Salary: dependent on experience
Are you a textile design graduate, with a passion for contemporary design, looking for an opportunity to work in a market leading textile business?
An exciting opportunity to work for Kirkby Design, an emerging design house at The Romo Group is currently open. As Kirkby Design continues to grow into an influential brand, pushing the boundaries of contemporary textile design, we are seeking a passionate and organised graduate to join the studio on a six month placement. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and busy design studio working alongside a team of designers on a variety of tasks.
Family run since 1902, The Romo Group specialises in the supply of furnishing fabrics and wall-coverings to both the domestic and contract markets. Kirkby Design is a young and dynamic brand with its own in-house studio developing a mixture of unique, versatile, distinctive, and playful fabrics. For more details on our brand please visit our website.
The successful applicant will work alongside the brand director and senior designer; the main responsibility will be assisting the design team in ensuring the smooth operation of the studio. There will also, however, be opportunities to assist in creative processes where possible including design work, photo shoots and event/exhibition planning.
To be successful in this role The Romo Group are seeking proactive candidates who are highly creative and educated to a degree level with a 2.1 or higher in textile design. Candidates will also need to demonstrate the ability to work well as part of a team, have flexibility with their work approach and demonstrate strong organisational and communication skills.
Application deadline: December 15, 2015
How to apply
If you believe you have the skills and experience that match our role, please submit an up to date CV and covering letter demonstrating your experience and interest in this role. In addition to support your application we would also require you to submit portfolios and recent examples of your work. Please send these directly to jordan.mould@kirkbydesign.com.