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Posted 10 months ago
Closed 12 Jul 2025
Job Description
Characterised by its rich materiality, extraordinary craftsmanship, and multi-layered narratives, Based Upon's work is considered pioneering within the global design art world.
Led by founders, brothers Ian and Richard Abell and Alex Welch since 2004, from its studio, workshop and production facility in Greenwich, London, Based Upon is well known for its collaborative creative culture.
We're looking for a talented and motivated Artist & Designer Maker to join our established workshop team in Southeast London.
You'll be involved in hands-on making at every stage of the process — from concept development through to final finishing — contributing to unique, design-led projects that demand a strong eye for detail, creative thinking, and problem-solving ability.
Essential Interests, Experience & Skills:
- A strong interest in materials, making, and hands-on craftsmanship
- Experience working in a studio, workshop, or creative production environment
- A broad skillset across design and fabrication techniques — ideally including casting, finishing, or modelmaking
- High attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
- A proactive, open-minded, and solutions-focused approach
Standard working hours are 08.45am – 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. Working location SE18
Led by founders, brothers Ian and Richard Abell and Alex Welch since 2004, from its studio, workshop and production facility in Greenwich, London, Based Upon is well known for its collaborative creative culture.
We're looking for a talented and motivated Artist & Designer Maker to join our established workshop team in Southeast London.
You'll be involved in hands-on making at every stage of the process — from concept development through to final finishing — contributing to unique, design-led projects that demand a strong eye for detail, creative thinking, and problem-solving ability.
Essential Interests, Experience & Skills:
- A strong interest in materials, making, and hands-on craftsmanship
- Experience working in a studio, workshop, or creative production environment
- A broad skillset across design and fabrication techniques — ideally including casting, finishing, or modelmaking
- High attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
- A proactive, open-minded, and solutions-focused approach
Standard working hours are 08.45am – 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. Working location SE18
About Based Upon Ltd
Based Upon is a London-based creative studio founded in 2004 by brothers Ian and Richard Abell. They specialise in creating bespoke, large-scale art, sculptural furniture, and architectural surfaces, often incorporating unique materials and techniques like liquid metal and resin. Their work is chara...
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