Design Studio Hospitality & Operations Lead

BLDC Design; Shaker Heights (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BLDC Design, located in Shaker Heights, Ohio, seeks a Studio Coordinator to support daily studio life, welcome clients, coordinate events, and assist the design team. This role blends hospitality, organization, and creative problem solving in a collaborative, high-end interior design environment.

You will manage calendars, onboarding, vendor visits, and internal scheduling, ensuring smooth operations and polished client experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in studio coordination, luxury hospitality, event management, executive administration, or a related field.
• Exceptional organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative, service-oriented approach.
• A natural sense of hospitality and an appreciation for design, aesthetics, and beautifully maintained environments.
• Experience coordinating professional events, client experiences, or special projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and digital scheduling and organizational platforms.
• Strong professional judgment, discretion, and the ability to remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in interior design, architecture, luxury retail, or another creative field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily presentation, organization, and functionality of the design studio.
• Create a welcoming, polished, and professional experience for clients, guests, industry partners, and team members.
• Maintain studio hospitality, including refreshments, meeting preparations, supplies, and guest accommodations.
• Coordinate seasonal studio styling, floral arrangements, and environmental enhancements to maintain an elevated and inspiring atmosphere.
• Anticipate studio needs and independently manage supplies, upkeep, and other tasks.
• Serve as a trusted liaison between the Principal Designer and the studio team.
• Maintain awareness of team schedules, project workload, upcoming deadlines, and priorities.
• Recognize when team members may need additional resources, assistance, or leadership support.
• Communicate important team accomplishments, challenges, and concerns to the Principal Designer with professionalism and discretion.
• Coordinate team meetings, staff calendars, PTO tracking, and internal scheduling.
• Assist with onboarding new employees and coordinating interns.
• Support a positive, collaborative, and productive studio culture.

Skills

Studio coordination

Hospitality mindset

Event management

Calendar management

Client relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Scheduling platforms

Job description

BLDC Design, located in Shaker Heights, Ohio, seeks a Studio Coordinator to support daily studio life, welcome clients, coordinate events, and assist the design team. This role blends hospitality, organization, and creative problem solving in a collaborative, high-end interior design environment.

You will manage calendars, onboarding, vendor visits, and internal scheduling, ensuring smooth operations and polished client experiences.