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JACO B JEN SEN DESIGN

C R E AT I V E S E R V I C E S

An apprenticeship at Jacob Jensen Design is a

Established in 1958, Jacob Jensen Design is Scandinavia’s



Product design

unique opportunity to gain working experience in

oldest and most award-winning design consultancy.



Graphic design, branding and communication

an international learning environment. Jacob Jensen

With more than fifty years of insight into design, inno-



Public space, architecture and interior design

Design I KMUTT Bangkok is a fully operational design

vation, communication, sustainability and technology,



App development and graphic user interfaces

consultancy where our apprentices acquire design

Jacob Jensen Design provides a wide range of services



Educational programmes

skills as well as learn about Scandinavian design

for clients all over the world, helping them become



Lectures and workshops

methodology.

leaders in their industry. Jacob Jensen Design operates out of Denmark, Bangkok and Shanghai.

APPRENTICESHIP

A PPRENTICE LE A RNING GOAL S

PROGR AMME RÉSUMÉ

Through practice supervised by Professor Timothy

1. To

develop an understanding of Scandinavian values

The apprenticeship programme is hosted at the Jacob

Jacob Jensen and senior designers, apprentice

and traditions which are the foundation of Jacob

Jensen Design studio, located in the Knowledge

skills and knowledge of professional design practice

designers will learn the Jacob Jensen Design method,

Jensen Design’s works.

Exchange Building, Bangkok.

through hands-on methodology. Apprentices work

values and thoughts, which have evolved and been

2 . To

refined over decades of practice.

1. The

reach perfection. The Jacob Jensen Design process is unique: We use

3 . To

physical models to visualize designs and produce tangible prototypes. Countless models are built until

grow an appreciation for pure and aesthetic

design.

2.

ability to clearly communicate an idea is a pillar

our headquarters. Day-to-day rituals and traditions

focus on developing design visualization skills.

will reinforce the Jacob Jensen Design values.

A diverse perspective is a crucial part of global think-

because of their quality and reliability but also

from Jacob Jensen Design will give a lecture or

e.g. museum exhibitions, product launches, design

because of their enduring desirability.

lesson on various topics. In addition, internationally

festivals etc.

renowned guests from other fields will give talks at

Upon completion of the programme, successful

6 . To

learn time management skills in a professional

least once a year.

build their own careers.

working design studio environment. 7. To

learn communication skills and professional

presentation techniques. 8 .

the opportunity presents itself, apprentices

will be taken to relevant events outside the studio,

gain exposure to Scandinavian work ethics.

Jensen Design – A unique foundation on which to

6. When

ing. Once every trimester, visiting senior designers

5 . To

competently reflect the design language of Jacob

physical working environment is modelled after

of our design process. The first two months will

Working on real projects is our teaching philosophy. apprentices will graduate as designers who can

5. The

learn how to make products that last, not only

4 . To

perfection is reached.

the programme, apprentices gain the

on real client projects with real deadlines.

establish a dedication to an iterative design

process. It takes many tries and a lot of hard work to

4. Throughout

To practice the international design language that is at the heart of the Jacob Jensen Design DNA.

3. The

Studio Managing Director, Academic Director

and leading senior designers will provide constant guidance in all aspects of the design process. Professor Timothy Jacob Jensen will teach apprentices on a regular basis.

D U R AT I O N

Apprenticeship is offered as a full-time, 1-year programme split into trimesters.

A D M I S S I O N A N D A P P L I C AT I O N S

PRE-SELEC TION CRITERIA

The application should include:

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in design,

1. A

cover letter outlining particular design interest

architecture, engineering or another related field. The

2. A

digital or online portfolio

selection will be based on the applicant’s résumé and

3.

portfolio as well as an interview and a homework

A résumé summarizing professional, educational, and extracurricular experience

assignment.

4. Previous

Applicants must submit a résumé and an online or

KMUTT will pre-select applicants, and a selection

digital portfolio that displays the following:

committee consisting of Professor Timothy Jacob

1. Proven

Jensen, the Studio Managing Director and the

experience and knowledge of:

college transcripts

- SolidWorks (PC)

Academic Director will evaluate each pre-selected

- Keyshot or Photoview

applicant and choose candidates for interview.

- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) - Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

If selected for an interview, applicants will receive

2.

Proven experience in model building

instructions for a homework assignment. During the

3.

Proven experience in assessing and carrying out a

interview, the applicants should present their portfolio

design process.

and the results of their homework assignment. The

4. Ability 5.

to visualize ideas through sketching

Ability to communicate in English

format of this presentation is not limited, and may include 3D models or printed materials.

SELEC TION PROCEDURE

A P P L I C AT I O N I N Q U I R E S

To apply for the programme, a candidate must submit

Tobias Fifield | Academic Director

an application to the King Mongkut University of

[email protected] | Tel +66 9 5708 5068

Technology Thonburi, School of Architecture and

PROGR AMME INQURIES

Design (KMUTT).

Jessicaploy Yansucon | Studio Sales Manager [email protected] | Tel +66 9 0665 9510

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