Interior Design Director

Interior Design Director — Los Angeles

MAWD | March and White Design Founded in 2010 by Elliot March and James White, MAWD is an international award-winning design firm working at the intersection of luxury, innovation, and lifestyle. Our portfolio includes high-end residential developments, hospitality projects, branded residences, and private homes for top global clients, including Mandarin Oriental, Ritz-Carlton, and Waldorf Astoria.

MAWD | March and White Design is seeking an exceptional Interior Design Director to shape the future of our Los Angeles studio, a leader who blends creative excellence with strong operational and people leadership.

Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field, 12+ years post-graduate experience managing and delivering projects of exceptional quality.

You’ll bring proven leadership managing teams and multiple projects. Excellent client communication and presentation skills. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Design Spec. Strong mentoring and team-building skills.

• Guide design direction, oversee multiple projects through all phases
• Lead a team of interior designers and architects
• Collaborate with Co-Founder & Financial Director, Head of New Business & Marketing, and studio leads in London and New York
• Travel across the U.S. for client engagement

• Define and uphold creative direction and quality standards
• Lead concept creation and design refinement
• Integrate Director and client feedback
• Stay informed on trends, materials, and technologies

• Oversee projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Manage team resources and utilization
• Uphold quality control
• Partner on proposals, presentations, and client pitches

• Mentor and develop the team
• Lead weekly resource and management meetings
  
  Promote MAWD’s values and culture

• Expertise in interior design, FF&E design, and project delivery
• Strong design communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop, InDesign, Studio Spec / Studio Designer
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Leadership and mentoring skills

• Bonus based on performance
• Hybrid - 3 days in the office
• 15 days vacation plus an additional day for your birthday
• PTO for all of the days between Christmas and New Year
• 75% cover of our Silver Health Plan Dental and Vision

Flexible work from home options available.