Job Description

The IA Design Assistant contributes to the success of Chris Shao Studio LLC. by assisting in general office and design duties, drafting, sourcing, coordinating, filing library and images. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in residential interior design, focusing on high-end residential design.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary role of Design Assistant is to assist the designers during the design process by gathering required design materials for projects including:
Materials, finishes, appliances, plumbing, hardware and bath accessories.
Paint and finish options, preliminary color schemes
Compose mood boards, gather relevant images.
Draft elevations, floor plans and render presentation drawings.

Organize and maintain design library:
Set up meetings with vendors and present new materials to project team
Research building materials and finishes.
Maintain the library, return samples to design center.
Collect relevant images from magazines and books
Research new products and materials

Reruirement:
Degree in Interior Architecture or Interior Design
Minimum of 2 years interior design experience
Excellent presentation skills, including space planning and drawing
Proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT
Ability to read a set of construction documents and section details
Ability to create and manage Excel spreadsheets
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
Knowledge of and/or ability to learn time-keeping and billing software
Experience selecting and specifying millwork, lighting, hardware, plumbing, materials, and finishes
Experience with SPEXX preferred
Experience with SketchUp and/or 3DSMax preferred
Ability to interact effectively with the design team on multiple projects
Experience with budgets
Knowledge of trade resources and vendors

BENEFITS
Full Healthcare Coverage
401(k) Safe Harbor Matching
Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account
Commuter Benefits
529 College Pre-Tax Plan
Paid Time Off
Cell Phone Stipend
Fitness Benefit
Flexible Work Schedule (Hybrid of Local Remote and In-Studio Work)
We offer the flexibility to Work From Home but you must be local and willing to commute to our Studio when needed.
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