Freelance Technical Designer

3 days ago


London, United Kingdom STUDIO XAG Full time

Studio XAG is looking for freelance Technical Designers/Draught-persons to add to our roster to help us technically realise the show stopping storytelling we are famous for.

Does this sound like you? Then please get in touch.

**Who are we?**

We are Studio XAG.

We work with brands to create the extraordinary, to stop people in their tracks and to provoke a reaction. We bring stories to life across pop ups, window displays and immersive experiences. Everything we do is designed to inspire and excite. From the initial concept, to the finishing touches of an install, we make every detail count.

We are on the journey to becoming a Certified B Corp. We believe in business as a force for good not just profit and we are committed to having a positive impact on the people in our business, and the planet, through our work. We nurture our teams and want your experience at Studio XAG to be the best work of your life and a platform for your career wherever that may lead you.

**The Role**

You would be supporting a small team working within our production department seeing projects fabricated in our own workshop on a daily basis. The work is varied and interesting with a huge range of materials and finishes to be explored.

**Responsibilities will include**:

- Supporting our Senior Technical Designer and Production studio
- Advising on projects at StudioXAG giving technical/construction advice and solving problems
- Bridging the gap between creative design and fabrication
- Producing technical drawings, CAD/CAM files for CAD/CAM processes
- Solving technical problems, specifying materials fixings and manufacturing techniques
- Helping to deliver fully resolved technical/construction drawings to both our in-house construction team and outsourced specialist contractors
- Working closely with Project/Production Managers on budgets and costings for entire projects to make sure technical and creative integrity is maintained
- Helping to oversee quality control on production jobs
- Liaising with suppliers and Project Managers to ensure projects are well communicated and on-track when required

**Who are we looking for?**

We’re looking for skilled and competent freelancers who have a hunger for creating beautiful work.
- Have a minimum of 2 years technical design experience preferably within retail display/shop-fitting or exhibition/events or staging industries
- An expert knowledge of CAD Software - preferably Rhino & Solidworks and an ability to use Sketchup
- Experience in creating 3D models
- Significant experience in creating and reading construction drawings quickly and to a high standard
- Expert knowledge of CNC processes and how to create drawings for them
- An active interest in all areas of design, with experience and knowledge in a variety of different design practices
- An excellent understanding of fabrication, materials and assembly processes

**Location**:
Either at our workshop 5 Argall Avenue, E10 7QE or working remotely.

**Hours**:
9-6pm Monday - Friday (depending on work required)

**Salary**:
**Inclusion & Diversity**

Like what you see?

We can’t wait to meet you

**Job Type**: Freelance

**Salary**: £200.00-£350.00 per day

**Benefits**:

- Work from home

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

**Experience**:

- Technical Design: 2 years (required)

Reference ID: Freelance Technical Designer



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