Interior Designer (contract)

Social Leverage; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary initial consultation

Job summary

Birdwatch is seeking an Independent Contractor Interior Designer to support residential projects in the DMV or Philadelphia area. You will provide consultations, develop design concepts, specify finishes, and coordinate with homeowners and contractors on-site.

The role offers per-engagement compensation, flexibility in scheduling, and the freedom to manage your own workload while delivering design outputs aligned with project scopes.

Qualifications

• Independent contractor engagement, not an employee.
• Per-engagement compensation structure.
• On-site engagements in Philadelphia, PA or DMV area.

Responsibilities

• Provide interior design consultations for residential projects.
• Develop design concepts and execution-ready recommendations.
• Create drawings, specifications, and documentation per scope.
• Visit sites and coordinate with homeowners and contractors as needed.
• Occasionally participate in site visits.

Skills

Collaboration

Design

Management

Interior Design

Material Selection

Risk Management

Software

Project Management

Job description

(Independent Contractor – Field-Based in DMV or Philadelphia)

About Birdwatch

Birdwatch simplifies life for modern homeowners by coordinating home maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects. We support our members with trusted expertise, clear communication, and thoughtful execution—focusing on long-term relationships rather than transactional property management.

Engagement Overview

Birdwatch engages independent Interior Designers on a per-project basis to provide interior design expertise for residential improvement projects. These engagements may include consultations, design development, material selection guidance, and coordination support to help homeowners move confidently from concept to execution.

The Designer operates as an independent professional, retaining discretion over how services are performed, while delivering agreed-upon design outputs aligned with each project’s scope.

Scope of Services

Depending on the engagement, services may include:

Design Services

Conduct interior design consultations for residential projects such as finishes, fixtures, paint, wallpaper, layout refreshes, or renovations

Develop practical, execution-ready design recommendations consistent with the agreed project scope and homeowner goals

Provide drawings, specifications, or documentation as outlined in the engagement scope

Communicate design recommendations, selections, and considerations to the homeowner and Birdwatch’s designated point of contact

Clarify design intent and specifications for contractors when requested

Identify and communicate design-related risks, constraints, or conflicts relevant to project execution

Participate in site visits as mutually agreed upon per engagement

Assess spaces in person and provide professional design input based on observed conditions

Documentation & Close-Out

Provide design documentation, selections, and notes in a format reasonably requested by Birdwatch

Support design-related clarifications during project close-out as outlined in the engagement

Compensation Structure

Compensation is per engagement, based on mutually agreed scope

May include:

Complimentary initial consultation for Birdwatch members (if applicable)

Additional fees for expanded design development or coordination services

Payment is issued per completed engagement or milestone, as agreed in advance

Schedule & Availability

The Designer controls their own schedule and availability

No minimum hours or exclusivity requirements apply

Independent Contractor Relationship

The Interior Designer is engaged as an independent contractor, not an employee. The Designer:

Retains control over the manner and means of performing services

May provide services to other clients

Is responsible for all applicable taxes, insurance, licenses, tools, and business expenses

Nothing in this description shall be construed to create an employment relationship.

Successful Engagement Outcomes

Homeowners feel informed and confident in their design decisions

Design recommendations translate effectively into execution

Projects remain aligned with the agreed scope and documented design expectations

Location Philadelphia, PA, USA, Washington, DC, USA

Work Mode On-site

Seniority Entry Level

Function Design

Company Size 11-50 employees

Skills Collaboration Design Management Interior Design Material Selection Risk Management Software Project Management