Visual Designer (3-months Contract)

About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited

Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world.

Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they’re at home, in the office, or on the go.

This spirit of innovation has led Huawei to work in close partnership with leading academic institutions in the UK to develop and refine the latest technologies. With a shared commitment to innovation and progress, both parties have worked together to achieve common goals and establish a strong partnership. The partnership between UK and Huawei help to develop the technologies of the future that will transform the way we all communicate, work and live. 

For the past 30 years we have maintained an unwavering focus, rejecting shortcuts and easy opportunities that don't align with our core business. With a practical approach to everything we do, we concentrate our efforts and invest patiently to drive technological breakthroughs.

This strategic focus is a reflection of our core values:

• staying customer-centric
• inspiring dedication
• persevering
• growing by reflection

Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Overview

Huawei’s vision is a fully connected, intelligent world. To achieve this, we work to inspire passion for basic research around the world. Our combined passion drives development across the global innovation value chain. Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. In the UK, we already have design centers in Cambridge, London, Edinburgh and Ipswich. We continue to explore and define new research directions and new services. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and developed the fundamental theories of these technologies. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey and drive your career forward. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Create high-end still renders and animations to showcase product concepts, working primarily in 3D and motion design.
• Develop visual narratives that align with the project’s artistic and design direction.
• Use generative AI tools (Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, Runway, Gen-2, etc.) as a part of your workflow to enhance design ideation and production.
• Explore AI for design applications, including fine-tuning or training models where relevant.
• Integrate VFX elements into motion work, adding expressive cinematic effects to product presentations.
• Produce content for internal pitches and leadership presentations, helping to promote our product vision at the highest level.

This job description is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The jobholder will carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required by his/her line manager. The job description and personal specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of Huawei Research and Development UK Limited.

Person Specification:

• 3+ years of experience in CGI, motion design, or VFX, preferably in luxury, technology, transportation, or high-end product visualization.
• Strong skills in 3D software (Blender, C4D, Redshift, Octane, Houdini, V-Ray, etc.).
• Motion design expertise, including compositing in After Effects.
• A keen eye for luxury aesthetics and product detailing.
• Generative AI experience using AI tools for concept generation, texture design, or rendering enhancement.
• Narrative & storytelling ability—can craft compelling visual stories that support product design.
• Technical curiosity—open to exploring new tools and methods, comfortable working in an innovation-driven environment.
• Autonomy—able to take ownership, interpret briefs, and deliver high-quality work independently.
• A young, open-minded approach, with a strong interest in technology and product design.

How to Apply

Please apply via the link below and make sure to send portfolio and CV as attached PDF files, as well as a one-line statement about your motivations for joining our team. Websites and online portfolios will not be considered. We will look all applications and contact selected candidates.

If you wish to apply for this position and believe your experience and skills are suitable, please email a copy of your CV and cover letter to ldconline@huawei.com

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