SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER – INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR POSITION
*EITHER BE LOCATED IN SOUTH FLORIDA (IDEALLY MIAMI) OR REMOTE FROM NYC
Studio J & Co is looking for a professional, organized and self-motivated Senior Designer who has 7-8+ years minimum of interior design experience and who can thrive in an intimate, but very fast-growing firm in the South Florida area or remote from NYC. Candidate must be good at multi-tasking, organized, energetic, eager to learn, cheerful, and also be comfortable in a fast-paced environment. The Senior Designer will contribute to the success of the firm by overseeing multiple designers' work before it gets submitted, assisting with all aspects of design development, sourcing, meeting preparation, technical drawings, and site visits.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Degree in interior design, design school or equivalent experience.
- 7-8+ years of interior design experience
- Proficient in SketchUp - ability to fully design a room from start to finish all the way from finishes, specs and accessories/styling
- Proficient in AutoCad – ability to develop and redline full drawing sets
- Proficient in Excel, Word, GMail - must be prompt and utilize strong communication skills when responding to emails and calls
- Proficient at navigating showrooms, obtaining pricing, reserves, also must have knowledge of other trade resources and vendors.
- Experience selecting and specifying lighting, furnishings, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials and finishes.
- Experience with quotes, proposals, budgets, purchase orders and purchasing process
- Excellent attention to detail and highly organized
- Ability to multi-task; meet deadlines and is eager to learn and grow with firm
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
- Must have valid driver’s license and insurance with reliable vehicle
- Have a positive, friendly, professional attitude and a good sense of humor
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Overseeing other designers day to day and ensuring they meet the required deadlines and presentation dates
- Independently create and ensure all drawings coordinate with full design concepts for projects based on Principal’s design vision
- General research and all sourcing
- Prepare for client presentations by creating inspiration boards, floor plans, drawings and elevations.
- Follow up with vendors on lead times and quotes
- Attend site visits in the South Florida area
- Research new products and materials
- Type up and organize meeting notes, project status, deliverables, etc.
- Read architectural plans and produce scaled sketches, drawings and room layouts.