Job Title 

3D Visualization Artist

About Canoo 

Canoo’s mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team to deploy this sustainable mobility revolution. We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done. 

The “Canoo Way” 

Canoo’s success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 (“Important versus less important”), Act 30/30 (“Reduce waste and increase output”), and Live 90/10 (“We have each other’s back”). We hire based on “MET” - Mindset, Equipment and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ) applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, innovate and are at the core of our day-to-day operations. 

Job Purpose 

As a 3D Visualization Artist, you must have deep knowledge and passion for creating photo-real rendered images and animations of our products at a high standard. You will work closely with the vehicle design and CMF teams to ensure images/animations match design intentions and product specifications. Your primary purpose is to support the Brand Video Team on all projects, ranging from concept creation and ideation all the way through to delivering production-ready design solutions.

This position includes creating images/animations for concept presentations to executives and potential customers. Excellent communication skills are needed to interact with a fast-paced and multi-talented team. The ideal candidate is highly productive and has a team-centered spirit and a positive attitude. 

This position is full-time in-office. Candidates must reside within Dallas TX or have a reasonable driving commute to Justin, TX and/or be willing to relocate.

Responsibilities (80s of the Position) 

Use Maya and Redshift Render for stills, animation, lighting, and shading Data preparation of CAD assets to be used in still and video production

Required Experience 

5+ years of production experience in Visual Effects or Motion Graphics industry, in-house or at agency Software experience Maya / Cinema 4D Redshift Render Engine / VRed Adobe After Effects Adobe Photoshop

Preferred Experience  

Additional experience with writing CG/VFX pipeline tools and Python scripting is a plus Experience with creating photoreal CG environments is a bonus   Experience with Unreal Engine (AR, VR, XR) is a bonus 

Travel Requirements

 Limited Travel might be required for company events

Physical Requirements for Non-Physical Positions

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What's Cool About Working Here... 

Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone   Comprehensive Health Insurance   Equity Compensation  Flexible Paid Time Off  Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy 

Canoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Canoo Inc. and its subsidiaries and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Canoo unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting. 

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If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (214) 529-8055 or email us at TalentAcquisition@canoo.com

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