Experienced Visualiser vacancy, London UK

[nvanherpt]

squareloop is the creative media division of tp bennett LLP and is currently looking to recruit an experienced visualisation artist to work on architectural and interior design projects.

We invite applicants who have a minimum of 3 years full-time experience in architectural visualisation. You will preferably have an architectural background, and be proficient with Autodesk 3ds Max, V-Ray and Photoshop. Proficiency in AutoCAD and After Effects a plus.

This is a full-time position. Non EU applicants should hold a current permanent work visa to be considered for the position. tp bennett LLP offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, including healthcare and pension.

Your role will include the production of high quality renderings and animations, from plans through to finished product. The successful applicant should be able to prove their ability to use their own artistic initiative and flare working independently and also within a team.

To apply for this position, please send your CV along with 4 examples of work to:

Claire Thorp, HR Officer at tp bennett LLP
One America Street, London, SE1 0NE
Or email to claire.thorp@tpbennett.co.uk

tp bennett LLP is an Equal Opportunities Employer
www.tpbennett.co.uk

[jacksc02]

what do you reckon niko...... good place to work?

[nvanherpt]

oh yes. you want to apply?

[jacksc02]

maybe...........

[Blitterswitch]

Without wanting to jump your thread... as someone without relevant architectural experience but plenty of 2D, 3D & IT experience, what would the best method be for me to gain the extra skills I am clearly going to need in order to progress in this industry.

[jacksc02]

my best advice is to get your showreel/portfolio looking HOT! there is plenty of work around but if you can show a point of difference from the rest its a big bonus for you to nail that job.

[jacksc02]

niko jump on msn when you get a chance

[nvanherpt]

will do.

[Blitterswitch]

Thanks for the advice. As an additional question, what exactly constitutes architectural experience? Surely 3ds max and vray is the same whatever field you happen to be working in, or am I missing the point somewhat.

[percydaman]

Well being knowledgeable or even experienced in 3dsmax and vray doesn't necessarily mean you have the knowledge/experience an archvis firm might desire. I spent many years learning 3dsmax and vray before ever getting a job in arch vis. All it really helped me get was an entry level position. It doesn't appear they are looking for junior positions.

[nvanherpt]

the reason many firms ask for architectural experience is that it counts for a lot to know how buildings go together.

also, quite often the information we work from is vague, and an intuitive understanding of what the architect/designer is after is required as they often have limited time to work directly with you. sometimes we work purely from the "napkin sketch".

architectural experience is not everything, but it is one of the key factors we take into account when recruiting.

nik

[Blitterswitch]

As it stands I am building up from scratch large building interiors from architectural plans and populating it with bespoke equipment and furniture. Does that count as architectural experience? I think I get confused with the difference of being an actual architect and having architectural experience. Where is the line drawn between the two? Thanks for all your advice, I am sorry for jumping the thread, I have been meaning to ask everyone these questions for a while.

[Jonferimonic]

Without wanting to jump your thread... as someone without relevant architectural experience but plenty of 2D, 3D & IT experience, what would the best method be for me to gain the extra skills I am clearly going to need in order to progress in this industry.

Well learning on the job is priceless but for you to be really confident when presenting yourself to prospective employers you'll need to know basic architectural terminology and how to read standard drawings and layouts. Employers will want to be confident that if they take you on, you will be able to run a project from the initial stages of stripping dwgs through to postwork in PS, with no hassles. If you cant read drawings properly you will miss small details which in the long run will cost time and money to rectify. I speak from experience. Get books from the library or even consider night classes to learn basic architecture if you're not getting enough from others at work.

[percydaman]

As it stands I am building up from scratch large building interiors from architectural plans and populating it with bespoke equipment and furniture. Does that count as architectural experience? I think I get confused with the difference of being an actual architect and having architectural experience. Where is the line drawn between the two? Thanks for all your advice, I am sorry for jumping the thread, I have been meaning to ask everyone these questions for a while.

yes I would qualify that as arch vis experience.

[nvanherpt]

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