HKD is a Margate-based, award-winning, museum and exhibition design studio.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone to gain hands on experience in a dynamic design studio working on diverse and exciting international and national projects.
We are currently looking for a talented, enthusiastic junior designer/CAD technician, with a background in architecture or interior design. You will need a good eye for detail, great CAD skills and a passion for museums and science centres.
Key skills needed:
fully proficient in AutoCAD and Sketchup
knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Microsoft Office
an ability to work independently, as well as take direction
good communication skills
ability to work flexibly within a small company
strong interest in museums and science centres
flair for design
Role:
We would offer a range of experience for the right candidate. We are looking for a dynamic individual who enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team. The initial role will be to support senior designers working on all stages of any given project from concept to production.
This will include creating models and visuals which communicate design ideas at key project stages. Delivering drawing packages for production, reviewing shop drawings and liaising with clients, suppliers and contractors.
As a studio we work hard – we play hard. In addition to our commissioned work we run a social enterprise to create our own projects supporting innovation and cultural change.
Salary will be based on experience. Start will be immediate, initial contract will be for six months based in our Margate studio.
Application deadline: August 23, 2015
How to apply
Reply to info@hkd.uk.com – please put Junior Designer in the subject line. Include a covering letter, your CV and some samples from your current portfolio.
Submissions must be under 5MB.
Sorry we will only be able to respond to the candidates invited for interview.