Job Description

Job title:

3D Designer

Function:

Translate ideas, sketches, and written client briefs into 3D designs

Location:

Macclesfield, Cheshire

Responsible to:

Head of Creative

Date:

December 2025

1. Scope of the Job

i) Job Objective/Purpose:

On an Agile basis using the client's brand, target audience, market position and key messaging, produce innovative 3D Exhibition Stand visuals that give the Wow-Factor and align with client goals. Prepare CAD working drawings to accurately instruct production colleagues and external contractors. Management of client artwork and designs when required. Communicate and collaborate in a cross-functional environment, with internal Account and Project Managers, Production Teams, Customers, and their Agencies

2. Skills and Qualifications

i) Skills required:

Proficiency in CAD Software (ideally SolidWorks and Cinema4D)

Experience ideally in the design of Exhibition Stands or similar, e.g. retail display

Apple Mac/PC software skills to include InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator would be beneficial

A curious, creative and enthusiastic nature

The ability to respond quickly to customer feedback and work on multiple opportunities on an Agile basis

Be well presented, an articulate communicator, and able to confidently talk customers through your designs and creative choices

Have a thirst for new technologies and a willingness to try new ways of creating and enhancing your designs through 3D Animation and AI

ii) Qualifications required

A 3D design qualification to degree level, or equivalent experience, is essential. A good all-round GCSE education

Minimum three years' work experience in 3D design, preferably within the event/exhibition industry

An understanding of 2D graphic design would be an advantage.

3. Key Responsibilities

i) Design

Translate ideas, sketches, and written client briefs into exciting and innovative 3D designs

Identify the client's brand, target audience, key messaging, and market position to ensure concepts align with their goals

Attend client meetings to aid in the successful capture of a project brief alongside the sales team

Present concepts, mood boards, floor plans, and renderings using creative storytelling to explain design intent

Stay up to date with industry trends, technologies, competitors, materials etc.

Present a strong portfolio demonstrating visualisation ability

An understanding of design intent, technical build capabilities, and the impact of H&S regulations and on-site considerations on project outcomes

Ability to work under pressure and independently

Exceptional eye for detail

Commercial awareness to work within client budgets, guided by the sales team

Good communicator, strong ability to listen, reflect, and act on briefs and feedback

Knowledge and ability to use the Adobe suite

Excellent organisational skills - ability to manage multiple projects and ensure time is utilised efficiently

Comfortable working in a collaborative environment with input from multiple stakeholders, working towards a unified goal

ii) Other Duties

Occasional off-site installation of stands and graphics at exhibitions/events to gain creative inspiration and technical build knowledge

Attending client meetings, presenting and giving input and guidance on creative ideas

Contribution to the research and development of new ideas for efficiency and development

Ordering of design materials

Other relevant duties as directed by the Head of Creative

BENEFITS

23 Days Holiday (including Christmas closure) + Bank Holidays

2 Paid Volunteer Days

Bonus scheme, worth 3-5k in recent years

Employee reward scheme

Casual Dress

Flexi Time Available (After time served)

Regular social events, ask us about Pudding Club!

Company pension

Free parking

Personal Development and Training

Sick pay

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Paid leave

NO AGENCIES PLEASE AS WE HAVE INTERNAL RECRUITERS - THANK YOU.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: 28,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Casual dress Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Language training provided On-site parking Paid volunteer time Profit sharing Sick pay
Work Location: In person