Designer I - Junior Designer

ELMO STUDIOS Employer:
New York, NY, USLocation:
Thu, Mar 2 '23Posted on:
Full-timeType:

ELMO STUDIOS is a New York based architecture and interior design firm specialized in high end residential, hospitality, commercial and cultural projects. 
We approach each project from a conceptual framework. We use this framework as a device to abstract our preconceived notions about a project and arrive at a formal and aesthetic language that feels both unique and elevated. 

We are looking for a Designer with 1-2 years of experience in architecture and/or interior design to join our team. 
We are a young office looking to grow. We believe in cultivating talent. The role will offer exposure to multiple projects in different stages of development. We are a design driven practice pursuing aesthetic expressions that are both deliberate and intelligent. 

Education and Previous Work Experience Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited university. 
• Master’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited university. 
• 1 - 2 Years of experience working in high end Residential, Hospitality, Commercial and/or Cultural Design Projects.
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the US. 

Skills and Competencies:

• Acute Design Sensibility. Strong and curated knowledge of current design trends, products, and relevant precedent projects.  
• Candidate must be able to communicate and represent both clearly and efficiently different design concepts and ideas for projects. 
• Fluency in the following software: Revit, Rhino, AutoCAD, Vray, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.  Capacity to produce photo-realistic renderings is a plus. 
• Strong Knowledge of high-end specifications, fixtures, and interior furnishings
• Must be very organized in all aspects of the job. Strong sensibility in graphic representation will be carefully considered. 

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the initial concept and development phase of a project through sketches, 3D visualization, and precedent research.
• Produce graphic representation to illustrate design intent (both 2D and 3D)
• Record as-built conditions and construct 3D models for design and rendering purposes. 
• Assist in the production of architectural documentation in Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documentation. 
• Assist in the production and design of custom furniture and millwork. 
• Research, procure and specify appropriate architectural products, fixtures and furniture. 
• Lead the purchasing and procurement of FF&E across multiple projects. 
•  Assist in managing and overseeing design related consultants: Structural, MEP, Lighting and Landscape. 
• Review and answer RFIs, Submittal and Shop Drawings for projects under construction. 
• Contribute to the standardization and systematization of core processes and workflow throughout the design process. 
• Position will be hybrid. Candidate must be able to attend meetings in person in New York City. 

Application Information and Instructions:

• Please send Resume and Portfolio to jobs@elmostudios.com with subject “Designer I Application: First Name Last Name – March 2023”. 
•  Applicants will be required to complete a brief Practical Exercise as part of the application process.