Digital Design Consultant

Description:

A fast-growing part of our work is delivering software based digital tools and solutions to clients, as well as developing tools to improve our own design workflows. Examples include custom VR and AR development, building interactive applications in Unity, web-based applications, renders and visualisations and custom plug-ins for design software and digital prototyping environments. The team at Charcoalblue is called Digital Studio, and this exciting area provides an opportunity for connection between our expertise in the built environment and emerging technologies, as well as interfacing with Research and Development initiatives and opportunities. With innovation at the core of our company values, we are always looking for new ideas and initiatives to push the boundaries of design in our industry.

You are an ideal candidate if you are an innovative problem solver with a good foundational knowledge of programming. You will use object-oriented scripting languages, such as C#, primarily for real-time 3D development platforms, such as Unity. You will work with a variety of other designers and team members, and you will bring a more holistic approach to developing solutions and digital projects. You will have ownership on whole projects and some creative directive of development efforts on a small, nimble and dynamic team. You are innovative in developing concepts and ideas for internal design tools and assets and, as you develop your skills and experience, you may have the opportunity to become a project lead for a specific product. You must be a clear communicator, action-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable with ambiguity.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Hands on coding and development using real-time 3D development tools, such as Unity.
• Contribute to digital design projects from conception to completion based on our existing tools and product base.
• Create new prototype tools and products, which may sometimes include working on early design proof of concepts for research studies.
• Create and edit 3D CAD models, including rendering and preparation for interactive modelling and visualization.
• Input on design projects where digital design services are required, such as VR visualizations, interactive modeling, or bespoke digital solutions.
• Interface with all design disciplines in Charcoalblue Experience and other teams within Charcoalblue on aspects of digital projects and initiatives.
• Maintain and improve our existing internal digital design tools and products.
• Work with external companies and subcontractors, such as programmers, developers, and graphic designers on larger collaborative projects.
• Research and develop the use of technology across all sectors and discover ways of applying it to our work, especially where technology and theatricality intersect.
• Be self-motivated in your own research, expanding your knowledge of digital technology, theatre, and the construction industry.