Senior CG Art Director – Automotive (AI-Driven)

INDG | Grip; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid annual leave

Training and self-improvement plans

Get-fit schemes

Fresh fruits and snacks

Dinner options for late stay

Job summary

A leading creative agency in Amsterdam is seeking a Senior CG Art Director to oversee the creation of automotive visuals. Candidates should have strong 3D experience, a background in car photography, and leadership skills to guide a diverse team. The role offers a competitive salary and a vibrant work environment, alongside opportunities for creativity and innovation in a fast-paced industry.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a similar position with an automotive portfolio.
• Exceptional understanding of automotive industry demands.
• Fluency in English and comfortable in international environments.
• Fluent in English and able to lead international teams.
• Experience with AI-driven visualization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and communicate ideas through various creative means.
• Interpret client briefs and translate them into actionable directions.
• Infuse projects with innovative and visually distinct ideas.
• Leverage AI tools for cutting-edge concepts.
• Oversee all stages of production ensuring quality standards.
• Leverage AI tools to expand visual possibilities in automotive visualization.

Skills

3D experience

Car photography

Creative direction

Team leadership

AI tools usage

Composition skills

Lighting skills

Storytelling

Client interaction

Tools

AI tools

Job description

At INDG we're looking for a Senior CG Art Director, who will be responsible for continuous creative oversight and creation of stills for our wide range of clients in the automotive industry. INDG does all things 3D, focusing on presenting physical products in digital space in all sorts of interesting ways.

About INDG

At INDG we develop technology that enables engaging, hyper‑realistic digital product experiences. Our goal is to make "every product playable", by combining the science of technology with the artistry of computer‑generated content. Our offices are in Amsterdam, Bucharest and New York. Clients include Honda, Acura, Yamaha, Adidas, Ralph Lauren, Electrolux, and Philips. Our CG artists, interactive designers, and developers focus on creating virtual versions of our clients' products, so lifelike it feels like you could reach out and touch them.

Our culture brings together creative, tech and business individuals. It’s a heady cocktail that keeps us inspired, empowered and passionate.

We're seeking a CG Art Director with strong 3D experience and a solid background in car photography who can lead virtual shoots creatively and technically, while leveraging the power of AI to craft stunning automotive visuals. With exceptional composition, lighting, and art direction skills, you'll guide an international team of experienced 3D artists to push boundaries and deliver unparalleled visual experiences. The ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial mindset, a deep understanding of the automotive industry, and a drive to own projects from concept to delivery.

What will you be doing?

• Conceptualizing and communicating ideas: Develop pitch decks, style proposals, storyboards, sketches, concept art, mood boards, and mock‑ups to articulate concepts to clients and teams.

• Interpreting client briefs: Identify client needs and translate them into clear, actionable directions for the team.

• Brand integration: Understand each brand's unique essence and ensure seamless integration of creative elements into its universe.

• Driving visual uniqueness: Infuse every project with innovative, visually distinct ideas while meeting objectives and client expectations.

• Leveraging AI tools: Incorporate AI‑powered image generation tools to create cutting‑edge concepts and expand creative possibilities in automotive visualization.

• Coordinating teams and QA: Lead in‑house and external teams, provide feedback and approvals, troubleshoot technical challenges, and ensure renders achieve top‑tier quality.

• Overseeing production: Manage all stages of production, ensuring projects meet creative and visual standards from concept to delivery.

Would be amazing if you have:

• Experience in the automotive industry: Proven expertise in automotive‑focused projects, with a strong understanding of the industry's specific visual and technical demands.

• Background in car photography: An eye for automotive composition, lighting, and storytelling that translates seamlessly into the CG space.

• Experience: 8+ years in a similar position, with a portfolio showcasing your exceptional eye for detail and ability to push boundaries in automotive visualization.

• Product love: A passion for cars, motorcycles, and marine engines, paired with an understanding of their unique needs and how they work.

• People skills: Comfort in interacting directly with brands and leading a diverse, global team of talented artists.

• Strong technical and creative skills: Expertise in composition, lighting, and CG visual standards, with a keen understanding of the latest trends in automotive visualization and AI technology.

• Hands‑on attitude: While primarily directing, you're comfortable diving into production when needed and can independently handle smaller projects from start to finish.

• Deadline resilience: Thrive under pressure and lead teams through tight deadlines.

• AI curiosity: Interest or experience in using AI tools to drive innovation in visual storytelling.

• Fluency in English: Clear communication in a fast‑paced, international environment.

What do we offer?

Apart from an amazing team of enthusiastic professionals to learn from and a warm atmosphere where your input is welcomed and valued, we offer a comprehensive package to keep you happy. With the role being located in the heart of Amsterdam, our environment and our creative space are very important to us. We offer a competitive salary, paid annual leave, an office overlooking the Amsterdam canals, training and self‑improvement plans, get‑fit schemes, a pool table, darts, fresh fruits, snacks, and dinner options each evening for those staying later than working hours.

The procedure

Please send your resume and cover letter in English via the link provided. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our Recruitment Department at [phone].

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