Posted on 15 Nov, 2018

Furniture design mixes aesthetic with utility and where the designer gets it right, the finished product is transformed from a regular item of furniture into a piece of art. Here at Careers in Design, we have collated the design careers of five icons whose legacies live on in the furniture we use every day. We hope they will inspire you to keep searching for that perfect furniture design job.

Charles and Ray Eames were a married couple that are considered to be some of the most important American designers from the 20th century. They began their furniture design work by experimenting with moulded plywood and later pioneered technologies to use new materials such as fibreglass, plastic resin and wire mesh. Critics lauded the chairs they designed at... Continue reading >

Posted in: Furniture Design | Tagged: Alvar Aalto Charles & Ray Eames Ettore Sottsass Furniture Design Iconic Designers Isamu Noguchi Le Corbusier

Posted on 24 Oct, 2018

Halloween is an exciting time of year as we say farewell to the carefree days of summer and start looking forward to cosy winter nights in. At this time of year we enjoy autumn colours in the leaves, crisp weather and freshly harvested fruits and vegetables. As the weather cools down we think of warmer fabrics and colours in our clothes and our homes.

Now you might be thinking what has this got to do with the world of recruitment and in truth, probably not a lot, but as we love Halloween in the office, we thought that we would put some ideas together for a Halloween themed decor that will bring the excitement and fun of Halloween inside your home too.

For a gentle approach to Halloween decor, tie it together with an autumnal theme. This approach allows you to make use of... Continue reading >

Posted in: Interior Design | Tagged: decor halloween interior design

Posted on 24 Sep, 2018

At Careers in Design, we have years of experience helping candidates find the ideal interior design jobs to suit them. As a result, we've come up with the following advice for starting a career in interior design:

As an interior designer, you’ll be expected to design and refit projects for clients, based on their specifications. You'll be expected to work to a brief, to show creativity and flair and, depending on your position, be able to manage a project team, including suppliers and contractors.

Many interior design jobs expect a certain level of education with an emphasis on design. There are a range of certificates, diplomas,... Continue reading >

Posted in: Interior Design | Tagged: interior design

Posted on 20 Sep, 2018

At Careers in Design, we have helped hundreds of candidates find the design jobs that they’ve always wanted and thought that we should put this to good use and compile the following useful tips about creating your all-important portfolio.

Think of your portfolio as your Greatest Hits album, and only include a handful of your very best work in there. If you want to let your potential new employer know exactly what you’ve done, you can also present a list or an appendix to the main body of your portfolio.

This is a general tenet of the design industry, so it should pose you no problems. Think of it as a project brief: your job is to present your design abilities in the clearest, tightest, and most concise ... Continue reading >

Posted in: Portfolio | Tagged: design portfolio interview tips application tips CV

Posted on 29 Aug, 2018

If you’re hoping to have your pick of the interior design jobs available at Careers in Design, your first step is to produce an eye-catching CV that will hook any prospective employer.

So make it good.

A strong opening paragraph will detail your core skills and demonstrate a multi-faceted approach to interior design. You should show your knowledge of design, in both theory and in practice, as well as demonstrating your ability to communicate effectively with clients, team-mates and management. A quick overview of your career in design will be expected, as well as any experience in beneficial backgrounds, such as project management and administration. Keep your opening profile to fewer than 150 well-chosen words and refrain from using s... Continue reading >

Posted in: CV | Tagged: cv tips interior design resume application tips cv cv sample cv informations

Posted on 06 Jan, 2016

Just to let you know that our new website is up and running. Please take a look at www.careersindesign.com and let us know what you think. There are a wide variety of design vacancies listed and you can upload your latest CV and register for specific job alerts depending upon your individual preference. There are also videos offering interview advice and CV writing advice.

The new site is compatible with tablet and mobile devices to make it more convenient for you. If you encounter any issues or would like to discuss any of the jobs listed in more detail please contact Pippa Baker on 01920 486125. Many thanks and good luck.

Posted in: Careers in Design | Tagged: interior design