Newsubstance is hiring a creative associate/spatial designer to join its team in Leeds, UK.
Fulltime: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Leeds City Centre (in-person role, remote option not available)
Salary: £30,000–£40,000 p/a
Deadline: Wednesday 7th May, 12pm
About us
Where design meets drama. Newsubstance is a multidisciplinary creative studio at the intersection of arts, entertainment, and culture. For 20 years, we have been orchestrating physically-led, technology-enhanced spectacles that compel audiences and capture imaginations.
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About the role
We’re looking for a creative associate/spatial designer who will craft innovative, spatially driven solutions that push creative boundaries across our diverse portfolio. You will explore, develop, and refine designs that focus on physically-led, technology-enhanced experiences.
This role is ideal for someone with experience designing for live performance, immersive spaces, or exhibitions – or for a designer looking to transfer their skills into this exciting field.
Key responsibilities
Creative and concept development:
* Contribute to ideation and creative concepts, in response to briefs
* Conduct thorough research (visual and textual) to establish a strong foundation for creative development
* Participate actively in creative discussions, contributing ideas and shaping project direction
* Develop design concepts from pre-concept through to final design packages, responding to feedback iteratively
* Use a variety of techniques to communicate design ideas, including hand sketching, storyboarding, 2D drafting, 3D modelling, or physical model-making
* Support the team in modelling digital models and visualisations to bring creative concepts to life
* Prepare high-quality presentation documents (mood boards, decks, mood reels) to visually and verbally convey concepts
Collaboration and project support:
* Attend project meetings and workshops, contributing creative insights
* Document key points and actions during creative sessions for future reference
* Support internal and client-facing design presentations, ensuring clarity and professionalism
* Collaborate with freelancers to develop visuals aligned with creative concepts
* Assist in maintaining department organisation, including filing systems, templates, and case studies
This role is based in our Leeds City Centre studio and requires an in-person presence.
Who we’re looking for
Essential skills:
* Minimum five years experience, education or training in spatial, set design, and/or architecture
* Demonstrable creativity, curiosity, and talent for spatial design
* Strong communication skills, in written, visual, and verbal form
* A proactive approach, with the ability to take initiative and contribute actively to a collaborative team
* Evidence of creative design thinking and ability to take a concept or brief and develop it into a specific form, with careful consideration for material use
* Expertise in 3D modelling software (preferably Rhino), and other design tools (preferably Illustrator and Photoshop)
* Ability to perform efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
* Excellent time management and organisational skills
* Flexible approach to work and willingness to assist the wider team when needed
Beneficial skills:
* Ability to render visuals to support design proposals
* Proficiency in Figma Slides and Figma Jam
* Proficiency in video and motion software
* Understanding of emerging AI tools (e.g., Midjourney, Runway)
* Awareness of sustainable approaches to design
* Understanding of universal design and how to integrate accessibility considerations into proposals
* Proficiency in additional 3D software such as Blender or Grasshopper
What we offer:
* A key role within a globally recognised creative studio
* Exposure to exciting, high-profile projects across a range of industries
* A supportive, collaborative, and inspiring studio culture
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Company MacBook
How to apply
To apply for this role please click the apply for job button below to send us the following details:
* A portfolio, showreel and/or something that showcases your skills
* A CV telling us of your educational and professional experience to date
* A cover letter (maximum two A4 sides) or up to 3 minutes of audio/video which tells us about how your experience meets the role requirements and why you want to work with Newsubstance
View the full job ad here.
Deadline: Wednesday 7 May, 12pm
www.newsubstance.co.uk
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