Product Concepting Communication Designer

Ford • Dearborn, MI

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!
In this position...
Are you a visionary storyteller with a passion for shaping the future of mobility? Join the movers of the world and makers of the future! The Ford Product Concepting Team is seeking an innovative and highly creative Communication Designer to bring our most ambitious ideas to life. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in translating complex product concepts, strategic visions, and user experiences into compelling, digestible, and visually stunning narratives. You will work at the earliest stages of product development, helping to articulate new possibilities and inspire stakeholders across the organization.
You will blend human-centered design thinking with exceptional communication skills, utilizing a diverse toolkit of visual, verbal, and interactive methods to convey the 'what if' and 'what next' of Ford's future products and services. This is an opportunity to directly influence the direction of groundbreaking innovations and contribute to a legacy of transforming transportation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Communication Design, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in communication design, visual storytelling, concept visualization, or a similar role, preferably within product development, innovation, or a related industry.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional visual communication skills, creative problem-solving, and the ability to convey complex ideas simply and engagingly.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design and presentation software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects; Figma, Sketch, Keynote, PowerPoint, Google Slides).
• Strong typography skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to articulate design decisions and strategic rationale clearly.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a relevant design or communication field.
• Experience working in the automotive industry, mobility services, consumer electronics, or a large-scale product-focused organization.
• Familiarity with design thinking methodologies and agile development processes.
• Experience with 3D visualization tools (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, V-Ray) or interactive prototyping tools (e.g., ProtoPie, Principle, Webflow).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• A keen interest in emerging technologies, future trends, and the evolving landscape of transportation.
• Passion for the automotive industry and the Ford brand is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Concept Visualization & Storytelling: Develop high-impact visual and narrative assets (e.g., presentations, storyboards, videos, interactive prototypes, infographics, experience maps) that effectively communicate complex product concepts, user journeys, and strategic insights to diverse audiences, from engineers to executive leadership. This includes translating complex narratives into captivating visuals, conceptualizing ideas, planning visual sequences, and creating/editing images and videos to convey a cohesive story.
• Strategic Communication: Collaborate closely with product concept leads, designers, researchers, and engineers to understand emerging ideas and translate them into clear, engaging, and persuasive communication materials, often transforming data into illustrative stories.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Design and facilitate workshops, presentations, and interactive sessions to present concepts, gather feedback, and build alignment among cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Brand & Vision Alignment: Ensure all communication materials reflect Ford's brand identity, strategic vision, and future aspirations, maintaining a consistent and compelling voice.
• Tool & Methodology Expertise: Stay abreast of the latest communication design tools, technologies, and best practices, continuously evolving our approach to concept articulation and presentation.
• Rapid Prototyping & Iteration: Quickly generate and iterate on visual and narrative artifacts to explore different communication angles and refine messaging based on feedback.
• User-Centered Communication: Advocate for the user perspective in concept communication, ensuring that proposed solutions resonate with customer needs and desires.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees