Interior Design Professional

Emerald Design Works; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

10 Paid Company Holidays

Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Collaborative Culture

Job summary

Emerald Design Works in Chicago and Greensboro is seeking interior design professionals to join our growing Design Studios. We welcome multiple experience levels and seek designers who blend creative vision with technical skill, curiosity, and collaboration.

You will work on multifamily, model homes, senior living, private clubs, and commercial workplaces, translating client goals into thoughtful concepts, producing drawings, finish schedules, and FF&E specs, and supporting exceptional project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience designing residentially inspired commercial interiors with thorough documentation.
• Proficient in Revit and/or AutoCAD; familiarity with SketchUp/Enscape and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Translate client goals into thoughtful design concepts that balance creativity, functionality, and brand identity.
• Contribute across the full design process from concept to construction documentation and installation.
• Create presentations, renderings, and visual storytelling to communicate design intent clearly.
• Develop and maintain drawings, finish schedules, FF&E specs for project execution.
• Source furnishings and materials that meet project vision and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with procurement, client delivery, installation, and leadership teams for a cohesive client experience.
• Participate in client meetings, site visits, and installations; mentor responsibilities may be assigned.

Skills

Design concept development

Space planning

Presentation skills

Client collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related discipline

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Enscape

InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

Help shape spaces that are purposeful, memorable, and exceptionally delivered.

Emerald Design Works is looking for talented interior design professionals to join our growing Design Studios in Chicago and Greensboro. We are open to multiple experience levels and are looking for designers who combine creative vision, technical skill, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset.

Our work spans multifamily, model homes, senior living, private clubs, and commercial workplace environments. Every project is approached with intention, balancing beauty, functionality, and the seamless client experience that defines Emerald.

The Work You’ll Help Build

• Translate client goals into thoughtful design concepts that balance creativity, functionality, and brand identity.
• Contribute across the full design process, from concept development and space planning through construction documentation, procurement coordination, and installation.
• Create compelling presentations, renderings, and visual storytelling that communicate design intent clearly and confidently.
• Develop and maintain drawings, finish schedules, and FF&E specifications that support exceptional project execution.
• Source furnishings, materials, finishes, and products that reinforce each project’s vision while meeting commercial performance requirements.
• Collaborate closely with procurement, client delivery, installation, and leadership teams to create a cohesive client experience.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, site visits, and installations; depending on experience, take on broader project leadership and mentoring responsibilities.

What We’re Looking For

• You are a thoughtful designer who cares about both the creative idea and the details required to bring it to life.
• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Fine Arts, or a related discipline, or equivalent education and professional experience.
• Experience creating residentially inspired commercial interiors through thoughtful planning, documentation, and execution.
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD; experience with SketchUp, Enscape, or comparable visualization tools.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign and Photoshop.
• Understanding of commercial FF&E specifications, material selections, finish schedules, and design documentation.
• Strong organization, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate confidently with clients and project teams.
• Willingness to travel as needed for presentations, site visits, and project installations.

Why Emerald

We’re building a national commercial interiors company around one idea: exceptional design deserves exceptional delivery.

You’ll join a growing team where designers can have a meaningful impact on the work, the client experience, and how our studios continue to evolve.

Your title and level may vary based on experience and capabilities.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  Supporting your health and well-being every step of the way.

• Paid Time Off
  Time to rest, recharge, and return inspired.

• Paid Sick Time
  Because taking care of yourself and your family matters.

• 10 Paid Company Holidays—Including Your Birthday
  We believe life's milestones deserve to be celebrated.

• Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
  Helping you stay connected wherever work takes you.

• Professional Development Opportunities
  Continuous learning, new experiences, and opportunities to grow alongside a team that values curiosity and excellence.

• A Collaborative Culture
  Work alongside talented professionals who value craftsmanship, trust, and white-glove service.