Our client is an innovative and pioneering gallery specialising in original, contemporary furniture design and collectable works. Championing leading international artists, architects, and designers (both emerging and world-renowned) the Studio has built a strong reputation for producing exceptional, museum-quality pieces.
The Studio is now seeking a highly motivated Production Assistant with strong technical knowledge of furniture construction, materials, and production methods to support its Production team across a wide range of projects.
The Role
Working closely with the Production team, artists, suppliers and workshops, the Production Assistant will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of bespoke furniture, lighting and sculptural works to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities include to:
* Provide administrative and practical support to the Production Team across multiple projects
* Process quotations, purchase orders and invoices
* Liaise with suppliers, manufacturers, workshops and artists
* Assist with exhibition and fair planning, installations and de-installations
* Organise domestic and international transport of furniture, lighting, sculpture and samples
* Generate renders and visuals to support the gallery sales team
* Source new suppliers and manufacturers
Skills & Experience required by the Production Assistant:
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills
* Strong planning, organisational and multitasking abilities
* Ability to interpret sketches and technical drawings
* Proficiency in MS Office, AdobeCS, Rhino 3D, KeyShot and/or V-Ray
* Strong knowledge of materials and production processes, including bronze, wood, steel, resin and decorative finishes
* Experience producing luxury, bespoke, or limited-edition sculptural furniture, lighting or accessories
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected studio at the forefront of contemporary design, working on distinctive and ambitious projects in a collaborative, hands-on environment. Full salary package can be discussed with the recruiter before deciding whether to move forward with your application