Associate Interior Designer

We are Concetti, and we believe that everyone deserves to live and work in spaces that fully express their genuine selves. Just like Detroit we are gritty, we are passionate, and we love to get down to work. And when it's all said and done, we are your strategic design partner that will create space that becomes you.
We are all about - Gratitude Attitude
Throughout everything that we do- every client we meet, every project we design, every stride we take - there is a constant, resounding gratitude attitude behind it all.
Being an integral part of the revitalization of this beautiful, strong, passionate city of creatives is our dream come true, a dream we could not have achieved without you. And we never forget that. So we bring an attitude of gratitude as a constant thank you for our client's support and for the chance to build beautiful, meaningful spaces in the city we love.
Are you Concetti's next Associate Designer?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Associate Designer supports the CEO/Principal Designer, Lead Designer, and the Design Team in day-to-day design functions of Concetti. The Associate Designer provides quality and intuitive designs to our clients, tailored to their needs, by supporting both design work and internal operations, through partnership with the Concetti team and under the direction of the Lead and/or Principal Designers. The Associate Designer is creative, self-motivated, eager to learn, and demonstrates strong design abilities and knowledge of business components of the industry. The Associate Designer interacts with both a diverse clientele and internal team members. This role requires creativity, passion, excellent communication, strong understanding of construction, and fresh, evolving design skills.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Design:

• Assists CEO/Principal Designer, Lead Designer, and the Design Team with projects and daily tasks
• Under the direction of the Principal and/or Lead Designer work with clients on residential and commercial projects from full strategy to styling
• Create design solutions for review by Principal and/or Lead Designer for client approval
• Support client through the design process by following the phased approach (when appropriate)
• Advise client on interior design factors such as space planning, layout and use of furnishings or equipment, and color coordination
• Execute project in accordance with client design contract, budget for labor hours & write up change orders as needed
• Conduct field measures, verifies dimensions, and builds plan into Chief Architect
• Create any necessary construction/ detail drawings to document design solution
• Coordinate with contractors, architects, engineers, and trades, to ensure job success
• Maintain consistent communication with professionals and trades
• Create and obtain quote requests
• Estimate material requirements and costs, for review by Principal and/or Lead Designer to present to client for approval
• Attend furniture delivery and installations in person
• Regular and routine onsite attendance
• Maintain client folders including marketing materials

Design Team Support:

• Maintains consistent communication with clients including progress report and creates and maintains project timeline
• Assists with client photoshoots as needed
• Keep office clean & orderly
• Help to maintain Resource Library & accessory inventory
• Help with procurement tasks as needed
• Marketing tasks: under the direction of the Brand Ambassador and Marketing & Relationship Director, with a strong storytelling perspective, creates social media content and marketing collateral

EDUCATIONAL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture preferably from a CIDA accredited institution
• 3-5 years of experience in Interior Design
• Knowledge of all aspects of Interior Design from inception to completion including:
  • Design and materials for residential and commercial projects
  • Elements & principles of design
  • Architectural selections, flooring, cabinets, tile, lighting, etc
  • FF& E selections, furniture, window treatments, area rugs, art and accessories
  • Space planning methodology
  • Conduct field measures
  • Budget management
  • Creation of precision technical plans, drawings, and models
  • Design trends, material costs, building codes and ADA laws, building systems, and construction methods

SOFTWARE EXPERIENCE
Experience & proficiency working Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Forms), Mac computers and devices, AutoCad, SketchUp, Photoshop, Canva, Chief Architect, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest
REPORTS TO
CEO & Principal Designer
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to: Ascend or Descend - Ability to move on an incline or decline, Lifting at least thirty (30) pounds or more, Hearing, Standing, Walking, Reaching, Bending, Twisting, Grasping/Finger manipulation, Discerning colors, Visual acuity, Hand dexterity, Sitting
Indoor environments in a climate-controlled building
Standard office environment
Infrequent exposure to dust, debris and loud noises related to construction zones
Must have high-speed internet access and access to quiet, well-kept space per Remote Work guidelines
Disclaimer
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities performed by persons assigned to this classification. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor or manager to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. All principal duties and responsibilities of this position are essential functions of the position. Job descriptions are reviewed on a regular basis and may be revised at any time. Revisions will be communicated to employees within the classification. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment; therefore, the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.
EEO Statement:
Concetti provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes action to ensure that applicants are treated fairly during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.