Interior Design Assistant

Koastal Design Group is looking for a passionate, professional with strength in supporting the design team to join their exceptional firm. We are located just blocks from the beach, in the heart of Downtown Naples, in one of the most prestigious luxury residential design markets in the world!  Our renowned award-winning Interior Design Firm is seeking a skilled, organized, talented professional with a proven track record, that thrives in a fast-paced successful environment.

Experience Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design preferred, CAD expertise is a plus, and experience / internships  in Interior Design a plus, to assist the team as they create extraordinary residential interiors, working with one of the most prestigious design firms in Naples, Florida.

Technical Skills Required in PC Based Platform:

Experience in all Microsoft Windows programs, including Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, as well as QuickBooks Pro software.  AutoCAD LT for Windows a plus.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

Support the Team in design administration, and design to maintain a productive working environment and facilitate successful design projects.  The Design Assistant acts as a representative for the company with Vendors. 

• Follow KDG project processes and procedures
• Utilize CAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, QuickBooks, Adobe and Outlook efficiently
• Work as a team member to support the company and assist in tasks necessary to help facilitate projects
• Maintain task list and issue daily e-mail updates to team and communicate status
• Attending meetings taking notes on company iPad documenting same, organizing denoting Action Items and updating Project Priorities list, implementing tasks for Design Assistant’s role
• Maintaining company iPads keeping fully charged and its whereabouts
• Assist with preparation of Power Point presentations for clients and projects
• Assist with CAD Documents to communicate designs:  Space Planning, Furniture Placement
• Assist with CAD plans and specifications for projects
• Assist in review of Vendors Plans / Drawings and Quotes for Accuracy and aide in revisions
• Assist sourcing materials for projects and obtain specifications and product pricing
• Utilize Power Point / Excel to help produce accurate project documents [entering data accurately]
• Act as a liaison and or representative between Team, Designers, Clients and Vendors

• Communicate fully with Owner, Director of Operations and Studio Manager re:  Clients and important office issues
• Assist with marketing, events and operations

• Assist with social media presence

• Keep studio well-presented and help maintain an organized work environment
• Assist in sending packages
• Obtain, maintain and return samples per design team needs
• Option to participate in industry networking events
• Assist to correspond and meet with Vendors / Manufacturers to learn about products and update library and pricing materials
• Help with market dates and arrangements and follow up

Compensation Package:

Starting Salary from $32,000 based on skills and experience.    

Benefits include: health insurance, business phone and business mileage reimbursement, paid holidays and vacations, 401(k)