Design Assistant

Company Description

Design Poole Inc. (DPI) is an award-winning hospitality interior design firm specializing in upscale hotels, resorts, branded residences, vacation ownership properties, and destination food & beverage concepts throughout the United States, Canada, and Latin America.

For more than 26 years, DPI has been recognized for creating story-driven environments that balance creativity, operational performance, brand identity, and guest experience. Our studio is known for its collaborative culture, fast-paced project environment, and commitment to developing emerging design talent into future industry leaders.

Based in Orlando, Florida, with a studio presence in Toronto, Canada, DPI continues to grow as a creative force within the hospitality industry.

Role Description

Design Poole Inc. is seeking two full-time Design Assistants to join our Orlando studio team.

This position is ideal for emerging interior designers looking to develop their technical, creative, and project coordination skills within a highly collaborative hospitality-focused studio environment.

Design Assistants will work directly with senior designers and project leadership supporting multiple hospitality projects from concept development through construction documentation.

This is an in-studio position based in Orlando, FL.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project teams with Revit production and construction documentation

• Support material, finish, and FF&E presentations

• Assist with renderings, visual presentations, and design boards

• Coordinate vendor communication, samples, and product information

• Support project organization, consultant coordination, and documentation management

• Participate in hospitality design concept development and creative collaboration

• Maintain organized digital and physical project resources

• Assist senior team members with day-to-day project tasks and deadlines

Qualifications

• Degree in Interior Design or related design field

• Working knowledge of Revit required

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and InDesign

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced studio environment

• Strong communication and time management skills

• Passion for hospitality design and creative storytelling through interiors

• Positive attitude with willingness to learn and grow professionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Hospitality studio internship or hospitality project exposure

• Experience with Enscape or rendering software

• Familiarity with FF&E documentation and materials coordination

What We Value

At DPI, we value team members who are collaborative, adaptable, resourceful, and motivated to grow. We believe strong mentorship, technical development, and creative curiosity are essential to building exceptional hospitality designers and long-term studio leadership.

To Apply

Please submit resume and portfolio to:

[email protected]