Group Manager Design

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future.
Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.
We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.

What’s in it for you?
Do you want be part of our Visualisation department with the ambition of becoming the best in our industry? To Lead a team of very skilled Visualisation/CG Artists dedicated to produce images and animations for Volvo end customers?
We are now searching for an experienced Team Manager with perceptive and creative leadership skills. To succeed in this role, you need a cross functional mindset and culture, have a passion leading and developing others, enjoy empowering people and embrace the creative world of asset creation.
The Media Visualisation Manager will play an important part in leading and developing the team and supporting and improving how the design of our products is presented externally. This role requires great cross-network work and relationship to be a driving force behind the visual tonality of Volvo communications.

What you will do:
As the Media Visualisation Manager, you will be an integral part of developing the team into the future and set new standards. You will build great a network and bridge with other Design departments and departments across Volvo Cars within Marketing & Brand, Communications, UX and with external agencies globally.
To be able to create magic with your team of Visualisation/CG Artists you´ll need to be experienced in running and planning visualisation productions, balancing input and feedback from creative/art directors and designers, administrate visualisation productions reviews with management and decision-makers, and resource management. You will support and develop competencies, strategies, working methods and creative ideas for and with the group.
The Media Visualisation Manager reports to the Director of Visualisation Operations.

Do you fit the profile?
We are looking for a committed and inspiring leader who is passionate about the power of visualisation. You find energy and motivation in realising others’ potential, allowing them to grow. Thanks to your excellent communication skills you have the ability to create strong relationships based on trust and integrity.
We believe you have a master’s degree from a university, technical or design creative college or similar and a great understanding of digital content creation. You have several years of relevant experience within the visualisation production area, as well as leadership.
Last but not least you are fluent in English as Volvo is a global company.

How to learn more and apply
Does this sound like your next challenge? We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible.
If you have any questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Frida Persson at frida.persson@volvocars.com.
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter Daniel Sanfridsson at daniel.sanfridsson@volvocars.com. 
Please note that we will not take applications via email due to GDPR.
We would like your application no later then 29 March.