Personal Assistant to Interior Designer - 25 hrs/week

JustinBradley; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a proactive Personal Assistant to support a busy Interior Designer. This part-time role offers a unique blend of administrative support and hands-on involvement in design projects. You'll manage schedules, coordinate with vendors, and assist in sourcing materials while thriving in a dynamic, creative environment. With flexible hours and a competitive hourly rate, this position is perfect for someone passionate about interior design and eager to contribute to exciting projects. Join a team that values creativity and offers growth potential in the world of design.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Creative Work Environment

Hands-on Experience in Projects

Qualifications

• Experience as a personal or design assistant in a creative field.
• Passion for interior design with a strong eye for aesthetics.

Responsibilities

• Manage the designer’s calendar, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Assist with sourcing furniture, materials, and accessories.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Tech-Savvy

Detail-Oriented

Adaptability

Education

Interior Design Coursework

Tools

Google Workspace

Excel

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Studio Designer

Job description

Personal Assistant to Interior Designer - 25 hrs/week

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Job Title: Personal Assistant to Interior Designer

Location: Washington, DC (in-office, Georgetown)

Type: Part-time/25 hours/week - $40/HR

Reports to: Principal Interior Designer / Owner/Founder

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and design-savvy Personal Assistant to support a busy Interior Designer with daily operations and project execution. This role combines administrative support with project management and hands-on involvement in interior design, ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, design-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Administrative & Personal Support
   • Manage the designer’s calendar, appointments, and travel arrangements
   • Handle email correspondence, calls, and follow-ups with clients, vendors, and collaborators
   • Run errands, manage personal tasks, and help maintain daily efficiency
   • Organize receipts, invoices, and expense reports
   • Create and maintain organized files for client projects, design plans, and material samples
2. Design-related Support
   • Assist with sourcing furniture, materials, fabrics, and accessories
   • Request and track samples from vendors and showrooms, and get references
   • Accompany the designer on site visits, installations, or showroom appointments, taking notes and creating action plans
   • Oversee deliveries, manage order tracking, and coordinate installations with vendors and contractors

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a personal assistant, design assistant, or admin in a creative field or law firm, with high energy and an upbeat attitude
• Passion for interior design and a strong eye for aesthetics
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable
• Comfortable juggling multiple tasks and shifting priorities
• Excellent communication skills—professional, polished, and friendly
• Tech-savvy: Familiar with Google Workspace, Excel, Pinterest, Canva, and preferably Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of interior design platforms like Studio Designer is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and assist during installs and deliveries

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have):

• Interior design education or coursework

Additional Details:

• Competitive hourly rate at $40/hour
• Flexible working hours (25 hours/week)
• Creative, inspiring work environment with growth potential
• Opportunities for hands-on experience in high-end residential and commercial projects

JustinBradley is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

Additional Job Details:

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job functions: Project Management, Administrative, Purchasing
• Industries: Interior Design, Accessible Architecture and Design