FF&E Designer

Kelly Wearstler; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with Employer Contributions

3x Summer Fridays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Parking Benefits

Studio Wellness Programming

Studio Culture & Events

In-Studio Amenities

Job summary

Kelly Wearstler is seeking a Mid-Level FF&E Interior Designer to join our award-winning studio, focusing on luxury hospitality, private residential estates, and high-end restaurants. You will collaborate cross-functionally, lead sourcing and specification of furnishings and finishes, and develop client presentations and FF&E documents.

The role includes managing portions of projects and mentoring junior designers.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years FF&E interior design experience in luxury residential/hospitality.
• Proven ability to manage procurement and vendor relationships.
• Strong collaboration and project management skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office; SketchUp, Revit, Rhino, Enscape a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams, architects, contractors, artisans, and vendors to deliver design outcomes.
• Lead sourcing and specification of furnishings, finishes, textiles, hardware, and lighting.
• Develop and deliver client presentations, mood boards, and FF&E documentation.
• Manage small projects or key segments of larger projects, supporting schedules and budgets.
• Mentor junior designers and assist with construction administration tasks (submittals, RFIs, ASIs/IDSKs).

Skills

Strong collaboration

Project management

Procurement & vendor relationships

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

SketchUp

Revit

Rhino

Enscape

Job description

Kelly Wearstler is seeking a talented, detail-oriented, and self-driven Mid-Level FF&E Interior Designer to join our award-winning studio. Our work spans luxury hospitality, private residential estates, and high-end restaurants. You'll join a highly creative, fast-paced environment where design excellence and innovation are paramount.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams, architects, contractors, artisans, and vendors to deliver exceptional design outcomes.
• Lead sourcing and specification of furnishings, finishes, textiles, hardware, and lighting.
• Develop and deliver client presentations, mood boards, and detailed FF&E documentation.
• Manage small projects or key segments of larger projects, supporting schedules and budgets.
• Mentor junior designers and assist with construction administration tasks (submittals, RFIs, ASIs/IDSKs).

Requirements

• 4-8 years of FF&E-focused interior design experience with a strong luxury residential and/or hospitality portfolio.
• Strong collaboration and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage procurement and vendor relationships.
• Software proficiency: AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office (SketchUp, Revit, Rhino, and Enscape are a plus).
• Salary range: $90K - $110K annually.

Benefits Overview

• Health Insurance - employer-supported medical coverage options for team members
• 401(k) with Employer Contributions - plan confidently for your financial future
• 3x Summer Fridays - enjoy extended weekends during the summer season
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - dependent on seniority; accrual increases with tenure
• Parking Benefits - on-site or covered parking available to team members
• Studio Wellness Programming - alternating Yoga, Pilates, and HIIT sessions every Thursday
• Studio Culture & Events - regular team gatherings, celebrations, and creative programming that foster connection and collaboration
• In-Studio Amenities - kitchen stocked with snacks and beverages to support a comfortable and energized workday