Expert/Principal Interior Designer Salary in Ames, Iowa

Expert/Principal Interior Designer Salary in Ames, IA

How much does an Expert/Principal Interior Designer make in Ames, IA? The average Expert/Principal Interior Designer salary in Ames, IA is $89,400 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $72,000 and $104,800. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Expert/Principal Interior Designer Salary $56,158 Ames,IA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Expert/Principal Interior Designer Salary $72,000 Ames,IA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Expert/Principal Interior Designer Salary $89,400 Ames,IA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Expert/Principal Interior Designer Salary $104,800 Ames,IA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Expert/Principal Interior Designer Salary $118,821 Ames,IA May 28, 2024
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The Expert/Principal Interior Designer creates functional and aesthetic designs that help boost productivity, increase sales, attract customers, or enhance a living space. Develops plans and designs for the interior of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings based on the needs of the client. Being an Expert/Principal Interior Designer requires a bachelor's degree, an Architect license. Responsible for planning the use and layout of the space and decorating with color, furniture, fixtures, etc. Develops drawings, presentations, and cost estimates and coordinates the work of contractors. In addition, Expert/Principal Interior Designer typically reports to a manager or head of unit/department. Working as an Expert/Principal Interior Designer typically requires 10+ years of related experience. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  • University of Northern Iowa - Cedar Falls, IA
    P&S Info Why UNI. UNI Benefits. Position Basics. Position Title:Interior DesignerJob Category:P&SType of Position:ProbationaryFull Consideration Date:Tuesd...
    - 5 Days Ago
  • Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies - Marshall, TX
    The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for a Computer Aided Drafting Specialist (Infrastructure CAD Designer) to support our govern...
    - 5 Months Ago
  • ZELUS USA LLC - Lake Charles, LA
    Description. The VDC Designer is responsible for producing quality products as outlined by scoping and management. This position is expected to operate in ...
    - 2 Months Ago
  • CarShield - Saint Peters, MO
    CarShield is a Best Place to Work, as voted by Glassdoor and the St. Louis Business Journal. We are growing fast and looking to add key talent to the team....
    - 1 Month Ago
  • Dent Wizard - Waynesboro, VA
    Job Description. Clean up with every car you service. Be a Wizard. . If you’re into the details on cars (and like them to be perfect), we’d love to see you...
    - 9 Days Ago

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    Specialist Interior Designer

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Ames, Iowa    Ames is a city in central Iowa approximately 30 miles (48 km) north of Des Moines. It is best known as the home of Iowa State University (ISU), with l....More

Ames, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Ames, Iowa

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