Chanel Assistant Designer, Scenography & Events (Alternance)
- Location
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Posted
- Apr 22, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent, privately held luxury maison renowned for its fashion, haute couture and beauty divisions. The Parfums Beauté arm develops prestige fragrance and cosmetic experiences worldwide; the company is recognised for exacting standards, artisanal craftsmanship and a culture that privileges creativity and brand heritage.
Chanel (Neuilly-sur-Seine) seeks an Alternance Assistant Designer, Scenography & Events for Parfums Beauté — apprenticeship in spatial and event design.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the senior designer in development of scenographic concepts, mood boards and technical design proposals for product launches, press events and in-store activations.
- Produce and adapt technical drawings, plans and 3D views to translate creative briefs into buildable solutions.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders (marketing, PR, visual merchandising) to ensure concept alignment and timing.
- Liaise with external suppliers, ateliers and production teams to obtain quotes, samples and manufacturing specifications.
- Assist in budgeting, procurement tracking and maintenance of project documentation and schedules.
- Participate in on-site installation, quality control and debriefing; help supervise fit-outs and logistics on event days.
- Manage samples, props and set inventory; prepare layouts and explanatory materials for client and partner reviews.
- Contribute to post-event reporting, photographic documentation and archiving of scenographic assets.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a recognised higher-education programme in scenography, spatial design, event design, interior design, stage design or related discipline (Bachelor’s or Master’s cycle).
- Portfolio demonstrating strong spatial thinking, sketching, concept development and examples of built or prototyped projects.
- Excellent visual sensibility, meticulous attention to materiality and finishing details.
- Proven organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and third‑party suppliers.
- Professional-level French and good command of English; effective written and verbal communication for cross‑functional collaboration.
Skills
Experience
This alternance position suits a candidate with limited professional experience: previous internships or 6–12 months’ involvement in events, scenography, exhibition or retail installation are advantageous. Demonstrable project work in a portfolio is required.
Education
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in scenography, spatial/event design, interior design, stage design, or equivalent vocational training.
Workplace
This position is based in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.
Culture
Chanel cultivates a culture of exacting craftsmanship, aesthetic rigour and discretion. Teams are multidisciplinary and collaborative, blending heritage-driven standards with contemporary creative practice; the Paris-area workplace supports professional development through structured apprenticeships and immersive, hands-on training.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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