Floral Designer (Freelance)

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Rachel Cho Floral Design is seeking experienced Freelance Floral Designers in New York to create floral arrangements for various events. The role involves executing designs aligned with brand standards and client expectations, supporting event production, and maintaining professionalism during projects. Ideal candidates will have strong floral design experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Flexibility for early mornings and weekends is required, with the opportunity to work in a collaborative luxury environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a floral designer for events, weddings, or corporate work.
• Strong understanding of floral mechanics and processing techniques.
• Ability to execute designs with detail and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute floral arrangements according to client expectations.
• Support event production and breakdowns for various events.
• Maintain professionalism and attention to detail during production.

Skills

Floral design experience

Understanding of floral mechanics

Time management

Excellent communication

Job description

Rachel Cho Floral Design is a New York–based luxury floral studio where imagination meets refinement. We create immersive, artful environments that transform moments into lasting memories. From intimate celebrations to large-scale, sculptural installations, our work is driven by intention, elegance, and a deeply cultivated design sensibility.

We are seeking experienced, reliable Floral Designers (Freelance) to support our studio on a project-by-project basis. This role is ideal for designers who are confident working independently, highly responsive, and able to seamlessly integrate into an established luxury brand aesthetic while executing work to the highest standard.

Freelance Floral Designers will support events, installations, corporate work, and weekly floral production as needed, working under the creative direction of Senior and Lead Designers.

What You’ll Do

• Design and execute floral arrangements that align with the Rachel Cho Floral Design aesthetic, brand standards, and client expectations
• Support event production, installations, and breakdowns for weddings, corporate events, and large-scale projects
• Follow written instructions and creative direction regarding stem selection, color palette, scale, proportions, and overall look of arrangements
• Execute floral designs efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced production environment
• Assist with on-site styling, placement, and last-minute adjustments during events
• Work collaboratively with internal teams while managing assigned tasks independently
• Maintain professionalism, flexibility, and attention to detail throughout production days
• Support general studio and production needs as assigned, including processing flowers, organizing product, and maintaining clean workspaces

Required Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience as a floral designer (event, wedding, corporate, or weekly work)
• Strong understanding of floral mechanics, stem handling, and proper processing techniques
• Ability to execute designs with consistency, efficiency, and attention to detail
• Comfort working from creative direction, recipes, or visual references
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, professional demeanor
• Comfort communicating digitally using tools such as WhatsApp, Slack, and email
• Availability to work early mornings, long production days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Strongly Encouraged

• Prior experience working within a luxury floral or event production environment
• Familiarity with high-volume event workflows and on-site installation processes
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing production needs and timelines
• A portfolio of previous floral work (professional, freelance, or studio-based; digital format preferred)

Who You Are

• A motivated self-starter who takes initiative and manages work independently
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and highly responsive
• Calm under pressure and adaptable in fast-paced production settings
• Passionate about flowers, craftsmanship, and elevated design
• Respectful of brand standards and able to execute within an established aesthetic
• A collaborative team player who contributes positively to the studio environment

Physical & Work Requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods
• Lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 30 pounds regularly
• Work on their feet during long installation and production days (often 8–10+ hours)
• Safely handle fragile and perishable materials including flowers, glass vessels, candles, and décor
• Work in environments with temperature fluctuations, humidity, water, floral debris, and fragrances
• Navigate loading docks, stairs, tight hallways, and crowded event venues