Interior Design Assistant/Junior Designer

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or equivalent (Required)
• Interior design: 2 years (Preferred)

Full Job Description

We are a full-service boutique firm specializing in high-end residential design. Our professional designers specialize in creating interiors to fit each client’s taste and style perfectly, thereby realizing the homeowners’ inspiration.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Must have a minimum 2 year degree

Mandatory Experience/Background: A minimum of two years’ experience. Interior Design education may substitute for mandatory experience. Must be capable of working in a fast-paced environment. Requires excellent computer skills including G Suite, CAD, Photoshop and Quickbooks. Strong communication skills and attention to detail required with the ability to manage and organize multiple tasks and work as part of a team. Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license and auto insurance for occasional company business.

Desired Experience/Qualifications: Two or more years of design experience working with high-end clientele.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds (unpacking merchandise, assisting on install and updating library materials). Must be able to climb a ladder for installation assistance. Will periodically be required to sit at a desk or a computer for extended periods of time.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide support to the Interior Designer/ Senior Interior Designer/ Senior Design Director, including design, project management, purchasing and administrative support functions and to ensure Client satisfaction at all times.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:

· Collect and organize data, prepare reports, specifications, cost estimates, presentation material and other documentation.

· Manage Supervisor’s calendar, including scheduling meetings and managing deadlines.

· Monthly review of project billings and Accounts Receivable.

· Act as record keeper at meetings.

· Organize project binders, on-line project files and bins.

· Ensure the resource library is kept organized and current at all times.

· Coordinate Sales Rep meetings

DESIGN DUTIES:

· Research furnishings and fabrics cost estimates.

· Create presentations.

· Prepare and update finish schedule.

PURCHASING DUTIES:

· Order samples.

· Participate in maintaining design library (including catalog and fabric libraries), file incoming product literature and update price lists.

· Price selected items and specify reselections for discontinued items and prepare Client proposals.

· Coordinate with Purchasing department to order approved items.

· Coordinate with Purchasing to conduct vendor follow ups to ensure timely delivery.

CLIENT/PROJECT MANAGEMENT DUTIES:

· Prepare and update project furnishings budget.

· Assist with contract management.

· Attend Client meetings as requested.

· Arrange meetings with Vendors and Clients.

· Client invoicing.

· Coordinate with Purchasing Manager and Design team to schedule installs with delivery services.

· Supervise installers, ensure all items are delivered, inspected and damages recorded.

· Work with Clients and Supervisor to resolve issues and ensure satisfactory completion of project.

Other related duties as requested and assigned.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $50,000