SoulCycleEmployer: New York, NY, USLocation: Thu, Apr 18 '13Posted on:
SoulCycle, a unique, upscale, boutique exercise studio and lifestyle brand, is looking for a Junior Designer to help support the Design team. The ideal candidate will be energetic, detail oriented, smart, responsible, enthusiastic and will perform their duties with dedication and commitment. A passion for fitness and/or indoor cycling highly preferred.
JOB TITLE: JUNIOR DESIGNER
STATUS: FULL TIME
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the management and oversight of SoulCycle design guidelines, product binder, product research and SoulCycle standard drawings and detail matrix
Responsible for handling “special projects” to include: post open resolution, renovations, and other facilities initiatives
Act as a liaison with internal departments including Operations and Facilities.
Design and fabricate mood/materials boards as necessary
Order material samples for presentations, finish boards, and the library
Responsible for source pricing, lead time, and stock availability of products and finishes
Create multimedia (PowerPoint) presentations, spreadsheets in Excel, and text documents in Word
Create blocking diagrams, floor plans, interior elevations, and cabinetry details in AutoCAD
Organize and maintain the physical product and materials library, as well as the architectural archive
Manage weekly package of deliverables for the Design team
Write purchase orders and send them to vendors for fabrication
Circulate documents to consultants
Become familiar with SoulCycle spatial requirements. Maintain “program comparison charts” showing square footages by area in existing studios
Create computer visualizations and renderings to assist as necessary for design presentations
Interpret jurisdictional signage requirements and develop a signage design for multiple projects
Assist in developing prototypical spatial requirements. Create AutoCAD drawings of standard SoulCycle spaces, including square footage requirements, storage requirements and material requirements
Upload hardcopies, print, and send out drawings to reproographics
Photography and graphic design: Photograph studios, create mood and finishes board, create renderings, edit images
Scan finishes for archives
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor degree in architecture or interior design
Recent graduate with two years professional experience with architect or design firm
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Adobe OS, Sketch Up, VKay, and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in development of product/material, and project specifications
Working knowledge of model building codes, specifically in New York City
Highly organized with strong work ethic, strong management skills and ability to work well with a design team
Excellent design and aesthetic sensibilities and an intrinsic understanding of luxury brands
Prior experience successfully managing multiple projects from inception to completion, on-time and on-budget
Strong spatial understanding and strong hand-sketching ability
Personal passion for the SoulCycle brand and/or fitness
This position reports directly to the Director of Design and Senior Designer
