Assistant​/Graduate Lighting Designer

Looking to grow your skills, work on exciting projects, and be part of a collaborative, innovative studio environment? We’re looking for motivated, creative individuals to support our lighting design team.

As Assistant / Graduate Lighting Designer you will have an opportunity to work at the forefront of creative lighting design, shaping projects from concept to completion alongside a team known for innovation, collaboration and big ideas. We offer a competitive salary, an annual bonus scheme, flexible working, additional holiday allowance each year of employment.

What Your Role Will Look Like:

• Assist with CAD layouts and detailed technical drawings
• Prepare and work with written documentation, reports, and project specifications
• Assist in creating eye-catching graphic presentations and visualisations
• Coordinate internally with the creative team in London Studio
• Support project delivery from concept through to installation
• Learn and contribute to innovation-driven lighting design projects
• Work a minimum of two days per week from our London studio

Must-Have

Skills:

• Passion for design and a strong eye for detail
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Proficiency in Photoshop and In Design
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment

Bonus Skills / Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with Revit, DIALux, or Lighting Reality
• Familiarity with other Adobe Creative Suite software (Illustrator)
• Interest in sustainable or innovative lighting
• Some exposure to project coordination or client-facing work

At Michael Grubb Studio, you’ll contribute to inspiring, high-profile projects, develop your craft with hands‑on design opportunities, and collaborate with a supportive team that values curiosity, creativity and passion. Expect international travel, industry events, a flexible work culture, and the room to grow your career in a studio that is internationally known to champion talent. If you’re excited by the future of lighting design and want to be part of something special, we’d love to hear from you.