Designer - 1 Year Fixed Term Contract

Showcase is an award-winning independent furniture dealer, providing consultancy, procurement and installation services to all market sectors and businesses of various shapes and sizes.

We deliver design led and inspiring workspaces that transform the way businesses work, providing the best possible solutions for our clients – it’s at the heart of what we do.

Our highly experienced team are committed to providing a bespoke service, focusing on innovation, integrity, and exceptional customer services.

The Showcase team are passionate furniture enthusiasts who work with you to deliver the very best solutions. Our team of experts pursue extreme attention to detail in design, supply, project management, installation and after sales customer service.

The Role

Responsible for producing accurate drawings which meet the company design guidelines and provide a service excellence which meets our customer requirements. Fully supporting the sales team and Directors. This is 1 year fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.

The Candidate We Are Looking For

We are looking for a collaborative and creative individual that is confident and adaptable. The role requires a detail orientated and focused designer with a passion and focus to work within both the public sector (Education & universities, local authorities, libraries) & commercial sector (Banks, law firms, and other corporate organisation) of our business. Good communication skills and the willingness to visit sites and meet clients is also essential.

Key duties & responsibilities:

• Produce furniture layouts based on client briefs from concept to installation
• Co-ordinate design layouts with external design firms, including Architects and Designers
• 3D visualisation
• Bespoke product design
• Preparation of presentation material (Mood boards, Product books, Pitch documents)
• Be receptive and adaptable to a changing environment within a fast paced industry.
• On site visits and surveys
  
  

Professional Experience And Skills

• Qualification to Degree Level or equivalent within a design related discipline.
• Good spatial awareness.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to coordinate work and information across different communication mediums.
• Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD
• Experience of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Good Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to collaborate on projects and integrate feedback.
• Keeping up with industry trends.
• Good visual, written, and verbal communication skills.
• A keen eye for detail and good organisation skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks, communicate well, progress and meet deadlines.
• The ability to effectively take direction and work both collaboratively and autonomously.
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Extremely motivated
• Adaptable and thrives with variety and change
• Honest and trustworthy
• Committed and hard-working
• Open to feedback and ideas
• Confident to offer continuous improvement suggestions
• Clear communicator
• Quick learner
• Determined
• Good sense of humour