Interior Design Assistant

Interior Designer (established in 2004) in the North San Diego area is looking for a design assistant to join our small team. We work with clientele in and around the San Diego area.

This is a in-person position (between 30-35 hours per week) Monday through Friday located in Carlsbad, CA. This position will have multiple on-site construction visits per week (with owner/Principal) and requires reliable personal transportation.

Responsibilities:

- Tasks assigned by Principal Designer

- Creating client design boards

- Detailed Note-taking

- Professional interaction with clientele

- Help to coordinate vendors, contractors and subcontractors

- Place orders and coordination of orders and deliveries

- Participation in office administrative tasks (organization of samples, fabric, planning etc)

- Research/sourcing materials, lighting and furniture

Requirements:

- Positive attitude and willingness to learn

- Social media experience preferred (growing and maintaining a brand)

- In-person position (not remote) - MUST be comfortable going into client's homes, interacting with clients and contractors at construction sites

- Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or a related field is preferred

- Must be able to work around Principal Designer's schedule

- Working knowledge of MS Office and Excel (detailed budgeting)

- Proficiency in design software including AutoCAD and Sketchup

- Reliable transportation for responsibilities above

- Be able to work within a fast-paced environment and sometimes stressful situations with clientele/vendors

- Ability to do required tasks (i.e. lifting up to 20 lbs, walking through unfinished construction projects, climbing ladders etc)

- Must be organized and have attention to detail

- Previous experience in contract work or remodeling is a plus

- Savvy internet skills (research and buying)

- Polished appearance and professional demeanor

$25-30/hr commensurate with experience - we do not offer medical benefits

Please send resume and cover letter for why you would best fit with our team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Interior design: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Required)

Work Location: In person