Freelance Midweight Interior Designer

About us

Hello, we are Red Engine, the team behind the award-winning global brands Flight Club and Electric Shuffle. We're obsessed with disrupting the hospitality industry by creating and delivering the best possible experience - across all venues, products and brands.

Our central team covers the full spectrum of skills needed to bring each concept to life – from design to marketing, sales to interior design, people and training, to finance, gaming and HR and everything in between. We’re not just a team of people, we are dreamers, artists, rocket scientists, content curators, forward thinkers and the industry’s finest.

With a total of seven incredible venues throughout the UK, we have ambitious plans, never standing still, we are passionate about developing new and exciting products, which means we’re always growing and looking for passionate people to join the family. 

 The Role

This is a unique opportunity for a freelance midweight interior designer to work client side in a growing team and business on an initial 6 month contract with potential to become a permanent role. You will be involved in developing interior designs for our new venues in both the UK and Internationally for both Flight Club and Electric Shuffle.

Once we are able to return, you will be based at our offices in Islington   and willl be required to attend various site visits around London and UK.. Candidates will need to have strong technical drawing ability, proven background in F&B projects, joinery packages and FF&E experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with our Senior Designers to develop and deliver design packs for both UK and International venues

• Interpret the project brief and develop concept stages of a project through to construction

• Experience of presenting your own work and ideas to the internal design team
• Work on full technical drawing packages and associated documents under the guidance of Senior Designers
• Assist the Senior Designers and Property Design Director in reviews and approvals of design drawings and documents for construction and fabrication
• Attend design team meetings and reviews, on and off site as required
• Develop proposals and working with the in-house creative team on the development of signage and dressing for new venues

Required Skills & Experience

• Interior design degree or architectural qualifications with 3yrs + experience in hospitality sector
• Strong technical drawing and design skills with knowledge of joinery, furniture and construction detailing is essential
• Ability to prioritise tasks and deliver in a fast-paced environment across various projects
• Ability to interpret and implement a creative vision and deliver original design concepts/ideas
• Be able to maintain document control and undertake completion of all documentation associated with construction projects.
• Be able to build strong relationships within the property team and work closely with the creative team
• A solid understanding of UK building regulations. Additional knowledge of European regulations would also be an advantage
• Highly proficient in Vectorworks plus proficiency in other software (CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign and MS Office) The ability to sketch freehand is an advantage
• Strong 3D Sketchup skills and ability to develop conceptual models of venues to assist key design decisions around layout, bar design, lighting and finishes
• Enthusiasm and the ability to work independent and with initiative
• Good communicator with a creative flair and brand/commercial awareness

 The way we work with each other is at the heart of everything we do and, if you join us, we’ll always make sure you know how much we value your contribution and hard work. You’ll be paid competitively, with rewards offered throughout the year and you’ll be respected and treated fairly by everyone you work with. As we grow, we want you to grow too; to make sure you’re interested, challenged and always excited throughout your career with us.  

Fancy joining the team? Apply Now

About us

Hello, we are Red Engine, the team behind the award-winning global brands Flight Club and Electric Shuffle. We're obsessed with disrupting the hospitality industry by creating and delivering the best possible experience - across all venues, products and brands.

Our central team covers the full spectrum of skills needed to bring each concept to life – from design to marketing, sales to interior design, people and training, to finance, gaming and HR and everything in between. We’re not just a team of people, we are dreamers, artists, rocket scientists, content curators, forward thinkers and the industry’s finest.

With a total of seven incredible venues throughout the UK, we have ambitious plans, never standing still, we are passionate about developing new and exciting products, which means we’re always growing and looking for passionate people to join the family. 

 The Role

This is a unique opportunity for a freelance midweight interior designer to work client side in a growing team and business on an initial 6 month contract with potential to become a permanent role. You will be involved in developing interior designs for our new venues in both the UK and Internationally for both Flight Club and Electric Shuffle.

Once we are able to return, you will be based at our offices in Islington   and willl be required to attend various site visits around London and UK.. Candidates will need to have strong technical drawing ability, proven background in F&B projects, joinery packages and FF&E experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with our Senior Designers to develop and deliver design packs for both UK and International venues

• Interpret the project brief and develop concept stages of a project through to construction

• Experience of presenting your own work and ideas to the internal design team
• Work on full technical drawing packages and associated documents under the guidance of Senior Designers
• Assist the Senior Designers and Property Design Director in reviews and approvals of design drawings and documents for construction and fabrication
• Attend design team meetings and reviews, on and off site as required
• Develop proposals and working with the in-house creative team on the development of signage and dressing for new venues

Required Skills & Experience

• Interior design degree or architectural qualifications with 3yrs + experience in hospitality sector
• Strong technical drawing and design skills with knowledge of joinery, furniture and construction detailing is essential
• Ability to prioritise tasks and deliver in a fast-paced environment across various projects
• Ability to interpret and implement a creative vision and deliver original design concepts/ideas
• Be able to maintain document control and undertake completion of all documentation associated with construction projects.
• Be able to build strong relationships within the property team and work closely with the creative team
• A solid understanding of UK building regulations. Additional knowledge of European regulations would also be an advantage
• Highly proficient in Vectorworks plus proficiency in other software (CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign and MS Office) The ability to sketch freehand is an advantage
• Strong 3D Sketchup skills and ability to develop conceptual models of venues to assist key design decisions around layout, bar design, lighting and finishes
• Enthusiasm and the ability to work independent and with initiative
• Good communicator with a creative flair and brand/commercial awareness

 The way we work with each other is at the heart of everything we do and, if you join us, we’ll always make sure you know how much we value your contribution and hard work. You’ll be paid competitively, with rewards offered throughout the year and you’ll be respected and treated fairly by everyone you work with. As we grow, we want you to grow too; to make sure you’re interested, challenged and always excited throughout your career with us.  

Fancy joining the team? Apply Now