Design Assistant (Focused in Residential Interior Architecture)
NICOLEHOLLISEmployer: San Francisco, CA, USLocation: Wed, Feb 24 '21Posted on: Full-timeType:
IA RESIDENTIAL DESIGN ASSISTANT
NICOLEHOLLIS, an award-winning, large size Interior Design firm seeks a talented and motivated IA Design Assistant to assist our Residential Design Team.
The IA Design Assistant contributes to the success of Nicole Hollis, Inc. by assisting in general office and design duties, drafting, sourcing, coordinating, filing library and images. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in residential interior design, focusing on high-end residential design.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
The primary role of Design Assistant is to assist the designers during the design process by gathering required design materials for projects including:
Materials, finishes, appliances, plumbing, hardware and bath accessories.
Paint and finish options, preliminary color schemes
Compose mood boards, gather relevant images.
Draft elevations, floor plans and render presentation drawings.
Organize and maintain design library:
Set up meetings with vendors and present new materials to project team
Research building materials and finishes.
Maintain the library, return samples to design center.
Collect relevant images from magazines and books
Research new products and materials
Prepare for client meetings and other responsibilities as needed:
Gather and pack necessary materials and organize the meeting agenda
Write and revise specifications for furnishings
Create budgets, schedules and specifications
Type meeting notes, create project binders
SKILLS:
Degree in Interior Architecture or Interior Design
Minimum of 2 years interior design experience
Excellent presentation skills, including space planning and drawing
Proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT
Ability to read a set of construction documents and section details
Ability to create and manage Excel spreadsheets
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
Knowledge of and/or ability to learn time-keeping and billing software
Experience selecting and specifying millwork, lighting, hardware, plumbing, materials, and finishes
Experience with Spexx preferred
Experience with Sketchup and/or 3DSMax preferred
Ability to interact effectively with the design team on multiple projects
Experience with budgets
Knowledge of trade resources and vendors
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Task Focus: Delivers legendary service to clients and vendors that meets and exceeds expectations.
Ethics & Integrity: Adheres to Nicole Hollis, Inc. values, beliefs, and principles of innovation and excellence in design
Composure: Remains calm, maintains perspective, and responds in a professional manner when faced with tough situations
Personal Learning: Takes personal responsibility for the continuous learning of new knowledge, skills, and experiences
Dealing with Ambiguity: Able to successfully function during times of uncertainty and changing priorities
Decision-Making: Makes keen, timely decisions based on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment
Interpersonal Savvy: Builds effective relationships with all people—up, down and sideways, inside and outside of Nicole Hollis, Inc.
Results Oriented: Gets results and achieves goals
This position is full time, permanent, and with full Healthcare Coverage, 401(k) Safe Harbor Matching, Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, 529 College Pre-Tax Plan, and PTO
Please send resume, portfolio and additional documentation including CAD details, drawings, schedules and presentations along with salary requirements to careers@nicolehollis.com
