Assistant Interior Designer

An interior designer assistant supports interior designers with administrative and clerical tasks, as well as design-related work. They may help with design concepts, project execution, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Design: Assist with designing concepts, presentations, and project documentation
• Research: Research design trends and help select materials
• Client communication: Greet clients, update client databases, and handle correspondence
• Project management: Organize meetings, estimate project costs, and manage vendors
• Site visits: Conduct site visits and supervise projects on-site
• Procurement: Help source products and manage quality checks
• Documentation: Prepare project documentation

Skills

• Design software: Proficiency in design software like AutoCAD, SketchUp, or 3DMax
• Space planning: Knowledge of space planning, color theory, and design styles
• Communication: Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills
• Attention to detail: A keen eye for detail and the ability to visualize design concepts
• Customer service: Customer service orientation and the ability to work well under pressure

Education

While extensive academic training is not required, some candidates have a high school diploma