Bus Group

Founded in 2017, bus.group is a creative studio specializing in directing and producing brand-sensitive images and narratives. The studio transforms ideas and products into contemporary visual experiences through design-driven exploration. bus.group works closely with clients across the corporate and cultural stage.

Address

bus.group
Ritterstraße 2
10969 Berlin

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@bus.group

Selected Clients

Apple, Art Basel, Away, Babor, Balenciaga, Cartier, Dell, Ferragamo, Instagram, Maison Margiela, Maybach, Mercedes Benz, MCM, Nike, Porsche, Rimowa, Renault, Sotheby's, Visa, Woolmark

Work with us

We are looking to expand our team via project-based freelance roles and dedicated full-time positions. Please send your application (portfolio, cover letter and resume) to jobs@bus.group with the respective role included as subject header. Please note, we can’t reply to every application. Thanks for your understanding. Current opportunities can be found below. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

  • Senior CG Artist/Art Director

    We have an opening for a full-time senior role. Long-term experience in Cinema 4D, Houdini and Redshift is required. Skills in related tools such as Marvelous, Unreal, Stable Diffusion etc. are a plus.

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Stepping into 2026 by celebrating 9 years of bus.group.

Spring bloom explorations

We directed and produced the launch film for Gaggenau’s Minimalistic Series developed in close collaboration with the lovely team at Gaggenau and Anomaly Berlin. Through a sequence of assembly and disassembly, the film moves between Gaggenau’s expressive and minimal design philosophies, connected by mirrored architecture.

For the launch of the Capricorn 01 Zagato, bus.group produced a full CGI campaign including stills and videos. The work visualizes the hypercar before it was built, merging Capricorn’s engineering precision with Zagato’s expressive Italian design language united in a limited run of just 19 cars.

For the launch of the Capricorn 01 Zagato, bus.group produced a full CGI campaign including stills and videos. The work visualizes the hypercar before it was built, merging Capricorn’s engineering precision with Zagato’s expressive Italian design language united in a limited run of just 19 cars.

We collaborated closely with the Mercedes-Benz design team to develop in-store visuals for each of their sub-brands — Mercedes-Benz AG, Mercedes-Maybach and Mercedes-AMG — each tailored to express its unique design.

For Mercedes-Benz, we created a fluid cloth animation in high-gloss chrome – evoking effortless sophistication and the brand’s modern interpretation of luxury.

bus.group collaborated with directors Haw-lin Services to create a series of 
13 films for Cartier’s “Culture of Design” collection, highlighting seven iconic watches and jewelry pieces through precise, high-contrast visuals and robotic camera movements. Each film embodies Cartier’s obsession with Pure Lines, Precious Details, Precise Shapes, and Perfect Proportions, capturing the essence of the collection with an emphasis on minimalist aesthetics. The robotic camera movements reveal the pieces in unexpected ways, zooming in on intricate details and textures before pulling back to showcase their full elegance. Dynamic lighting enhances the high-contrast imagery, transforming each piece into a sculptural masterpiece.

A3 Festival 2024

A3 Festival commissioned bus.group to direct and produce the launch TVC and social media visual assets to promote its 2024 edition, centered around the themes of enlightenment and sensory stimulation. At the core of the project is a speculative A3 amulet, designed and animated to embody the harmony between audio, visual, and spatial disciplines. The video showcases a humanoid character whose interaction with the amulet represents a transformative sensory experience.

Mirage à trois

CGI and 3D animation for a product exhibition by Cartier.

Selecting a trio of pieces from their collection, the luxury label have crafted ‘Wildlife’, ‘Mineral’ and ‘Cultural’ worlds to highlight the particularities, suppleness and savoir-faire of Cartier. bus.group were asked to envelop the three ‘hub’ spaces with accompanying 3D animations that would highlight the technicity of selected pieces as emotional extensions to their product environments.

We directed and produced the launch film for Gaggenau’s Minimalistic Series developed in close collaboration with the team at Gaggenau and Anomaly Berlin. Through a sequence of assembly and disassembly, the film moves between Gaggenau’s expressive and minimal design philosophies, connected by mirrored architecture.

We collaborated closely with the Mercedes-Benz design team to develop in-store visuals for each of their sub-brands — Mercedes-Benz AG, Mercedes-Maybach and Mercedes-AMG — each tailored to express its unique design.

For Mercedes Maybach, we brought their signature pattern into motion with a fluid liquid rose gold animation.

bus.group directed and produced a series of evocative vignettes for the launch of a champagne-vodka brand. Drawing from the brand’s distinctive mood worlds — ranging from hazy and mystical to sharp and opulent — the animations evoke a hazy, sensual experience, offering snapshots reminiscent of fragmented late-night memories.

Watch me Wonder

Direction, Art Direction, and CGI Production for Cartier's Watches and Wonders ’23 video featuring CGI worlds for over 20 new models inside 8 product families.

We worked with Cartier to create a showcase film presenting their line-up for Watches and Wonders, Geneva 2023. We designed eight animated sculptures and digital landscapes which serve as borderless environments to explore the physics and atmosphere of each watch family. As the camera dynamically moves through each world, the audience encounters the carefully crafted details of each model interacting with our sculptures. This creates a journey through time and space, producing a CGI experience which defies reality as we know it.

Interstitial wear

CGI and 3D animation for the global launch of the Zig CR shoe by Maison Margiela and Reebok. First launched during the Artisanal SS19 show, the ongoing collaboration between Maison Margiela and Reebok is reinforced once again by a new silhouette in SS22 – the Zig CR. As part of its global launch, bus.group were asked to bring the new model to life, revealing its form with fly-through intimacy and the trio of colour-ways that are now available to purchase worldwide.

Mercedes Big in Tech

bus.group directed the imagery and animations for the Big (In) Tech campaign, a digital initiative by Mercedes-Benz showcasing the cutting-edge features of their 2023 Compact Car Range through technical precision and creative storytelling. The campaign focuses on three innovative technologies: MBUX (voice recognition and intelligent computing), intelligent LED headlights, and immersive BURMESTER speakers. Each 15 second film offers a distinct, abstract interpretation of these features — fluid cloudscapes for MBUX, vibrant prisms for the LED headlights, and pulsating soundscapes for the BURMESTER speakers.

Mercedes Big in Tech

bus.group directed the imagery and animations for the Big (In) Tech campaign, a digital initiative by Mercedes-Benz showcasing the cutting-edge features of their 2023 Compact Car Range through technical precision and creative storytelling. The campaign focuses on three innovative technologies: MBUX (voice recognition and intelligent computing), intelligent LED headlights, and immersive BURMESTER speakers. Each 15 second film offers a distinct, abstract interpretation of these features — fluid cloudscapes for MBUX, vibrant prisms for the LED headlights, and pulsating soundscapes for the BURMESTER speakers.

bus.group collaborated with directors Haw-lin Services to create a series of 
13 films for Cartier’s “Culture of Design” collection, highlighting seven iconic watches and jewelry pieces through precise, high-contrast visuals and robotic camera movements. Each film embodies Cartier’s obsession with Pure Lines, Precious Details, Precise Shapes, and Perfect Proportions, capturing the essence of the collection with an emphasis on minimalist aesthetics. The robotic camera movements reveal the pieces in unexpected ways, zooming in on intricate details and textures before pulling back to showcase their full elegance. Dynamic lighting enhances the high-contrast imagery, transforming each piece into a sculptural masterpiece.

Telepathic Instruments Orchid

We developed and produced the product imagery and animations for the Orchid synthesizer, the inaugural creation by Telepathic Instruments, founded by Kevin Parker of Tame Impala. The Orchid, described as an "ideas machine," combines retro aesthetics with cutting-edge functionality, designed to inspire musicians and expand creative possibilities. Our work captures the unique identity of the Orchid through a series of stills and animations that highlight its design, features, and retro-futuristic vibe.

Telepathic Instruments Orchid

We developed and produced the product imagery and animations for the Orchid synthesizer, the inaugural creation by Telepathic Instruments, founded by Kevin Parker of Tame Impala. The Orchid, described as an "ideas machine," combines retro aesthetics with cutting-edge functionality, designed to inspire musicians and expand creative possibilities. Our work captures the unique identity of the Orchid through a series of stills and animations that highlight its design, features, and retro-futuristic vibe.

Renault R5VOLUTION Campaign

bus.group directed and produced three videos for Renault’s R5DESIGNED campaign, celebrating the iconic Renault 5 with a retro-futuristic twist. Building upon the vibrant Yellow '5' world previously created by the studio, each film highlights unique aspects of the car. The first film focuses on the Renault 5’s sleek aesthetics and distinctive features, such as its signature lighting, innovative e-shifter, and the bold interplay of retro and futuristic design elements. The second film emphasizes the car’s dynamic electric performance, showcasing its agility and cutting-edge technology through fluid camera tracking and stunning light shows. The third film explores the car’s enhanced interior space, featuring flexible seating arrangements and charming French-inspired details like the iconic flag integrated into the headlight.

Tuning (back) up

CGI and 3D animation for the 2022 edition of PITCH.

After an extended period of distance between bodies and movement, bus.group were asked to create visuals for the returning music and arts festival in Victoria, Australia. We worked with PITCH to produce a playful 3D-driven film that combines surreal materialities against minimalist studio environments.

"Bringing together a community of like-minded individuals for our fifth edition, we welcome you back to the tranquil Grampian plains for an aural experience of electronic music and an assembly of visual delights."

Maison Margiela x Timex T80

Maison Margiela approached us to direct and produce a series of animations for the MM6 Maison Margiela x Timex T80 collaboration, reimagining Timex’s iconic digital watch through the avant-garde lens of MM6. The project includes two 10-second films, as well as supporting visuals for the campaign, featuring a mix of blurred motion, light distortions, and sharp steel reflections.

Maison Margiela x Timex T80

Maison Margiela approached us to direct and produce a series of animations for the MM6 Maison Margiela x Timex T80 collaboration, reimagining Timex’s iconic digital watch through the avant-garde lens of MM6. The project includes two 10-second films, as well as supporting visuals for the campaign, featuring a mix of blurred motion, light distortions, and sharp steel reflections.

Is vodka a carb?

Direction and production of a concept film by the House of Carbonadi.

Carbonadi revitalises the process of spirit production in its unique integration of the black diamond. Passed through 2,000 carats of ‘carbonados’, the processes removes impurities that standard filtration methods cannot to produce a supremely clean spirit. bus.group produced and directed a short film that illuminates Carbonadi’s vision, revealing its conceptual craft via a study of textures and crawling sequences.

Baggage Surfer

bus.group created a variety of playful visuals for the German suitcase manufacturer Rimowa.

The iconic brand presents their Essential Suitcases in a special series of social media videos.

Baggage Surfer

bus.group created a variety of playful visuals for the German suitcase manufacturer Rimowa.

The iconic brand presents their Essential Suitcases in a special series of social media videos.

We collaborated closely with the Mercedes-Benz design team to develop in-store visuals for each of their sub-brands — Mercedes-Benz AG, Mercedes-Maybach and Mercedes-AMG — each tailored to express its unique design.

For AMG's performance luxury, fluid carbon lines meet bold highlights.

Maybach Atelier Shanghai

We developed digital dreamscapes for the Maybach Atelier Shanghai to create an exclusive luxury experience far beyond a typical dealership. The world's first Maybach Flagship store is fully outfitted with screens that seamlessly integrate our animations into the space. Running continuously, the visuals transition through dynamic landscapes reflecting the passage of day and night. Interspersed throughout are short, captivating moments—floating pieces of cloth, mushrooms growing, or abstract liquid formations of color coatings—that bring an additional layer of surprise and artistry to the immersive experience.

Lancôme Beauty

bus.group created a video showcasing Lancôme's L’Absolu Rouge Drama Matte. Our goal was to capture the luxurious texture and vibrant colors of the lipstick, embodying the elegance of Lancôme.

Renault R5VOLUTION Teaser

bus.group had the privilege of creating captivating visuals for the much-anticipated launch of Renault's new electric model, the R5.

Our team poured creativity and expertise into crafting visuals that not only showcase the sleek design and cutting-edge features of the R5 but also embody the spirit of innovation that defines Renault. Our goal was to elevate the launch experience and leave a lasting impression on enthusiasts and future electric car owners alike.

Swatch Break Free

bus.group directed and produced four unique 15-second animations for Swatch’s Break Free campaign, a homage to the 1984 Swatch Breakdance Championship that featured original artwork by Keith Haring. Each animation showcases the artistic visions of notable artists—Hattie Stewart, Kimou Meyer (Grotesk), Thandiwe Muriu, and Bao Ho (Simple Bao)—with their designs creatively applied to the watches. These clips feature unique avatars, each adorned with the artist-designed watches, performing breakdance routines in bespoke outfits against the backdrop of colorful studios. A locked-on camera stays fixed on the watch, keeping it centered even as the avatar moves around it.

Big guru energy

CGI and 3D animation for the 50+50 anniversary campaign of SCI-ARC.

Across a year-long programme of events and initiatives, the world-renowned school of architecture looks in both directions to celebrate its past and future. bus.group developed an accompanying visual presence that gives collective voice to the junctions of 50+50: morphing messiah, holy water and cultish monuments included.

Away

bus.group created a series of videos for Away, designed to highlight the functionality, style and range of their travel essentials.

Just in ‘case

CGI and 3D animation for the first chapter of the Rimowa Design Prize, designed by zak.group.

The Rimowa Design Prize – launching its first chapter from October 2022 to April 2023 – is a collaboration with 15 top design universities. Each will be offering its students the opportunity to showcase work around their interpretation of Rimowa’s grand theme of ‘mobility’. For this special occasion, we sculpted and animated a 3D interpretation of the prize’s fine-lined logo by zak.group.

Fang Gang CGI for the fourth album by Post Malone, ‘Twelve Carat Toothache’.Released last Friday via Republic Records, the rapper and singer finds darker introspection in his latest LP. Across the fourteen-track record, Post Malone battles with depression, addiction and the gleeful lows of fame. In collaboration with PlayLab, bus.group have gnawed typography into the album’s visual accompaniment.

Termino

The innovative German kitchen manufacturer Termino brought us onboard to develop and produce a series of product stills along with several short mood videos for their modular kitchen systems. We captured their modules with moody lighting, and soft blurs to highlight their versatility and sleek, minimalist aesthetic.

A3 Festival 2024

A3 Festival commissioned bus.group to direct and produce the launch TVC and social media visual assets to promote its 2024 edition, centered around the themes of enlightenment and sensory stimulation. At the core of the project is a speculative A3 amulet, designed and animated to embody the harmony between audio, visual, and spatial disciplines. The video showcases a humanoid character whose interaction with the amulet represents a transformative sensory experience.

Melodic ecologies

CGI and 3D animation for the album artwork of band Jeans for Jesus.

19xx_2xxx_ is the third LP of Swiss band J4J. For the supporting imagery, bus.group transformed 3D scans of the band members into eco-mythical figureheads.

ICONICALLY EMO

bus.group has created a painfully sharp animation announcing Anne Imhof’s 2023 solo exhibition at Sprüth Magers titled EMO. We’ve deconstructed Zak Group’s typeface into metal shards and tossed them around before we let them galvanize into 100% emotionally stable words again.

Let's connect on a higher fabric

Our collaboration with Otto Resource involved enhancing their textile archive's visual identity. Through meticulous graphic editing, we curated modern visuals that honor the brand's heritage. Our work exemplifies a fusion of tradition and innovation, creating a captivating narrative for the brand's future.

From A to V

CGI and 3D animation for the Mono V utensil series.

Founded over 125 years ago, the heritage German cutlery company expands its lettering of cuts to a new series of utensils. Mono V introduces a technology of precision to expand its production method. bus.group have developed a set of stills and animations that introduce their form.

Mercedes Big in Tech

bus.group directed the imagery and animations for the Big (In) Tech campaign, a digital initiative by Mercedes-Benz showcasing the cutting-edge features of their 2023 Compact Car Range through technical precision and creative storytelling. The campaign focuses on three innovative technologies: MBUX (voice recognition and intelligent computing), intelligent LED headlights, and immersive BURMESTER speakers. Each 15 second film offers a distinct, abstract interpretation of these features — fluid cloudscapes for MBUX, vibrant prisms for the LED headlights, and pulsating soundscapes for the BURMESTER speakers.

Gurtenfestival 2024

bus.group were invited to direct and produce the colourful experience that is Gurtenfestival. The psychedelic outcome is the result of skilfully composed CGI environments, AI graphics, organic simulations and 2D post effects.

Pitch Festival 2024

bus.group crafted visuals for the 7th Edition of Pitch Music and Arts Festival 2024. This year we juxtaposed nature’s organic sophistication and the structured aesthetic of industrial elements.

Forward Festival Titles

We created the title sequence for Forward Festival 2024. Drawing inspiration from the untouched beauty of the desert landscape and the adventurous spirit of camping in its vast terrain.

Socioglyphic content

CGI and 3D animation for Instagram’s new 3D-driven identity directed to their creators.

The dedicated project provides users an active network of conferences, tutorials, interviews and content for those looking to publish on the platform.

bus.group transformed the Instagram glyph into a fluid, iridescent emblem for the sub-brand’s launch.

Beethoven’s gemstone

CGI and 3D animation for the visual framework of Musikfest Berlin.

During the Beethoven jubilee year, the month-long programme pulls together instrumental and vocal ensembles as part of its orchestral festival for the music of our times. For the 2020 edition, bus.group developed a trail of 3D imagery that encrusted rock around its rhythm.

Lucid Daydreaming: Transcending the Confines of Self

In recognition of this year’s Istanbul Biennale and Contemporary Istanbul, opening on September 13th, Otto Resource c/o Adam Barnard invites bus.group to present Lucid Daydreaming, an animated short film spanning ideas of confinement, change, and liberation.

Hosted by KİRALIK DEPO, Istanbul, the exhibition’s site-specific centerpiece — a towering LED screen titled Trip Wall — is contextualized by an improvised soundtrack from Istanbul Ghetto Club. Juxtaposed against the A-OR02 Meditative Pedestal by @actetm and Otto Resource c/o Adam Barnard, Lucid Daydreaming is part of a matrix of items that culminate to help attendees reconfigure their own perception of self.

With the video built around the Sportsaware Top — a cropped training jersey — Lucid Daydreaming renders visual landscapes of distinctive, yet correlated dream worlds, and questions reality, illusion, solidity, and plasticity.

Watch me Wonder

Direction, Art Direction, and CGI Production for Cartier's Watches and Wonders ’23 video featuring CGI worlds for over 20 new models inside 8 product families.

We worked with Cartier to create a showcase film presenting their line-up for Watches and Wonders, Geneva 2023. We designed eight animated sculptures and digital landscapes which serve as borderless environments to explore the physics and atmosphere of each watch family. As the camera dynamically moves through each world, the audience encounters the carefully crafted details of each model interacting with our sculptures. This creates a journey through time and space, producing a CGI experience which defies reality as we know it.