Jirawat Ritman
About Jirawat Ritman
Jirawat Ritman is a CNC Machinist based in London, United Kingdom, with a background in model making and design. He has contributed to innovative projects at Foster + Partners since 2020, leveraging his educational experience in art and design.
Work at Foster and Partners
Jirawat Ritman currently works as a CNC Machinist at Foster + Partners, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is part of the CAD Support team, where he contributes to the design and technical aspects of various projects. His responsibilities include training, programming parts, and operating CNC machines, which enhances his technical skills in model making. Prior to his current role, he worked at Foster + Partners as a Modelmaker for one month in 2013.
Education and Expertise
Jirawat Ritman has a solid educational background in art and design. He studied at Richmond upon Thames College, where he earned a BTEC National Extended Diploma in Art & Design (3D Design) from 2010 to 2012. He furthered his studies at Arts University Bournemouth, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Modelmaking from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, he achieved a BTEC First Diploma in Art & Design during his one-year study at Richmond upon Thames College from 2009 to 2010.
Background
Jirawat Ritman has a strong interest in architectural and engineering model making, which aligns with the innovative projects undertaken at Foster + Partners. His career in model making began after his education, where he worked as a Modelmaker from 2015 to 2020 in London, United Kingdom. This experience laid the foundation for his current role as a CNC Machinist, where he applies his skills in a technical and creative environment.
Career Progression
Jirawat Ritman's career has progressed through various roles in model making and CNC machining. After completing his studies, he worked as a Modelmaker for five years before transitioning to his current position at Foster + Partners. His experience in model making and his education in design have equipped him with the necessary skills to excel in his role as a CNC Machinist, where he continues to develop his expertise in the field.