Junior Designer

Junior Designer

Traci Connell is on a journey to help Interior Designers achieve a renewed appreciation for the art of business as it blends design, and life through loyalty, luxury and satisfaction.

We are looking for a Junior Interior designer to catapult design projects from concept to completion. This position would include working 5 days a week from Traci Connell's Dallas studio.

An exemplary candidate will assist team in defining project requirements, schedule, and budget. Their precision and attention to detail is coupled with a can-do attitude and strong willingness to "figure it out". The goals for the position include working with an ability to keep things moving with a self-motivated desire in a positive, professional manner. Projects are planned and executed by the Principal and Lead, and the Junior will answer to delegation from Upper Management, teammates, and meet project and profit goals with high customer satisfaction while bringing a strong, creative, innovative design to all projects.

This position is interviewing immediately with a start date (flexible) as soon as possible. This is a full-time staff position with paid time off, bonus structure, Health Insurance plus other benefits.

Job Description

The Junior Designer will have a high level of responsibility and ownership of the projects he/she assists on and will help curate the creation of a project's comprehensive interiors scheme. The Designer will be expected to have a self-appointed and proactive responsibility for the coordination of interior architecture, programming, space planning, and material selections to be approved. The goal of this position is to be a support for the design, selection, and specification of all FF&E [furnishings, finishes and equipment] and he/she will be responsible for assisting in the design and technical coordination for all facets of the interior design package. The Junior Designer is required to have an extreme eye for creativity and unique design solutions that are proactively curated. We believe this new team member is a key component to the success of our firm.

Essential Job Functions And Key Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the expected nature of responsibility as well as the level of work. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assist and support project start to close including project profitability• Attention and support initial client intake process to maintain client project calendars with milestones and due dates• Communicate/collaborate with Principal on job concept and project goals• Work with contractors to create a realistic schedule/timeline of the job to ensure all parties have the same expectations• Prepare client contracts/proposals for approval• Update client budgets and specifications• Ensure materials and furnishings are within profit margin specifications• Provide exceptional customer service• Ensure project is on target, high quality, on time, and profitable• Intro to Pricing and Ordering for all project needs
2. Establish positive, professional client, contractor, and vendor relations• Support client meetings and present content in a positive, professional manner• Provide clear, proactive, direct, frequent communication and interface with vendors, contractors, and clients• Provide weekly status updates• Inform clients and vendors of changes• Analyze and resolve complex technical, design, and installation issues• Perform site measurements• Review shop drawings and work with vendors to ensure the desired vision• Troubleshoot and address problems in a pro-active, professional manner
3. Create 3D designs, architectural models, renderings, and drawings• Create 3D designs for bathrooms, kitchens, and furniture layouts• Create detailed permit and construction drawing sets, including plans, elevations, and sections• Design and create construction drawings for custom built-ins and furniture• Research specifications required for drawings• Develop floor plans, elevations, CAD/Sketch Up drawings and finish schedules
4. Create client mood boards, presentations, and specifications• Support in creating initial design concepts in collaboration with Principal/Creative Director• Designs are innovative, highly creative, and produce a wow factor upon review• Include unique artisan products• Support Client Presentation as directed
5. Research and select materials, finishes, furnishings, fixtures• Specify materials, finishes, furnishings, lighting, accessories, etc. required for each project• Explore boutique, artisan lines (not mass-marketed)• Research materials, furnishings, fixtures, and finishes• Call showrooms for pricing, check stock, lead-time, request CFAs, etc.• Select materials and furnishings within profit margin guidelines• Prepare client proposals for approval and purchasing• Support or assist with site measurements, installations, and photoshoots• Coordinate post installation return• Call vendors and workrooms to follow up on orders/expedite orders• Update status report on a weekly basis• Coordinate pickups and deliveries with vendors (to warehouse and job sites)
6. Support social media content, installation process, coordinate deliveries, photoshoot, and handle post installation returns

Performs other job-related duties as assigned to enhance the firm.

The candidate must be physically able to perform various installation project requirements such as lifting, standing for long periods, using a ladder, and other physical duties.

Required Technical Skills And Experience

• 4-year Interior Design degree from an accredited college or university• Good familiarity with project tracking software (Asana), Zoom video conferencing, Dropbox and Studio Designer• Proficiency with Auto-CAD, Microsoft Office, and Photoshop• Proficiency in Sketch Up or other 3D software

Company Standards And Expectations

• Client Satisfaction: The client is highly satisfied with the design and service provided (client satisfaction survey) Clients engage in additional projects and refer colleagues to use your services.• Design Development: Innovative Designs that create a WOW factor for all clients.• Project Management: Project is on time and executed in an efficient, effective, professional manner (met project milestones and deadlines). Issues are anticipated and solved before they became problematic. Problems are addressed immediately with skill and diplomacy.• Leadership and Teamwork: Received positive feedback from internal staff and strive for the next step. Staff feels supported, empowered, and receives positive and constructive feedback throughout the project. There is a strong, positive culture and camaraderie within the team.• Project is profitable per firm's profit guidelines and goals. Furnishings and materials are selected with quality, client needs, brand, aesthetics, and profit margin considered.• Designer brings new ideas, methods, and clients to the firm.

About The Company

Traci Connell Interiors, led by Traci Connell, is an award-winning and nationally published design firm based in Dallas, Texas. With more than 20 years of design experience — and projects spanning the United States — our clean-lined look is sought-after by clients seeking high-end interiors that are a true marriage of luxury and livability. We fully immerse ourselves to produce spaces that are customized, layered and impactful.

How To Apply

This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with inspiring values and a real focus on the benefit of others and curating the longevity of a team. We care deeply about the work that we do and each other. If you feel aligned with this mission, please apply by emailing your resume to info@traciconnelllinteriors.com.

info@traciconnelllinteriors.com