SET DESIGNER HQ

WHO ARE WE?

WE ARE ONA is a 360° creative culinary studio, designing experiences that reinforce the emotional connection between brands and their audiences.

Founded by Luca Pronzato in 2019, a sommelier and restaurateur previously working at NOMA Copenhagen, WE ARE ONA was born from the traditional fine dining scene, with the ambition to explore innovative ways of creating culinary events: from strategy and concept, to design and production.

Past Projects:

• Balenciaga Tech Wear pop-up store launch

• Art Basel Hong-Kong pop-up Restaurant with Lea Colombo and Chef Daniel Boulud

• Bvlgari Venise Biennale Dinner

• Jacquemus X Veuve Clicquot Seoul Lunch

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Set Designer is responsible for the creative development and scenographic production of their projects. Working closely with the Creative Director, the Studio Manager & Art Director, and the Lead Creative Producer, they translate the creative vision into a feasible set design, coordinate the various project stakeholders, and oversee production through to installation.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES

• Creative Development

  • Develop the project's artistic direction in collaboration with the Studio Manager & Art Director.

  • Design the set concepts: plans, elevations, sketches, technical drawings, layouts, and production documents.

  • Take part in creative research, sourcing, and the project's evolution throughout its development.

  • Ensure the quality of presentations: layout, storytelling, overall consistency, and sourcing quality.

  Project Production

  • Oversee the production follow-up of the set design in collaboration with the Account Manager, the Production Manager, and the Lead Creative Producer.

  • Take part in site visits, technical surveys, and layouts.

  • Coordinate the project's creative vendors (graphic designers, illustrators, 3D designers, etc.).

  • Coordinate the project's set design partners (builders, florists, lighting designers, textile suppliers, etc.) in conjunction with the production teams.

  Operational Follow-up

  • Ensure the project's creative schedule is respected.

  • Update the creative dashboard (Notion) daily, as well as their own schedule (days off, site visits, installations, travel, etc.).

  • Prepare the materials needed for Creative Reviews with the Art Direction and the Lead Creative Producer.

  • Take part in post-mortems to identify areas for improvement on future projects.

  Installations (Move-in/Build)

  • Take part in the installation of the projects they are responsible for.

  • Ensure the proper execution of the set design on-site and handle any necessary adjustments through to final delivery.

PROFILE

• SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Experience in set design or event space design.

  • Strong creative and aesthetic sensibility.

  • Solid command of technical drawings and drafting.

  • Rigor, organization, and autonomy.

  • Ability to manage several projects in parallel.

  • Team spirit and excellent communication skills.

SOFTWARES

• Google Slides, Photoshop, InDesign, AutoCAD, SketchUp (or equivalent).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Location : Paris office - 10th arrondissement

• Contract: Full-time freelancers

• Apply directly via: [email protected] , subject : APPLICATION SET DESIGNER - NAME SURNAME