Entry Level Interior Designer

ZGF Architects; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

HSA with employer contribution

401k with employer match

4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays

paid parental and family leave

Job summary

ZGF Architects in Portland is seeking an Entry Level Interior Designer to join the Interiors Group. You will work under supervision, collaborate with the design team, and contribute to design drawings, models, and marketing materials.

Applicants should have graduated from an Interior Design program; professional experience is beneficial but not required. Proficiency in Revit, Rhino, Sketch-Up, and Adobe Suite is expected, and the role offers a competitive base salary with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a professional Interior Design program.
• Professional experience is beneficial but not required; creative curiosity is required.
• Experience with design documentation is valuable.
• Basic understanding of design and construction principles.
• Good communication and graphic skills with modeling and rendering ability.

Responsibilities

• Will be part of a community focused on design excellence and innovation.
• Collaborate with the design team for generating and developing design ideas.
• Produce design drawings, presentation drawings, graphic design work, and digital and physical modeling.
• Work under close supervision and receive instruction and mentoring regarding tasks and management.
• Perform interior design assignments and work collaboratively toward design solutions.

Skills

Collaboration

Graphic skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor/Professional Interior Design program

Tools

Revit

Rhino

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

Job description

ZGF is seeking an Entry Level Interior Designer for the Portland office. We are looking for creative, motivated and curious design talent with a passion for interior design and the built environment. We are offering a position within the Interiors Group for an individual who will work under the direction of experienced professional design staff on a diversity of project opportunities. If you have a passion and a desire to exercise your design skills, we are interested in talking with you.

As an Entry Level Interior Designer, you will…

• Will be part of a community focused on design excellence and innovation.
• Collaborate with the design team for generating and developing design ideas.
• Produce design drawings, presentation drawings, graphic design work, and digital and physical modeling in support of Interior Design projects, as well as marketing efforts.
• Work under close supervision and receive instruction and mentoring regarding tasks and management.
• Perform interior design assignments and work collaboratively with others toward design solutions.

Qualifications:

• Applicants should have graduated from a professional Interior Design program.
• Professional experience is beneficial but not required - but creative curiosity is required.
• Previous experience with the production of design documentation would be valuable.
• Basic understanding of design and construction principles.
• What we do is all about design - having good communication and graphic skills along with physical and digital modeling and rendering ability is desired.
• Knowledge of Revit, Rhino, Sketch-Up, and Adobe Suite (or similar programs) is required.

Base Salary Range:

$59,960/yr - $69,948/yr based on skills and experience level.

Benefits:

• ZGF Employees Enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution
• HSA with employer contribution
• 401k with employer match
• 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year
• paid parental and family leave programs

We know that great projects take more than a design team to become a reality. Whether you're a finance professional, project manager, or specialist in another field, your expertise helps create a healthier, more equitable built environment. Studies show that women and people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We encourage you to apply even if you don't check every box-your skills and experiences may be exactly what we need.

ZGF Architects is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the unique qualities and perspectives that each individual brings to our team. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply. Regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we are excited to consider qualified candidates.