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Bill Amberg studio is seeking a designer to join its team in London.

Working across our portfolio of bespoke interiors, furniture and products, the designer’s primary role is to facilitate the smooth running of a busy studio and workshop, and to help the business deliver projects on time and within budget.

The role requires some customer-facing involvement. As such, we are looking for personable candidates with a broad interest and a keen eye for design, who are looking to grow professionally within a continuously evolving business.

Responsibilities:

• to assist the head of design by meeting with clients, receiving briefs and understanding/communicating their requirements
• to compile comprehensive concepts comprising suggested designs, materials, colourways and manufacturers, and to present these to the HOD and client
• to produce detailed sketches, CAD drawings and final technical design specifications
• to work directly with manufacturers, model makers or the BAS workshop to generate prototypes, and with renderers to produce visuals
• to work with the production manager and estimator to ensure that each project reaches final production, promptly, efficiently and to budget
• to archive all materials, manufacturers and leathers in an up-to-date library of resources, and send samples out to customers when needed
• to conduct ad hoc research and information gathering through visits to trade shows
• to manage the BAS image library and provide images to various stakeholders when necessary
• to carefully maintain and evolve the Bill Amberg Studio brand design language in collaboration with others
• work with marketing and sales departments on website and graphics projects where necessary

Primary skill requirements:

• BA Hons degree in design-related areas with proficiency in CAD drawing packages such as AutoCAD or similar, and pencil sketches
• some understanding of basic IT infrastructure. Able to identify problems and send requests to IT support
• proven understanding of manufacturing processes and knowledge of production methods and materials
• excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• superior organisational skills
• a working knowledge of MS Office (particularly Excel)
• must be self-motivated, with an interest in Design, and have an ability to work well in a small, dynamic team
• exceptional attention to detail, plus a friendly and proactive attitude
• the right to live and work in the UK
• english fluency essential, other languages an advantage

Secondary skill requirements:

• familiar with Ecommerce management
• basic photography skills is an advantage
• two plus years’ related work experience in interior, furniture, design/accessories and product development
• some experience using a CMS system to check / update websites (Joomla, WordPress etc.)
• page construction using front or back-end website editor (visual composer) HTML, CSS
• valid UK drivers’ license and should be willing to drive a transit van

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter explaining why you are suited to the role to Ned Ingham via the ‘apply for job’ button below.

www.billamberg.com

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