Job Title: Production Designer
Reports to: Head of Draughting
Job Summary
To work collaboratively with Project Managers, Workshop, Production and Design teams to convert client briefs into accurate, buildable and install-ready drawing packages for manufacture, CNC production and onsite installation. The role supports the successful delivery of high-quality event and exhibition projects through effective technical design, drawing control and material specification.
Key Relationships
- Reporting to Head of Draughting
- Working closely with Project Managers, Workshop team and clients
Main Responsibilities
- Produce accurate construction drawings and technical drawing packs for workshop manufacture and onsite installation.
- Produce CNC-ready layouts and production files.
- Produce site layouts and installation documentation.
- Translate client concepts and briefs into technically feasible designs.
- Specify appropriate materials and construction methods.
- Maintain drawing standards, revision controls, naming conventions and document issue procedures.
- Conduct site surveys and produce accurate measured drawings where required.
- Participate in project meetings and technical discussions.
- Work collaboratively with Workshop, Production and Project Management teams throughout project delivery.
- Support project debriefs and identify opportunities for process improvements.
- Ensure drawings are accurate, complete and issued within agreed project timescales.
- Minimise drawing errors and rework through effective checking procedures.
Role Requirements
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD.
- Working knowledge of one or more 3D modelling packages including SolidWorks, SketchUp and Rhino.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Understanding of common materials and construction techniques used within scenic construction, events, exhibitions and bespoke fabrication.
- Good working knowledge of set construction and/or furniture construction.
Competencies
- Strong client focus with a passion for delivery.
- Self-starter able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Adaptability, flexibility and strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication, organisation and planning skills.
- Ability to anticipate and resolve problems quickly and pragmatically.
- Strong time management skills.
- Demonstrates initiative and proactive problem-solving.
- Ability to work within established company systems and document control procedures.
- Highly motivated and collaborative team player.
- Computer literate with ability to learn new software.
- Maintains a calm and professional approach under pressure.
- Acts professionally when representing the company.
- Ability to accurately interpret client briefs.
- Demonstrates creativity while maintaining practical and commercial considerations.
Travel Involved
- Primarily office and workshop based.
- Occasional travel for site surveys, client meetings and installations.
Additional Requirements
- The role requires flexibility to support project and event schedules. Evening and weekend work will be required periodically.
- Work in accordance with company Health & Safety policies and procedures.
- Support compliance with company quality and environmental management systems.
- Follow safe systems of work during site surveys and site visits.
