Event Designer

American Society of Interior Designers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Society of Interior Designers in New York seeks an Event Designer to turn client dreams into immersive environments, from intimate gatherings to large brand activations. In this full-time, design-forward role you will concept, design, and help produce environments, leading mood boards to on-site execution.

You will collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure cohesive design and timely delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the creative process from mood boards and sketches to detailed renderings and final design decks.
• Design spatial layouts including floor plans, décor placements, and experiential vignettes that guide guest flow and emotional impact.
• Ideate and specify floral design concepts, from centerpieces to large-scale floral installations, walls, and sculptural moments.
• Work directly with floral teams to select palettes, flower varieties, and vessel styles, ensuring cohesion with overall event design.
• Create and refine visual assets: sketches, 2D/3D renderings, elevations, and materials boards.
• Participate in internal and client-facing brainstorms, presenting ideas clearly and confidently.
• Source, select, and specify all design elements: furniture, linens, lighting, props, table-top, signage, and custom fabrication.
• Communicate with vendors and fabricators to obtain quotes, samples, and production timelines; maintain accurate purchasing details.
• Support proposal development, including pricing support, creative copy, image curation, and presentation formatting.
• Assist with project management tasks: tracking budgets, timelines, deliverables, and changes in scope.
• Conduct site visits and walk-throughs; measure, photograph, and document spaces to inform design.

Job description

Event Designer

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Event Designer is a full-time, design-forward role for a self-starting, highly creative professional who lives for translating client dreams into unforgettable experiences. You will concept, design, and help produce immersive environments-from intimate gatherings to large-scale brand activations-owning the visual story from first sketch through on-site execution.

This is a hands-on, lifestyle career for someone who is hungry to grow, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has an unwavering commitment to excellence. You'll join a tight-knit, high-performing team that values collaboration, craftsmanship, and bold, original ideas.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead and support the creative process from mood boards and sketches to detailed renderings and final design decks.
• Design spatial layouts including floor plans, décor placements, and experiential vignettes that guide guest flow and emotional impact.
• Ideate and specify floral design concepts, from centerpieces to large-scale floral installations, walls, and sculptural moments.
• Work directly with floral teams to select palettes, flower varieties, and vessel styles, ensuring cohesion with overall event design.
• Create and refine visual assets: sketches, 2D/3D renderings, elevations, and materials boards.
• Participate in internal and client-facing brainstorms, presenting ideas clearly and confidently.
• Source, select, and specify all design elements: furniture, linens, lighting, props, table-top, signage, and custom fabrication.
• Communicate with vendors and fabricators to obtain quotes, samples, and production timelines; maintain accurate purchasing details.
• Support proposal development, including pricing support, creative copy, image curation, and presentation formatting.
• Assist with project management tasks: tracking budgets, timelines, deliverables, and changes in scope.
• Conduct site visits and walk-throughs; measure, photograph, and document spaces to inform design.