Entry Level Interior Designer

RESPONSIBILITIES / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Introduced to and supervised in the analyses of interior design and materials, planning and occupancy studies, and limited design layouts.
  • Following instruction from a supervisor, candidate is capable of assembling the organization and components of an SD, DD, and CD set
  • Guided by senior staff to aid in design, compile data, do area take-offs, prepare plans/renderings, models, graphic, and design presentations
  • Guided by senior staff to conduct materials investigations and assemble sample presentations, including layout boards, material boards and trays
  • Observes design discussion about the development of elevations, plans, and sections at the schematic level
  • Able to conduct research on FF&E
  • Able to research trends and assist with data collection as directed
• Possess basic digital drawing skills and knowledge.
  • Possess Revit, CADD, and Adobe/Blue Beam skills
  • Competence of software used for presentation and studies through multiple mediums
  • Ability to create diagrams, renderings, and drawings to effectively communicate the design concepts
  • Understanding of BIM worksets, building content (i.e., families)
  • Digital file management and standards
  • Able to print, plot, collate, and assemble a document set
• Operates as a draftsman under the supervision of others; including documenting existing conditions, field measurements, and picking up redlines.
• Able to take existing drawings and input into Revit.
• Able to develop a basic understanding of how codes and standards affect design—including layout of spaces and selection of materials.
• Possess a general understanding of the types of finishes and their applications on CBT projects.
• Possess a general understanding of the furniture specification process, the components of it, and to whom the specification is sent and how it is used.
• Understands the importance of soft skills including verbal and written communication skills.

RELATIONSHIPS:

• Supervision on a daily basis or when assigned tasks and non-routine work to continually develop a depth of knowledge and skills.
• Can multi-task between different duties and projects while communicating the required time to complete tasks to senior staff.
• Tasks directed and time managed by others. Able to complete assignments on time.
• Limited exposure to clients and contractors.
• Begins to develop contacts and relationships with industry reps

EXPERIENCE:

• 1-2 years of relevant experience or multiple internships
• Interior design or equivalent degree preferred; enrollment in and pursuit of professional certification, registration, or sustainable accreditation preferred.
• Revit experience required
• Rhino experience is a plus