3D Designer in Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes Full-Time No home office possible

3D Designer – Senior & Junior

Job Specification

Damn Good Ltd

is a successful, family-run business that has grown rapidly within the Events and Exhibition industry, earning recognition for our creativity, quality, and exceptional service. Our passionate team design, build, manage and install outstanding exhibition stands for some of the UK & Europe\’s biggest brands.

We\’re now looking for
Senior and Junior 3D Designers

who are passionate about live events and want to progress their careers within the exhibition and experiential marketing industry.

Please note:

This is a
full-time, office-based role

at our Milton Keynes head office.

We are
not currently recruiting freelance or remote designers

If you thrive under pressure, enjoy variety, and take pride in delivering complex live projects on time and on budget, this role is for you.

Main purpose of the role:

To develop creative and practical design concepts for exhibition stands, live events and commercial interiors
, producing high-quality 3D visuals and technical construction information for handover to our in-house production teams.

Working closely with Sales, Project Management and Production, you\’ll help deliver engaging, buildable designs that meet
strict timelines, venue regulations and budget requirements
, while maintaining Damn Good\’s creative standards.

Key Responsibilities & Experience

Brief Development & Concept Creation

Carry out event and venue research ahead of project kick-off meetings.
Challenge and develop client briefs to arrive at a clear, agreed concept and budget prior to visualisation
.

Client Communication & Presentation

Confidently present concepts to clients both in person and via Microsoft Teams.
Clearly explain design intent, materials, layouts and build considerations.

Creative Design & Visualisation

Develop concepts using sketches, 2D layouts and 3D modelling.
Produce high-quality 3D renders and presentation decks that bring designs to life.

Specification & Materials

Specify materials, finishes and build methods in collaboration with the wider team.
Build relationships with suppliers to ensure suitable, cost-effective solutions.

Cost Awareness & Budget Control

Obtain supplier quotations for materials and services.
Design within agreed budgets, ensuring commercial margins are maintained.

Timeline & Project Delivery

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting agreed deadlines and milestones.
Ensure designs are delivered on time and ready for production
.

Studio & Team Collaboration

Work closely with Sales, Project Managers and Production teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Depending on experience, support or manage junior designers and contribute to onsite installation teams.

Desirable Skills & Experience

Technical Construction Drawings

Translate approved concept designs into detailed technical construction drawings
Prepare drawings ready for handover to the in-house production and installation teams

Artwork Preparation & Print Production

Prepare artwork using supplied client assets or original design content
Create templates and final artwork for client approval
Manage artwork through to print production in line with project timelines

Project Management (Senior Designers)

Deliver full 3D design and project management services for assigned projects
Oversee production, installation and breakdown stages
Manage projects end-to-end, from design approval through to live delivery
Support or lead onsite installation teams and third-party suppliers
Manage final client handover and resolve any on-site issues as required

Venue & Organiser Liaison

Liaise with venue services and show organisers to ensure design compliance
Confirm installation arrangements, access schedules and service orders
Ensure all health & safety documentation and approvals are in place prior to build

Website & Social Media Content

Contribute to website and social media content in line with the company\’s content strategy
Work closely with the Design Manager and Project Team to plan and deliver updates
Support showcasing completed projects and live event activity

Candidate Requirements:

Essential Skills & Experience