At senior level, architectural modelmaking is as much about leadership and project vision as it is about craftsmanship — and the best senior modelmakers are always in demand.

Who We Are
Architecture Social is a specialist recruitment consultancy with strong connections to London's most respected modelmaking studios. We work with workshops renowned for delivering exceptional competition and presentation models for high-profile architectural clients. Our ongoing relationships mean we understand each studio's specialisms, standards, and growth plans, giving us early visibility when senior positions become available.

What Our Clients Typically Ask For
Across the studios we partner with, clients consistently look for senior modelmakers who bring:
• Minimum five years of professional modelmaking experience with a portfolio spanning various scales and material types
• Project leadership from initial client briefing through to final delivery, including managing junior team members
• Expertise in selecting appropriate materials, scales, and levels of detail in consultation with architects and designers
• Detailed working drawing production for model construction and assembly sequences
• Strong workshop management including equipment maintenance and health and safety compliance
• Contribution to developing new techniques and processes that keep the studio at the forefront of the craft
• Excellent communication and project management skills for handling multiple concurrent commissions

If your modelmaking career combines outstanding craftsmanship with confident project leadership, we want to hear from you.

Why Register With Architecture Social
Senior modelmaking positions are rare and highly competitive, and many are filled through trusted recruitment relationships rather than public advertising. By registering with us, you ensure that your profile is front and centre whenever a senior role is briefed. We take the time to understand your career ambitions, your preferred workshop environment, and the types of projects that excite you most. Our consultants provide candid insight into studio dynamics, creative direction, and growth potential so you can make an informed move when the time is right.

How to Apply
Share your CV and model photography portfolio with our team, and we will arrange a confidential discussion about your career goals. We will keep you at the top of our shortlist and reach out the moment a fitting senior opportunity arises.