Interior Designer

Career Collective; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A design firm in Charlotte, NC, seeks an experienced Interior Designer with 10 to 15 years of experience. The ideal candidate will possess a strong design sensibility and technical expertise, working collaboratively across various project types such as educational and civic. You must have NCIDQ certification, possess strong communication and organizational skills, and be proficient in design tools. Passion for creating spaces that support community and well-being is highly valued. Join a small-firm environment to make meaningful contributions.

Qualifications

• Strong background in design fundamentals and space planning.
• NCIDQ certification is required.
• Registered Interior Designer in North Carolina or eligible for reciprocity.
• Professional experience within architecture firms is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage interiors from concept through construction documentation.
• Coordinate furniture and fixture selection and code compliance.
• Prepare presentations, specifications, and construction documents.
• Collaborate with architects and consultants on project workflows.

Skills

Design fundamentals

Space planning

Environmental design

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Pre-Professional Degree in Interior Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Enscape

Lumion

Job description

Interior Designer - Creative, detail-driven Interior Designer with 10 to 15 years of professional experience.

The ideal candidate will bring both design sensibility and technical expertise, working collaboratively across project types including educational, civic, and institutional.

Education

1. 1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture from a CIDA accredited program is preferred.
2. 2. A Pre-Professional Degree or Technical degree from a community college in Interior Architecture is also acceptable.

Certification and Licensing

1. 1. Strong background in design fundamentals, space planning, and environmental
2. 2. NCIDQ certification required
3. 3. Registered Interior Designer in North Carolina (or eligible for reciprocity)
4. 4. LEED AP or WELL AP certification preferred (not required)

Experience

1. 1. Professional experience in interior design and interior architecture, ideally within architecture firms or multidisciplinary environments
2. 2. Proven ability to manage interiors from concept through construction documentation
   • a. Demonstrated experience with:
   • b. Finish and material selection;
   • c. Furniture and fixture coordination (FF&E);
   • e. Code compliance, accessibility, and life safety standards;
   • f. Skilled in Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite; familiarity with SketchUp, Enscape, or Lumion preferred;
   • g. Experience preparing presentations, specifications, and construction documentation;
   • h. Strong understanding of project workflows and coordination with architects and consultants.

Other

1. 1. Excellent communication and organizational skills — comfortable presenting to clients and leading discussions.
2. 2. Collaborative team player who thrives in a small-firm environment with cross-disciplinary teamwork.
3. 3. Passionate about designing spaces that support learning, community, and well-being.
4. 4. Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining design quality and consistency.
5. 5. Active Professional Association (IIDA, ASID) involvement is encouraged