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Junior Yacht Exterior Designer
Junior Yacht Exterior Designer
RWD is searching for an outstanding Junior Yacht Exterior Designer to join our award-winning yacht design studio.
Bringing passion, enthusiasm, and a strong creative foundation, our Junior Designers support project teams across the studio. This is an exciting entry-level role at RWD, where, under the guidance of our senior designers, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and immerse yourself in the world of exceptional yacht design.
About the Role
Assisting across all stages of the design process—from creative 2D and 3D work to CAD and visualisation—you’ll bring a solid design foundation, a willingness to learn, and a natural dedication to excellence. A keen eye for detail is essential, as is an openness to feedback and a collaborative, positive attitude. In return, you’ll be part of a supportive studio culture that invests in your development, giving you room to build your skills and shape your career in yacht design.
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Responsibilities
Support the design team across all stages of the design process, contributing to a wide range of projects and deliverables:
- Communicate initial design ideas and concepts through hand sketches and other visual techniques
- Develop designs in 2D AutoCAD, supporting technical development and producing accurate drawings
- Use Photoshop to develop and communicate design intent:
- Painted exterior profile development
- Visual manipulations and colour general arrangements (GAs)
- Create and refine detailed 3D Rhino models to support the design process and produce high-quality visualisations
- Assist in preparing and delivering professional client presentations, ensuring design concepts are communicated clearly and effectively
- Manage workload and priorities to meet project deadlines, keeping the team updated on progress
- Show initiative and self-motivation by staying current with:
- industry trends
- emerging technologies
- relevant software developments
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Requirements
- Graduate or Master’s-level degree, preferably in Yacht, Automotive, or Product design
- 1 year of experience is desirable
- Good understanding of form and surface treatment
- Working knowledge of key design tools:
- AutoCAD
- Rhino
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- Hand sketching
- KeyShot, or other visualisation software
- An adaptable, collaborative approach
- Passionate designer with a strong appetite to learn
- Eligible to work in the UK
Perks & Flexibility
- Hybrid working with core hours
- 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays, plus studio closure over Christmas
- Fully subsidised private health insurance and dental
- Life insurance
- Annual salary review
Application
Applications require a CV and a strong portfolio demonstrating your experience. Please attach them as one document.
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