Design Assistant

Naples, FL design studio and gallery is looking for a multi-talented Design Assistant to work directly with Principal. This is an exciting opportunity with growth potential for the right candidate. The position duties will include administrative, showroom, and design support. Design Assistant Responsibilities and Duties: -Retail showroom/gallery support -Resource/selections, buyer and visual skills for showroom -Maintain and update design management software -Develop and maintain accurate product lists -Design and develop products on brand, comply with company’s mission statement, priced appropriately and meets margin requirements -Develop and maintain accurate technical specifications for each project -Review development samples and convey changes to both internal and external parties from original specification -Develop presentation boards and reports -Establish meetings and presentations to both internal and external customers -Prepare and convey sourcing and distribute development packs -Design and develop calendars for new products and projects -Manage and schedule each delivery within given deadlines -Provide assistance to management to analyze sales data -Evaluate product line concepts -Maintain sample library -Assist in routine project activities as filing, organizing, etc. -Retail Showroom/Gallery Duties -Customer service, greet visitors and answer phones -Attend exhibition openings and other art related functions -Light art handling and logistics -Shipping and receiving -Invoicing, tear sheets, and inventory management This position will interface directly with high level clients, requiring the utmost discretion and interpersonal skills.