exceptional Creative Lead to define and deliver the brand's visual and narrative identity. The role involves leading the conceptualization, production, and execution of high-impact creative content across various channels while ensuring brand consistency and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation

Responsibilities

Lead the conceptualization and development of narrative, social, campaign, and product-focused content, ensuring a cohesive story across all touchpoints

In collaboration with our Production Team, oversee the end-to-end creative process, including concept development, storyboarding, script development, selecting/managing external production partners, and directing on-set/shoot logistics

In collaboration with our post-production house, direct the editing, motion graphics, sound design, and color grading processes, providing clear and decisive feedback to editors and internal teams

Serve as a key guardian of the Rivian brand, specifically ensuring the cinematic quality and narrative style of content is consistent and tonally Rivian

Partner closely with Marketing, Product, and Engineering to translate complex features and brand goals into engaging, easy-to-digest visual stories

Confidently present creative concepts, production plans, and finished work to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

Qualification

Video productionMotion graphicsStorytelling principlesAdobe Premiere ProAfter EffectsDaVinci ResolveOrganizationLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

Required

Minimum of 6+ years of progressive experience in a creative role with a heavy focus on video, film, or motion production

Strong understanding of storytelling principles, camera equipment, lighting, and post-production software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve)

Proven ability to lead production teams and manage large-scale shoots

Exceptional verbal and visual communication skills with the ability to articulate creative concepts and production rationale clearly

Passionate about sustainability, electric vehicles, technology, and the outdoors

Must thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, while being flexible, collaborative, and reliable

Excellent organization and adherence to deadlines

Benefits

Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.

Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment.

Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.