3D Designer - Scenic and Production Design

About the role

FIRST, a global brand experience agency, is looking for a 3D Designer to create scenic and production designs for events such as conferences, exhibitions, experiential activations and digital campaigns. The role works closely with the Creative Studio Director and Senior Designers, and covers projects across multiple regions and time zones.

Key responsibilities

• Own a variety of 3D, scenic and production design projects, from concept to finished design
• Brainstorm with the Creative Studio Director and Senior Designer and contribute design concepts
• Create original scenic designs and main stage presentation spaces from the ground up
• Produce floorplans, technical drawings, 3D models and shop drawings that meet project specs and brand guidelines
• Maintain organized files and documentation for all design projects
• Pick up existing projects and own all 3D elements, and work with creative and technical production teams
• Communicate design intent clearly and contribute to internal case studies

Required profile

• 2-5+ years of overall 3D design experience, preferably at a leading experiential agency
• Advanced knowledge of stage and environmental design and event and scenic design drafting
• Knowledge of architecture and/or interior design, and of event décor and furniture rental vendors
• Ability to work under pressure, with global teams across time zones, and to handle client relationships professionally

Required skills

• SketchUp and Adobe Creative Cloud (advanced)
• D5 or Endscape preferred but not required
• Vectorworks, Rhino, Cinema 4D and Unreal Engine preferred
• Scenic rental and fabrication techniques

What we offer

• Private healthcare (medical and dental) from day 1 and annual health screening
• 20 days annual leave plus public holiday
• Employee assistance program, wellness stipend, volunteer day and life insurance
• Mobile phone allowance and discretionary bonus structure
• Opportunities to work on projects across 7 countries, including London, New York and Singapore