Established in 1968, Imagination is an independent creative agency with 19 offices and award-winning results worldwide. We are a dynamic organisation, evolving in response to the changing needs of clients. Our name is our promise delivered by our people, who are drawn from every discipline to work in one common purpose. We are united by a belief in the creative power of the mind and the transformative value of experiences. We create more effective engagement that builds relationships between people and brands, products and services, towards delivering greater value for our clients. We do so by transforming business through creativity.
Client team:
Operating as the new business function for Imagination EMEA the team consists of eight full-time members of staff supported by 2d, 3d and digital staff, as well as contract staff when required. We work across all sectors and with a multitude of clients, making for a varied and exciting creative environment.
The team works on wide range of creative projects such as brand experiences, exhibitions, events and product launches, with creative solutions drawn from 3d, 2d and digital/social. The creative team demonstrate a proven track record in innovative and inspirational creativity. Collaborating with the internal teams of account management, production management and other specialist departments within Imagination, as well as external contractors and suppliers, the team develop and deliver numerous pitches, proposals and projects every year.
Detailed responsibilities:
support creative team to develop innovative concept designs in response to client or internal briefs under the guidance and direction of the creative director
produce high quality renders to describe and illustrate creative responses
produce design intent working drawings
support preparation of high quality presentation documents and boards
source/research mood imagery and materials to support creative response
develop a good understanding of Imagination processes and internal working relations and comply with such processes
maintain/develop a thorough knowledge of respective client brand values
keep abreast of developments in cutting-edge architecture, design, digital, brand experience and associated creative fields, maintaining an inquisitive and passionate interest
the ability to mentor junior team members
Experience and skills required:
an interior, architecture, exhibition or environmental design qualification at degree level is essential
previous design agency experience is required
3D experience working on major corporate global luxury brands in retail, architecture, interior and exhibition design environments is preferable
candidates should be able to support multiple design projects concurrently
a basic understanding of brands and communication of brands is essential
useful to have an understanding of different media which form part of an overall creative response: graphics, multimedia, experiential and lighting
excellent communication skills
your visualisation skills should be second to none and an ability to represent concepts quickly and effectively is essential to the role
knowledge of SketchUp, Vectorworks, Cinema4D and Adobe Creative Suite, (Photoshop and InDesign) preferred. Should also be proficient in Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Word and Excel an advantage
excellent ability to sketch, visualise, solve design problems and communicate fluently
team player, must be flexible, positive and helpful
relentless passion and desire to continually produce world-class quality design work
excellent attention to detail
language skills also advantageous
Our values:
Imagination has values that set us apart from other communications agencies. These values and talents are the reason we stand out, they demonstrate what we stand for and are the things we most want to be known for. They are:
Inspiring
We breathe life into ideas, creating exciting opportunities.
Insightful
We demonstrate a deep understanding in all we do.
Committed
We work together, delivering positive results for Imagination.
Collaborative
We are totally dedicated to Imagination, our clients and our work.
Application deadline: August 27, 2015
How to apply
Email or post your CV and portfolio to Paulo Pimentel, Imagination Ltd, 25 Store Street, London WC1E 7BL
paulo.pimentel@imagination.com