About Huawei

Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. With integrated solutions across four key domains – telecom networks, IT, smart devices, and cloud services – we are committed to bringing digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world.

At Huawei, innovation focuses on customer needs. We invest heavily in basic research, concentrating on technological breakthroughs that drive the world forward. We have more than 200,000 employees, of which 55% are employed in R&D, and we operate in more than 170 countries and regions.

Huawei invests more than 20% of revenues in R&D every year: in the past 10 years our total R&D investments exceed 150B USD.

By the end of 2023, Huawei held +140.000 active patents.

Who we are

• Our motto is "make it possible", we use our customer-centric obsession, our perseverance, our dedication and a continuous self-challenge to accomplish the most challenging goals and always raise the bar!
• We think and execute very fast, but we are never superficial and always guarantee the highest standards.
• We are obsessed about continuous improvement and about creating value for the company, for the employees and for society.
• We are a multicultural team where relationships are informal and direct and where cooperation and support are our daily keywords.
• We are a place where "results talk and ideas walk", good ideas are always welcome, but you have to take ownership and make them happen too.
• Openness and flexibility are our mantra.

This position is based in Milan Aesthetic Research Center

Milan Aesthetic Research Center is a center of excellence for design located in Milan (Italy). The studio goal is to create compelling customer experiences for Huawei products and retail spaces. At MARC you will find international talents from all Europe with expertise ranging from UX to product, automotive, branding and retail design shaping the future of Huawei products across the word.

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of digital experiences and enjoy working on groundbreaking projects, we’d love to hear from you!

Job title: Senior Digital Visual / Motion Designer

Job Location: Milan city center (Duomo area)

Senior Motion Designer in a nutshell

At Milan Aesthetic Research Center, we are looking for a Senior Digital Visual / Motion Designer as freelancer to join our multidisciplinary design team based in Milan. The team’s mission is to explore and develop innovative aesthetic solutions for the Harmony Operating System and all Huawei devices.

What will be your main responsibilities?

• Collaborate with designers, researchers, and developers to conceptualize and design visually compelling solutions;

• Focus on aesthetic exploration and research to push the boundaries of design for the HarmonyOS ecosystem;

• Create high-quality visuals for digital interfaces, ensuring a seamless user experience while maintaining brand consistency;

• Contribute to the art direction and overall visual strategy of the team’s projects;

• Work with motion design and/or 3D tools (if applicable) to enhance visual concepts.

What are the skills required for this position?

• Proven experience in UI design and Art Direction, for digital products or ideally operating systems;
• Strong portfolio showcasing advanced visual design skills and creativity;
• A deep interest in technology and a passion for exploring cutting-edge design trends;
• Experience with design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite;
• Experience with visual Generative AI tools, with portfolio samples;
• Ability to present and showcase concepts (Keynote);
• Professional English proficiency.

Other Nice-to-Have Skills

• Knowledge of motion design (e.g., After Effects);

• Knowledge of 3D modeling/animation tools (e.g., Cinema 4D, Blender, Udini);

• Familiarity with design systems and prototyping tools;

• Strong collaboration and communication skills within a team environment.

What We Offer:

• Freelance collaboration (fully remote / in-person workshop/collaborative moments);
• A creative and collaborative team focused on innovation;
• Opportunities to work on exciting projects at the intersection of technology and design.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these characteristics. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Company Info:

Huawei Technologies Italia S.r.l.

Registered Office: Via Lorenteggio 240, Tower A, Milan

Milan Aesthetic Research Center Office address: Via Silvio Pellico 7, Milan