Interior Design Assistant

Interior Design Assistant – Business of Home

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Job Description

Your role as Design Assistant will involve the following job responsibilities:

• Organization of client documents – orders, finish materials, plans
• Order management i.e., tracking, follow up, shipping, installation
• Architectural drafting (CAD) of floor plans, furniture plans, elevations and details
• General support of the Principal Designer and Project Manager throughout all design meetings

Client interaction:

• Assistance with site supervision throughout construction
• Collaboration and communication with various sales vendors for sampling, orders, and general queries
• Assistance in producing design presentations
• Pick ups, deliveries and general organizational tasks at KGID offices and storage facilities
• Material library organization
• Any other tasks which both parties agree upon

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate should have a degree or certificate from an accredited Interior Design program and will work under the direction of the Principal Designer and in tandem with a Project Manager through conceptualization, procurement and installation of final designs. High interpersonal skills are required so that the Assistant can collaborate with vendors as well as support the design team in our fast-paced environment.

Excellent time management skills, leadership aspirations, and attention to detail are critical for success. The Design Assistant is expected to have a “can-do” attitude and a willingness to do a range of tasks or put in extra effort as a given project goes through more time intensive phases, such as the first presentation and installation. The Design Assistant is expected to have or acquire proficiency with Microsoft Suite, Auto Cad, Studio Designer Software (a plus), any design rendering program such as Sketchup or Revit (a plus).

About Our Company

Kate Gelfand Interior Design is a full-service interior design firm known for creating spaces that celebrate craftsmanship, beauty, and a sense of place. Founded in 2014 by Katie Gelfand, KGID combines a deep passion for classic design and an insatiable craving for the new to create timeless, unique spaces that seamlessly blend tradition and innovation. Katie began studying art and design at a young age, which ultimately led her to a Masters program in Interior Architecture at George Washington University.

The technical skills she learned there strengthened her comprehensive and detailed approach to design.

KGID offers a wide range of services, including ground-up construction, renovation, interior decoration and furniture planning. KGID collaborates with a host of talented professionals to ensure that each element of the design is fully realized to the client’s satisfaction with the finest materials.

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Contact:
Kate Gelfand – Owner | Principal Designer –

Location:

Greenwich | Salary: $50,000-$100,000 | Duration:
Full-time

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Internet Publishing