Interior Designer, Staging

ASH People LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ASH People LLC seeks a Designer (Interior Staging Design) to translate concepts into curated environments for our high-end projects. You will conduct in-depth site surveys, develop space plans, select furniture and decor, source materials, and collaborate with warehouse, installation, and operations teams to ensure flawless execution.

This role emphasizes strong client presentation skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced studio while

Qualifications

• B.A. in Interior Design, Architecture, or similar field preferred.
• 3+ years of interior design or architecture experience, including high end residential or commercial.
• Experience supporting on-site installations, construction administration, or project styling.
• Proficiencies with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Pages, and Microsoft Office. Preferred: Asana, Programa.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth site surveys and develop space plans.
• Translate design concepts into curated environments.
• Select furniture, art, and decor and source materials.
• Collaborate with warehouse, installation, and other internal teams.
• Oversee installation and project budgets under Design leadership.
• Prepare design documentation for each project.
• Attend weekly design meetings and coordinate with clients.

Skills

Site installations experience

Client presentation skills

Independent work

Timelines management

Digital drawing set creation

Communication with stakeholders

Detail-oriented

Organization

Budget management

Problem solving

Downto-earth attitude

Education

B.A. in Interior Design or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Pages

Microsoft Office

Asana

Programa

Job description

Designer (Interior Staging Design)

Reports to Senior Designer

Collaborator Installation Team, Warehouse Team, Operations Team

Summary

The Designer is a creative and detail-oriented professional who ensures the company's aesthetic standards are consistently upheld throughout the design process of projects. The Designer will be responsible for conducting in-depth site surveys, developing space plans, and translating initial design concepts into curated environments that align with project objectives. Key tasks include selecting furniture, art, and decor, as well as sourcing materials and collaborating with internal teams, including warehouse and installation, to bring designs to life. The Designer will also maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution and deliver high-quality results.

Position Requirements

• Manage the production of furniture, art, and accessory plans based on guidelines set by the Director of Design
• Utilize strong client presentation skills to effectively communicate design concepts and solutions
• Work independently, exercising sound judgment while knowing when to seek feedback or approval.
• Act with confidence in decision making, with respect to fast-paced timelines across multiple projects
• Create and manage the digital drawing set for all space planning purposes
• Conduct in-depth site surveys of Active Projects to record the necessary conditions for executing a full design concept, with assistance from Junior Designers as needed
• Select proposed pieces either from the company's warehouse, or via new purchases, for furniture, art, and accessory selection for Senior Designer review and approval, subject also to Director of Design and/or Senior Director of Project comments
• Oversee internal company painters for any custom commissioned paintwork, either on canvas, or in situ (murals, etc.)
• Compile all design documentation in a concise design concept for each project
• Shop online and in person for items to be used in the design of projects
• Oversee the day-to-day installation of projects and collaborate with the company's Warehouse and Installation teams for receivables / deliveries
• Day-to-day management of project budgets set by the Director of Design and tracked by the Senior Director of Projects
• Manage project timelines and make any necessary updates and/or changes in order to stay on assigned timeline under the direction of the Senior Director of Projects
• Proficiently navigate the company's software for inventory and project management
• Respond to and execute internal feedback as provided by the Senior Designers, Director of Design, and/or Senior Director of Projects
• Respond to and execute external feedback as provided by Clients
• Attend weekly design meetings with design team members
• Travel to and from project sites as needed
• Oversee installation styling and general moving activities as needed

Skills and Experience

• B.A. in Interior Design, Architecture, or similar field preferred
• 3+ years of Interior design or architecture experience, including high end residential or commercial, previously having worked in design studio (architectural and/or interior or similar )
• Experience supporting on-site installations, construction administration, or project styling.
• Proficiencies with: AutoCAD, Adobe Creative suite, Pages, and Microsoft Office. Preferred: Asana, Programa

Attributes

• Creative - you consistently generate new ideas and seek out inspiration in your professional and personal life. You revel in thinking outside of the box and bringing abstract concepts into reality.
• Professional - you uphold the highest industry standards confidently with both internal and external parties, and are comfortable representing the brand to an exclusive and successful clientele
• Plugged-in - your interests gravitate toward the intersections of art, architecture, design, fashion, and other creative industries. You keep a finger on the pulse of all that's new and exciting, as well as a grasp on historical context, for a holistic understanding of the worlds that underpin the unique nature of our work.
• Natural communicator - you are the type of person who almost automatically keeps the people you work with in the loop. Your nature is to over communicate and provide summaries of conversations and decisions.
• Detail-oriented - you like keeping track of lots of details at once and are the type of person who notices when one small thing is missing or isn't right
• Organized - you are naturally organized in your professional and personal life. You take pleasure in creating organizational solutions that make you more efficient and/or effective
• Budgeter - you like managing budgets and take pride in developing solutions that are within an allocated budget
• Problem solver - you think fast, are adaptable and are bent toward solving problems as they arise
• Down-to-earth - while you like being recognized and rewarded as all people do, you are comfortable being the person behind the b