Elizabeth Young Design is a small, full scale residential Interior Design studio based in Houston, Texas. EYD is currently seeking a full time Design Assistant to support Principal Designer/Owner with all aspects of the design process including managing and coordinating all projects and assisting with office management and administration. Must thrive in a small team environment!
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist Principal Designer/Owner in sourcing materials for design projects, including furniture, fabrics, finishes, and accessories
• Create floor plans and manage client presentation boards as project develops
• Coordinate deliveries and pickups. Run firm-related errands as needed including picking up samples, making deliveries, and coordinating with vendors
• Place orders for samples and marketing materials and maintain and organize sample library
• Manage ongoing vendor relations and communications including maintaining all trade accounts and assisting with quotes and scheduling
• Create schedules for all projects; Maintain client inventory and materials for project
• Input all client information into Design Manager software for proposals and track products through to installation
• Coordinate and manage all installations
• Assist and help prepare for photoshoots
• Oversee administrative tasks and assist in office organization
Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or a related field and/or creative course of study.
• 1+ years experience in the design world (not required)
Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Word and Excel, Dropbox or Google Drive file management. Knowledge of Studio Designer and Sketch up preferred.
Organizational Skills:
• Ability to manage multiple projects at various stages with strict attention to detail and excellent time management skills
Communication Skills:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Professional demeanor with a client-focused approach
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to collaborate well in a small team environment!
• Passion and love for design
Elizabeth Young Design is a small, high-end residential design firm with projects in the US and abroad. The studio’s work has been published in Architectural Digest, Elle Decor and Frederic Magazine to name a few.
Please email your cover letter and resume to info@elizabethyoung.design.
