At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design of cutting-edge exterior performance concepts for GM vehicles.
- Company: Join General Motors, a leader in automotive innovation and performance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, creative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and collaboration.
- Why this job: Shape the future of performance vehicles and inspire a team of designers.
- Qualifications: Strong background in exterior design and leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 £ per year.
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The Role Our Design organization plays a critical role in realizing GM’s vision by shaping the emotional and functional character of every vehicle and experience we create.
Within this organization, the General Motors Performance Studio is at the forefront of expressive, driver-focused performance design that elevates our iconic nameplates and future products.
The Lead Creative Designer – Performance Studio is responsible for leading advanced and production exterior performance design for GM performance vehicles and programs.
This role focuses on performance-oriented products, including aero packages, exterior graphics, appearance packages, and motorsport opportunities.
The ideal candidate is a highly creative, hands-on exterior designer with a deep understanding of performance vehicle proportion, brand character, aerodynamics, and motorsports-inspired aesthetics, combined with the leadership skills to guide a team of designers and cross-functional partners.
What You’ll Do Lead the creative development of exterior performance design concepts for new and existing GM performance vehicles, programs, and accessories, from early ideation through production implementation.
Define and communicate a compelling performance design vision that aligns with each brand’s DNA and GM’s overall design strategy.
Generate high-quality sketches, renderings, and digital models that explore proportion, surface development, graphics, and aero elements with a strong sense of emotion, stance, and performance authenticity.
Direct, mentor, and inspire a small team of creative designers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in craft.
Partner closely with Studio leadership, Clay and Digital Sculpting, Engineering, Aerodynamics, Performance Engineering, Marketing, and Program Management to balance design intent with feasibility, performance targets, cost, and timing.
Champion brand-appropriate performance graphics, color-breaks, and visual signatures that reinforce vehicle identity on both road and track, leveraging GM’s digital design workflows (including VR reviews and advanced visualization) to refine quality and accelerate decision-making.
Monitor industry, motorsports, and cultural trends related to performance, customization, and enthusiast communities and advocate for the customer and enthusiast perspective in all design decisions.
Your Skills
Lead Exterior Creative Designer – Performance Studio employer: General Motors
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