Senior Colour Designer

Morson Edge; Greater London; On-site; GBP 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design consultancy in London is seeking a Senior Colour Designer to innovate colour and material design for production vehicles. You'll lead projects, collaborating with global teams, while effectively communicating ideas and solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in the automotive industry and a Bachelor of Arts in Art & Design. This is a full-time ongoing position with a pay rate of £42.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience within the automotive industry and awareness of current industry trends.
• Technical awareness of relevant material manufacturing processes.
• Driving licence would be appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop visual concept proposals.
• Lead specific colour projects from exploratory design to final release.
• Ensure effective communication with all stakeholders.

Skills

Creative and innovative approach

Project management skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Organised approach

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree or equivalent in Art & Design

Job description

Senior Colour Designer

Location: London

Pay rate: £42.50/hr (equivalent to £86,190/annum)

Job type: Full time ongoing (minimum 12 months contract with possible extension)

Senior Colour Designer is responsible for providing modern and innovative colour and material design that both challenges traditional approaches whilst reflecting the requirements and expectations of the Company product planning brief. This role requires automotive industry experience, strong project management, team‑working skills and excellent communication skills, to effectively lead specific colour projects for production vehicles and colour strategy research.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Design – Projects

• Research and develop visual concept proposals with the Nissan Global Colour Group, providing a unique and innovative perspective
• Initiate and develop design themes, retaining the integrity of the Design brief
• Effectively utilise the latest Design tools to illustrate proposals
• Able to research, develop and propose innovative materials or finishes with suppliers, increasing feasibility level of advanced materials and deliver them at target cost
• Communicate design concepts and ideas effectively, whilst maintaining a high‑level of visual presentation

Project Management

• Engage in peer mentoring to maximise the creativity and efficiency of the design team
• Independently lead specific colour projects from exploratory design through to final release
• Attend and support project planning meetings to ensure understanding of the project direction is clear
• Independently obtain and/or create timing plans and keep within the allowable cost targets of materials
• Ensure effective communication with all Business partner / stakeholders on a regular basis
• Maintain an overall involvement and understanding of the project needs

Skills and Attributes Required

• Highly creative and innovative, with a proactive approach for self and others
• An organised timely approach to working practices
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally in an efficient manner
• Motivational and proactive approach to teamwork is essential
• Leadership & Project management skills essential
• Strong ability to constantly challenge and innovate self and others in colour and materials

Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge Required

• Bachelor of Arts Degree or equivalent in Art & Design
• Technical awareness of relevant material manufacturing processes
• Experience of working within the automotive industry and awareness of the current industry trends
• Driving licence would be appreciated

If you think that you have appropriate skills and experience to perform well in the above role, please do not hesitate to apply.