Graduate Experience Designer - Bristol

Graduate Experience Designer - Bristol

See it differently - Early Careers at Arup

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.      

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.  

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Graduate Visualisation Artist to join our Experiential Environments team in Bristol.      

Our Arup Experiential Environments practice is a creative studio, changing the way we experience the built environment through experience led design and communication. The team consists of a creative mix of digital artists and technical specialists. The team's focus is to be continually at the cutting-edge of visualisation techniques through applied innovation of virtual technologies and simulation.    

You will help us to create images, animations and real time simulations (VR/AR), combine vfx, data visualisation, artistry and technology and design innovative digital solutions for clients.      

In this creative and technical role, you will work closely with a number of different teams to deliver projects at different design stages, scales and visual impacts. You will have the opportunity to learn a broad range of skills, gain an in-depth knowledge of the processes involved and gather invaluable work experience in a dynamic and vibrant environment.    

As a team, we are a passionate about what we do and are driven to push the boundaries of what we can achieve.  

This will provide many opportunities for you to contribute to innovating what we do, both now and into the future.  

 In this role, you will:    

• Work within the team environment and embrace workflows and contribute to the collaborative environment of the team and beyond;    
• Manage timescales and deliveries;    
• Speak with clients/collaborators and converse in a professional and technical way;    
• Have the drive to develop your own knowledge and expertise in applying skills with emerging technologies with a passion for the next practices in your discipline.    

https://www.arup.com/services/visualisation/

Is this role right for you?  

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

An undergraduate or Bachelor's level degree or equivalent in Immersive Design; Architecture; Computer Science (inc. Cybersecurity) with a prediction of 2:1 or higher with the following skills:

• 3D Software (e.g. 3DS Max, Cinema 4D);    
• Real time graphics engines (e.g. Unity3D / Unreal Engine / Touch Designer); Computer graphics; (e.g. animation, games and visual effects production);    
• Programming; (e.g. C++, C#, Data Visualisation )  
• Design; Visualisation; 3d Modelling  

 Portfolio  

In order for your application to be considered for this role, please upload evidence of work, for example your sample portfolio or website link. The document must be in PDF format and no larger than 20MB. Please use image compression and vector drawings where possible to keep the file size down without sacrificing quality. To upload your sample portfolio please add it within the 'supporting documents' section of your application.  

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:  

• Full working rights in the country of application  
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role  
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.  

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;  

•  Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.  
• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.  
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.  
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.  

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.    

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.  

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.  

We also provide for our permanent members Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Next Steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.  

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.  

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.  

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.  

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact UKEarlyCareersRecruitment@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.    
 
As a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer in the UK, we will strive for one third of all our interview places to be allocated to candidates who have disclosed they are disability confident and best meet the requirements of the role.  

Eligibility: Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.

Closing Date: Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

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