Interior Design Junior Designer

Amanda Teal Design; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique residential design firm based in Menlo Park is seeking a Junior Designer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to project success. Responsibilities include providing design team support, creating CAD plans, and assisting Project Managers. This full-time role is perfect for entry-level designers looking to contribute to innovative residential projects in Northern California.

Qualifications

• Drive to be a meaningful contributor to projects
• Excellent communication skills required
• Full commitment to company success needed

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the design team
• Assist Project Managers with project-related design tasks
• Create CAD plans and elevations

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong desire to contribute meaningfully

Job description

Amanda Teal Design, a boutique residential design firm based in Menlo Park, is looking for a Junior Designer to join our team. We serve clientele throughout Northern California, and our projects typically involve full-scale remodels or new build homes. We pride ourselves on creating thoughtful and innovative designs while providing the highest level of personal service. Our approach is grounded in integrity, and we value building strong relationships with our industry collaborators.

The Junior Designer will work under the Project Managers, and will support the team in creating functionally beautiful spaces for residential design clients. We actively foster a team environment where supporting each other, sharing information, and learning is key. The ideal candidate will have the drive to be a meaningful contributor, have excellent communication skills, and is fully committed to the success of the company and our projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the design team
• Assist Project Managers with miscellaneous project‑related design tasks
• Create CAD plans and elevations, coordinate site measurements as needed
• Create, or coordinate creation of, perspective drawings and renderings
• Create style sheets and presentation boards, both physical and digital
• Create product tear sheets for client presentations
• Assist Project Manager with product research and sample procurement
• Request quotes from vendors and enter items in Studio Designer
• Collaborate with Project Manager and Purchasing Coordinator to gather finish samples, drawings, or site measurements needed to complete orders
• Create and maintain project schedules; include materials, plumbing, cabinetry, lighting, paint, hardware and accessories, responsible for completeness
• Create specification packets for contractors or permits, when requested
• Create and maintain project files, binders, fabric and material boxes
• Record and distribute detailed meeting notes for all meetings attended
• Assist Purchasing Coordinator to prepare for installation, maintain supplies
• Create project‑specific care and cleaning instructions
• Assist Design Director to prepare for photoshoots
• Maintain and organize Sample Library; sample pick‑ups and returns
• Maintain ATD digital sourcing library
• Maintain current rep and vendor contact information in Studio Designer
• Schedule vendor presentations as needed
• Maintain office, kitchen, and cleaning supplies
• Maintain office cleanliness and organization
• Track hours by daily time‑billing entries

Qualifications

• Strong desire to contribute meaningfully to projects and the company
• Excellent communication skills
• Full commitment to the success of the company and its projects

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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