Graduate Experience Designer

We are looking for a Graduate Experience Designer to join our Experiential Environments team in London.

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.

What You'll Do

• 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.

Qualifications and Skills

• Technical 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)
• Education: Degree or equivalent in Architecture; Computer Science (inc. Cybersecurity) with a prediction of 2:1 or higher.
• Relevant Modules/Subjects: Games Design; Unreal Development; Unity Development; Visualisation; Interaction Design.
• Core Skills: Design; Visualisation; 3D Modelling.

Application Requirements

• Portfolio: Upload evidence of work (e.g., sample portfolio or website link) in PDF format, no larger than 20MB.
• Academic Transcript: Required for consideration.
• Work Experience: No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
• Graduation: Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree before employment starts.
• Work Rights: Full working rights in the country of application.

Key Attributes

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
• Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: A growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: Ready to take on any challenge.

What We Offer

• Competitive, fair, and equitable pay.
• A career where you can belong, grow, and thrive.
• Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
• A wide range of learning opportunities.
• Opportunities to have an impact through your work.
• Profit Share scheme.
• Flexible working approach.
• Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance, and Income protection cover.
• Access to flexible benefits.

Application Process

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview, and offer stage.

Important Dates

• Start Date: 1 September 2027
• Advert Closing Date: 12 November 2026

Please note: Early application is recommended as the role may close ahead of the advertised closing date in the event of high applicant volume.