Thank you for your interest in Charcoalblue! We are looking for enthusiastic freelancers with experience in Digital Design to join our Experience Design and Strategy freelance pool. This position is based in the United Kingdom.
Full details of the role can be found below.
To apply, please complete the online application form and submit a short resume and cover letter addressing the below prompts:
Which of your previous experiences would you highlight as being particularly relevant to this role?
What interests you about working for Charcoalblue?
In your experience as a designer or developer, how has your creative vision come through to have a positive impact on a project?
How will your approach to collaborative working ensure success in this role?
Your day rate in line with your experience.
We look forward to receiving your application! Initial interviews will likely be held virtually in September. Time and date will be confirmed for short-listed candidates. A task may be set for those invited to interview.
A fast-growing part of our work is delivering software based digital tools and solutions to clients, as well as developing tools to improve our own design workflows. Examples include custom VR and AR development, building interactive applications in Unity, web-based applications, renders and visualisations and custom plug-ins for design software and digital prototyping environments.
The team at Charcoalblue is called Digital Studio, and this exciting area provides an opportunity for connection between our expertise in the built environment and emerging technologies, as well as interfacing with Research and Development initiatives and opportunities. With innovation at the core of our company values, we are always looking for new ideas and initiatives to push the boundaries of design in our industry.
You are an ideal candidate if you are an innovative problem solver with a good foundational knowledge of programming. You will use object-oriented scripting languages, such as C#, primarily for real-time 3D development platforms, such as Unity. You will work with a variety of other designers and team members, and you will bring a more holistic approach to developing solutions and digital projects. As part of a small, agile, and dynamic team, you will be expected to take initiative, drive your work independently, and provide creative input to support development efforts and project success.
You are innovative in developing concepts and ideas for internal design tools and assets and, as you develop your skills and experience, you may have the opportunity to become a project lead for a specific product. You must be a clear communicator, action-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable with ambiguity.
Create, edit, and optimise 3D models, including rendering, visualisation, and the import and export of BIM and other industry-standard file formats.
Input on design projects where digital design services are required, such as VR visualizations, interactive modelling, or bespoke digital solutions.
Work with external companies and subcontractors, such as programmers, developers, and graphic designers on larger collaborative projects.
Be self-motivated in your own research, expanding your knowledge of digital technology, theatre, and the construction industry.
This list is not intended to be exhaustive and may be subject to alteration over time as we develop the service.
We are open to receiving applications from candidates with a varied range of experience and education. If you meet most of the qualifications below, we encourage you to apply:
Minimum 3 years of demonstrable experience working in computer programming, computational architecture, game development, design research, technical design, or related field.
Experience working with 3D CAD software and producing basic renders or animations, software packages such as AutoCAD, 3DS studio max, blender or similar software.
Experience working with collaborative working tools, such as Miro, Asana, Figma, and G-suite.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, such as Computer Programming, Game Design, Game Development, Architectural Technology, Audiovisual design, Engineering or Computer science, or Computational Architecture would be advantageous.
This freelance engagement is anticipated to be approximately 2-3 days per week, with an initial 3-month term with the potential for the scope and duration of the engagement to extend depending on project requirements and upcoming opportunities.
As soon as possible
We are committed to becoming an increasingly inclusive organization. We continuously work to eliminate unfair and discriminatory practices within the company while encouraging full and equal contributions from our diverse community.
Our mission is to foster an inclusive ethos by creating a welcoming work environment across our global practice. We provide recruitment opportunities that are open to all and encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds to ensure our global team reflects the clients we collaborate with and the communities we serve.
If you require this application in a different format or need support during the application process, please contact Natalia Abril at [email protected] or via telephone at +44 (0)20 7928 0000. If you have any questions about accessibility or how the role may accommodate your personal circumstances, please reach out.
Charcoalblue strives to provide an environment free from discrimination and is committed to ensuring that all clients and customers can access the services and products we offer, across our three regions. We believe that all individuals – employees and clients alike – are entitled to be treated with respect and dignity.
