Newsubstance is hiring a creative associate/spatial designer to join its team in Leeds, UK.

Full-time – 37.5 hrs 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.

We work across global entertainment, events and the arts, and we’re looking for someone who is as passionate about the creative industries as we are!

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 (eg: 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

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