Interior Designer - Lifestyle - Mid Level

**Overview:** As a Mid-Level Interior Designer at Gensler, you will have the opportunity to combine your creative and technical skills to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. You will be an integral member of the design team, contributing your point of view and participating in conceptual thought-processes and design exploration. **Responsibilities:** • Creates initial concept packages with a strong design story to guide the design process through project completion • Conducts programming efforts through space planning studies to arrive at final approved plan that meets the goals of clients • Sculpt interior spaces as a holistic experience, including specification of furniture, lighting, artwork, and finishes/materials • Leads day-to-day project coordination efforts, prioritizing deadlines, managing communication, and coordinating with clients and consultants • Communicates conceptual design ideas through 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings • Works with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives • Participates in the construction administration of projects, including review of submittals and finish samples, as well as value engineering efforts to maintain design intent • *Qualifications:** • Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or related field from an accredited school • 5+ years of related experience, Retail experience preferred • NCIDQ or CID Certification required • Proficient in SketchUp and Revit • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) • Knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications • Rendering and visual communication skills are highly valued • Passionate, self-starting, intelligent, dedicated, efficient • Detailed understanding of FF&E design and deliverables • *Benefits:** • Medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off • 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice-annual bonus opportunities • Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees • Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes • Comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes employee well-being and work-life balance • Opportunities for professional development and growth within the firm • Collaborative and dynamic work environment that values creativity, research, and innovation • Commitment to creating a just and equitable future for colleagues and communities through our Five Strategies to Fight Racism • Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a focus on creating an inclusive workplace environment • Opportunities to participate in internal design competitions, art exhibits, and other creative initiatives • Access to state-of-the-art technology and design tools • A global network of 6,000 professionals working together to create a better world through the power of design