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DESIGNER (remote)

Posted 8 days ago

Principle Colour and Materials Designer
Duration: 6 Months FTC
Location: Woking - Hybrid (2 days remote)
Division: Design
Research market sector, Lifestyles, Design and Social Trends for current and future programmes
~ Design breath-taking products that tell the visual story of their function".
Communicate and progress critical issues to the Chief Designer, Design Operations Manager & Design Director.
Work within the wider Design, CAS, Clay & Engineering teams; Offer input into the creation and update of design standards & process.
Input into Design Strategy
Present & sell Colour & Materials concepts to senior management and up to Executive level.
Assist to Instilling the design statement, pillars & principles to create a strong future design identity.
Create and deliver the C&M Design research report and Design Intent Report for all programs
Deliver Target samples and support Design Quality in delivery of Master Samples for all colours & materials
Reconcile design intent, quality & manufacturing feasibility with engineering and commercial requirements.
A University Degree in Art and Design or equivalent, with extensive experience as a Colour and Material Designer
Excellent experience leading and coaching a high-performance team working within tight deadlines
Solid OEM experience working in a design department of an Automotive company
Highly creative with excellent colour vision, colour harmony and an intuitive understanding of perceived value and craftsmanship
Significant knowledge of automotive/industrial colours and materials
Presentation skills to explain and express design intention
High Level of competence in using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Microsoft Office
Strong project planning/management skills essential
Excellent understanding of Colour & Materials and vehicle design.
Must possess a genuine passion for pushing the boundaries in Colour and Materials Design
Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*
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