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Job Description
In this role you will work closely under the Head of Design the focus of this role is to ensure that briefs for fine jewellery collections are produced in line with the overall vision of the Maison. You will be working on all levels of fine jewellery from entry level to mid and high jewellery developing technical drawings and knowledge of our different collections while having the opportunity to work on a variety of bespoke orders.
Key Responsibilities:
Research & Design
- Following a brief design fine jewellery collections working with the Head of Design and other members of the design team.
- Assist in creating technical 3 view drawings to scale using CAD software.
- Create excellent photoshop mock-ups and renderings as well as illustrations and gouaches when required.
- Build a strong understanding of the aesthetics and codes of the Maison and implement this into all design work.
- Work on Bespoke Orders and create sketches outlines renders to a high level to share with clients and follow up on feedback and progress.
- Work closely with the Product Development team to monitor the progress of the fine jewellery /bespoke pieces from 3D CAD drawings to wax models and prototypes.
- Laise and collaborate with other departments including Product Marketing Special Orders and Diamond Centre.
- Assist the team with the hand selection of rough diamonds and producing diamond layouts when required.
Presentations
Support in creating and update presentations where necessary for senior level meetings.
Studio Organisation
Assisting with studio organisation including digital and analogue archiving.
Qualifications :
What Youll Do
- Act Like an Owner: Take responsibility for your work and deadlines.
- Create Clarity: Communicate effectively with the Design team to ensure team alignment.
- Empower Teams: Work collaboratively with the Design team and contribute to the success of the team.
- Succeed Together: Build cross-functional relationships to ensure cohesive and successful delivery.
- Challenge Conventions: Continuously seek and share innovative ideas and solutions
Who You Are
- Experience in a similar role (fine jewellery desirable).
- Excellent Creativity and Drawing skills
- BA or MA level in Jewellery Design is required.
- Proven experience in using Photoshop and Illustrator
- Basic understanding of using Rhino
- Gouache skills desirable but not essential
- Strong Organisational skills ability to prioritize well and work to tight deadlines
- Consistently striving for excellence and continuous improvement.
- Contributes to a positive work environment.
Additional Information :
- A great working environment
- Fantastic pension scheme
- 27 days of holiday bank holidays with the opportunity to buy or sell 5 more days
- Private Healthcare
- Mental health is a top priority for De Beers Group - we offer free subscription to Headspace and have mental health first aider
- Competitive salary
- Your Choice membership discounts
- Employee share schemes
- Staff discount
- Free breakfast & lunch at onsite restaurant
- Free onsite gym
- Flexible benefits package
Who we are
De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future. Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for natures most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds and our business to make life brilliant for our people our customers and the world around us. Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe sustainable future for De Beers Groups people shareholders communities and partners.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety health and well-being of our colleagues at work and at home and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others actions work collaboratively and always show care and respect.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Referrals incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Referral Policy. Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.
Building Forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
