London, UK
Designer
at Jason Bruges Studio
Jason Bruges Studio is looking for a designer to join its team in London.
Jason Bruges Studio has become internationally renowned for producing innovative installations, interventions and ground-breaking works. Their practice involves creating interactive spaces and surfaces that sit between the world of architecture, site-specific installation art and interaction design.
Jason Bruges is the creative director of Jason Bruges Studio, which he founded in April 2002. He leads a pioneering team of architects, designers, creative technologists, programmers, computational designers and engineers to design and build ground-breaking installations across the world. The design studio and in-house workshop are based in London Fields, east London.
We are looking for a highly skilled and solution-focused designer from an architecture, fine art and/or product/interaction design background, working across a variety of exciting international commissions, from smaller temporary installations to permanent architectural-scale works. You will be part of the design team working closely with the senior designers and creative directors to develop designs from concept to completion.
The role also involves a certain amount of experimentation, prototyping and basic electronics, as no project is the same. A sense of resilience and humour are a must as we approach everything we do with exploration and excitement.
The role:
- work with the senior designer and design team to determine briefs, develop concept designs and narratives for a variety of art and design commissions
- undertake research to determine requirements to help form design concepts
- prepare sketches, designs, basic prototypes and production methods to present to management and the client
- effectively communicate design rationale and iterations
- work within timelines and budgets for all design stages of work
- carry out testing and prototyping, to test concept viability
- produce CAD drawings
- assist with the delivery of onsite installations where required
Skills and experience required:
- designer with strong storytelling, concept development and visualisation skills
- three to five years of working experience in design, architecture and/ or multidisciplinary creative studio
- experience in delivering large multi-stakeholder projects on time and on budget
- demonstrate professional client liaison and good time management skills
- exceptional design skills and ability to present and communicate ideas clearly
- confident in switching between multiple tasks at any one time
- ability to develop concepts and find the best way of producing them
- experience of working with interactive environments
- strong understanding of materials and manufacturing process
- ability to read and interpret architectural plans and specifications
- experience of design projects that have progressed from concept design through to production
- high proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite such as InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, as well as Microsoft Office software – Word, Excel, Powerpoint
- knowledge of Rhino, Cinema4D an added plus
- manage multiple, concurrent projects in a fast-paced yet fun work environment
Behaviours:
- a genuine interest in the interactive art installation sector
- keeping up to date with developments in design and technology
- a flexible and creative approach to working within a team and with clients
- impeccable communication and able to transfer complex scenarios into layman’s terms
- keeping up to date with developments in design/architectural regulations
- self-starter and ability to inspire and motivate others
- analytical and thorough work ethic
- commercial awareness
What we offer:
- 20 days annual leave plus one for birthday/one extra day A/L after two years’ service, up to maximum of five days
- private health care packages
- business mobile phone
- automatic enrolment in NEST pension scheme
- free weekly yoga
- cycle to work scheme
- annual eye check-up
- quarterly museum/gallery trips
- maternity/paternity package
Jason Bruges Studio has in place an equal opportunities policy implemented in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, whereby we are committed to providing equality of opportunity in our employment practices and procedures by respecting and valuing the positive impact a diverse workforce brings to our culture. We aim to avoid unlawful discrimination being suffered by our employees, job applicants, clients, customers, workers or volunteers.
We will strive to ensure that our work environment remains positive, free from harassment and bullying, and that everyone is treated with dignity and respect at all times in maintaining and sustaining equal opportunities and diversity in employment.
We offer a competitive salary for the right candidate.
To apply, please send your CV, cover letter and portfolio of relevant work via the apply for job button below, marking the application JBS_DES_0823.