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Arthur Campbell

Furniture Maker
London

Summary

I am a hard working and motivated individual with a successful career in business behind me. My attitude to work is proven by my experience building a successful and profitable restaurant group. In 2022 I changed tack and decided to study fine furniture making and design at the Building Crafts College.


I am now looking for a challenging role within industry where I can pursue a career in furniture making. I am eager to work within a highly skilled team where I will be challenged and pushed to further develop my skills as a maker.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Operations Director and Co-founder

Brother Marcus Limited
04.2016 - 08.2022
  • Built small restaurant group from the ground up.
  • Took the company from a cafe in Balham to what it is now with five sites across some of the best areas in London.
  • Oversaw full restaurant operations covering everything from compliance and HR to new site acquisitions and contractor management.
  • Helped create a brand that ensures the customer experience is held above anything else in the business.

Furniture Maker

Atelier Korbo
07.2024 - Current
  • Started working with a friend straight after college, we produce both residential and commercial custom furniture.
  • Oversee full production process including both design and manufacture, utilising both modern and classical joinery.
  • Produce furniture using both solid and sheet products, depending on the clients needs.
  • Have developed a process driven working environment to keep design and production as efficient a possible.
  • Stayed current on industry trends by attending trade shows, workshops, and conferences, incorporating new ideas and techniques into the furniture-making process.

Education

Diploma - Fine Furniture Making And Design

The Building Crafts College
London
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - History And Politics

Brighton University
Brighton
04.2001 -

Skills

Able to work from complex drawings and designs

Familiar with both modern and classic joinery techniques

Able to efficiently glue-up and assemble complex furniture pieces

Competent in Autodesk Fusion CAD software

Able to use all standard workshop machinery

Logical Problem solver

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Certification

City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Furniture Design and Making

Hobbies

I have a keen interest in Paragliding and running and try to get to the South Downs for flying as often as the weather permits

Timeline

Furniture Maker

Atelier Korbo
07.2024 - Current

City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Furniture Design and Making

07-2024

Level 2 Diploma in Bench Joinery

07-2023

Operations Director and Co-founder

Brother Marcus Limited
04.2016 - 08.2022

Diploma - Fine Furniture Making And Design

The Building Crafts College
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - History And Politics

Brighton University
04.2001 -

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