Vacancies are available at the New Culture Foundation at Idumuje-Ugboko for: 1. Design / Architectural interns with demonstrable skills / interest in design, construction and production management (preferable young graduate architects). 2. Design / Production managers. The New Culture Foundation has been at the vanguard of creating cutting edge design and architectural production since 1980 from its sprawling factory facility in Idumuje-Ugboko in Delta State. Better known for the ground breaking work executed by eminent artist, master builder and designer- Demas Nwoko who founded the establishment in furtherance of his belief in critical design that fuses modern manufacturing methods with indigenous artistic expression as a sure fire route to achieving industrialization and national development, The New Culture Foundation has proven a training ground for young architects, artists and other design professionals over the past years to gain practical understanding of different stages of the integration of design with production, taking the manufacture of bespoke furniture and other architectural components as a starting point, and with major projects in the mold of Demas Nwoko’s Dominican Institute in Ibadan (where custom made architectural components go a long way in transmitting the design vision) amongst others as potential end points. The factory at Idumuje-Ugboko is currently engaged in mass production of numerous architectural components towards this end. Young graduate architects with keen minds for the practical application of design innovation in real life scenarios, appreciable design skills, drive for excellence and demonstrable skills in CAD software, are encouraged to apply for an intensive (residential) internship that runs for a minimum of one year. The New Culture Foundation also welcomes applications / enquiries from talented production / design managers who have had demonstrable experience working in furniture companies and other related industries overseeing the translation of design initiatives through the production / manufacturing process. Residential accommodation will be provided for selected applicants at Idumuje-Ugboko, a serene and hospitable community well suited for research and introspection and located 45 minutes away from Asaba in Delta State. For Enquires, call: Telephone: 08033000499, 08034739241 Applications may be made by sending a short bio (1 page) / portfolio (4 pages max)together with a letter of application to: Email: dreamarts.designagency@gmail, newculturegroup@gmail
Posted on: Thu, 22 Aug 2013 08:29:32 +0000
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