3D & Technical Designer (Exhibitions) - Iloilo

Role Snapshot:

• Full-time, Day Shift, Onsite
• Open to fresh graduates with 1-3 years of experience. (Bachelors degree in Fine Arts, Industrial Design, Interior Design or Architecture)
• Relevant experience in Exhibition design, trade shows booth or event management
• Proficient in SolidWorks and 3D CAD software.
• Knowledge of rendering tools (PhotoView, 3DS Max).

About the Role

We are looking for an Exhibition Designer responsible for delivering exhibition designs from initial concept through to detailed, build‑ready specifications. The role combines creative concept development with technical design documentation to ensure exhibition solutions are innovative, commercially viable, compliant, and executed to a high standard.

The role works closely with sales, design leadership, production, and installation teams to ensure design intent is maintained from client brief through to delivery, while meeting budget, safety, and program requirements.

We have partnered with an Australian custom display and build company that brings brands to life through creative, purpose-built spaces. With over 25 years of experience and their work spans some of Australia's leading brands and agencies, creating award-winning displays that help businesses tell their stories and make an impact.

What you'll be working on:

Concept Design & Creative Development

• Developing exhibition concepts including spatial layouts, creative themes and 3D visuals
• Translating client requirements, brand guidelines and strategic objectives into compelling design solutions
• Considering customer experience, functionality and commercial viability during concept development
• Ensuring concepts are achievable and suitable for progression to detailed specification and construction

Technical Design & Specifications

• Producing detailed technical drawings and specifications including materials, dimensions, finishes and construction details
• Ensuring designs comply with relevant standards, Work Health & Safety requirements and manufacturing constraints
• Co-ordinating with production teams, suppliers, contractors and engineers to validate constructability
• Updating specifications throughout the project lifecycle to reflect approved changes

Client & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Working closely with sales, project managers and design leaders to interpret briefs, budgets and timelines
• Supporting concept and design presentations, providing clear design rationale
• Incorporating client and stakeholder feedback while maintaining design integrity

Project Delivery Support

• Managing own design workload across multiple projects concurrently
• Identifying and resolving design, technical or constructability issues proactively
• Assisting with site inspections and quality checks as required
• Ensuring effective handover of documentation to production and installation teams

Design Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Maintaining a high level of design accuracy, documentation quality and attention to detail
• Ensuring consistency with DisplayWise and Creative Hire brand and design standards
• Staying current with exhibition design trends, materials and technologies
• Contributing ideas and improvements to enhance efficiency, quality and competitiveness

Customer Service

• Working collaboratively with all departments required to ensure that projects are delivered to the high quality expected by the customer
• Maintaining communication with departments throughout the projects
• Assisting in resolution of customer concerns

What we're looking for:

• Open to fresh graduates with 1-3 years of experience. (Bachelors degree in Fine Arts, Industrial Design, Interior Design or Architecture)
• Relevant experience in Exhibition design, trade shows booth or event management
• Proficient in SolidWorks and 3D CAD software.
• Knowledge of rendering tools (PhotoView, 3DS Max).
• Familiarity with Swood Design and CAM (preferred).
• Skilled in AutoCAD, DXF creation, nesting, and CNC programming.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proactive, independent, and willing to suggest improvements.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively under deadlines.

Onsite (Iloilo Office): Bldg. 2, 2nd Floor, Nelly Garden, Jaro, Iloilo City

Why Cooee

Because we believe in the power of human connection. Because we are committed to flourishing human potential. Because we dream of a world where each one of us walks along the path to who we are and the best that we can be. This is Why we do What we do – To be a part of transformation one person, one community, one business at a time.

We are One Team committed to investing in relationships fueled by trust and anchored on the One Shared Vision to transform through connection. We believe this is where the strength of Cooee and our partnerships lie – in having clarity and conviction in purpose.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• HMO on Day 1
• Holistic coaching and guidance
• Weekly engagement activities and team connections
• Learning and people development opportunities
• IT equipment provided by Cooee
• Government-mandated benefits

After you apply, our Talent Seekers may call you for an initial discussion. Please keep your lines open from Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

• Note: If you have already applied for this role recently, there is no need to submit another application. Our team is currently reviewing all applications received.