Interior design assistant job description

• Track design schedule to ensure timely execution of product development calendar
• Support Designer(s) in creating Illustrator sketches; assist in preparation of specification sheets; prepare designs for line review; prepare line sheets and update as necessary
• Support 3D initiatives by participating in block creation for all product categories
• Follow up with Design teams on all pending information post style review meetings
• Maintain product development logs, line sheets, boards and design archives library; maintain designs in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or shared drives
• Assist in generating Bill of Material (BOM) pages comprised of all garment components: fabrics, trims, embellishments, labels and packaging
• Assist in creating production ready woven and knit technical layout/pitch sheets based on fabric construction and yarn counts
• Research and coordinate raw materials and trims for approval; maintain fabric/trim library
• Review lab dips with Designer(s) and Senior Designer(s); coordinate print and graphics where appropriate; observe and assist with fit process; keep detailed notes

Customers & Relationships

• Follow-up with internal customers and partners including technical design and production; facilitate interoffice communication
• Provide support to the Technical Developer during style review meetings by taking accurate notes on style, stitching and embellishment details for all product categories
• Provide organizational support to the Design Operations team by maintaining digital and physical reference materials
• Build collaborative relationships with vendors and internal customers

Leadership & Teams

• Contribute positively to team dynamic and manage up where necessary

Our Best Fit Candidate Would Have

• Superior organizational skills and excellent communication skills; team oriented
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, highly detail oriented, meticulous and creative
• Ability to work in a fast pace, high performance environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability.
• Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design or related field
• 1-3 years related experience and/or training in apparel
• Comprehensive understanding of the entire Product Development cycle and all milestones
• Basic knowledge of garment construction, pattern making, silhouettes, color ways, sewing techniques, seam classifications, fabrication and trim.
• Technical knowledge of fabric qualities, construction and finishes for all product categories
• Superior organizational and communication skills; team oriented.
• Proficient in Flex PLM, Microsoft Office, Adobe products; knowledge of CAD preferable

In return, we provide an industry-competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision) that includes a matching 401 (k), Summer Fridays, generous PTO, merchandise discounts, excellent career development opportunities, and a work environment that reflects our industry leadership. Our social impact program, Centric Cares, focuses on volunteerism to make a difference in communities we live and work in and our D&I committee is shaping the future of diversity, equity and inclusion at Centric Brands though workshops, resources and inspiring conversation.

Be part of our growing community by getting involved with groups, teams and initiatives like Be Green, Be Giving, and Be Celebrated.

Centric Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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L & J. G. Stickley, Inc. (Stickley) is a vertically integrated American furniture manufacturer and retailer, with brands that are respected and cherished worldwide. Operating for over 115 years in furniture manufacturing, and more than 90 years as a furniture retailer, Stickley (www.stickley.com) is the proud employer of nearly 1,500 talented individuals. We have three manufacturing facilities, multiple corporate-owned retail showrooms, and a global distribution network.

Position Overview

The Showroom Coordinator/Design Assistant provides a high level of service to Stickley Audi customers and staff as an integral team member who supports daily business. As the first point of contact for all Stickley Audi customers, the Showroom Coordinator/Design Assistant ensures customer satisfaction by greeting clients, maintaining the Showroom Designer rotation, and by completing both administrative and design related tasks. The Showroom Coordinator/Interior Design Assistant will find themselves working in both administrative and creative capacities including contributing to the visual presentation of the showroom. The individual plays a central role in daily operations of Stickley Audi retail stores and the sale of home furnishings and interior design services.

Qualifications

• Experience or background in interior design (or related industry).
• Current knowledge of trends in interior design and/or fashion is a must.
• Proficient skills (or the willingness to learn) in AutoCAD, Revit or room-planner software is strongly preferred.
• Ability to assist in providing in-home consultations, floor/space planning, client presentations, and the coordination of colors, finishes, and fabrics.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to success.
• Proficient computer skills (MS Outlook, Word, Excel) and knowledge of software tools and multi-line phones systems are required.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task while providing superior customer service with attention to detail in administrative duties is vital to success.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Ability to work retail hours including nights and weekends as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for being the first point-of-contact for all showroom guests and entrusted to welcome and facilitate the Showroom Designer rotation for new showroom clients.
• Process administrative tasks including, but not limited to: light record keeping and accounting, computer order entry, processing customer payments, logging client foot-traffic into the showroom, and operating a multi-line phone system by answering all incoming calls to ensure quality customer care and proper flow of communication.
• Participate in interior design functions as needed including, but not limited to: design assistance including drafting floor plans, accompanying design staff on in-home consultations, assisting merchandising team with showroom display and presentation, sales tools and sample library upkeep, handling over-flow customer traffic during peak times, and fabric and finish coordination.
• Participate in showroom operational functions as needed including, but not limited to: interacting with corporate departments, tagging, order entry, wrapping accessories, participating in vendor training to maintain product knowledge, inventory management, and full utilization of inventory management/tracking systems.
• Display a professional attitude and represent Stickley Audi & Co. with integrity and professionalism while working with customers, showroom employees and various corporate team members.
• Report to the Showroom Manager for direction, support, and coaching. Effectively communicate all operational, merchandise, and client concerns to the appropriate parties.

Benefits We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) Program. This program allows employees to take time off for rest and relaxation as well as to care for themselves and their family members.
• Paid Holidays
• Group health, prescription drug, dental insurance coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending account
• Generous employee discount

Stickley is an equal opportunity employer. www.stickley.com and www.stickleyaudi.com

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RH at its core is about taste, and we believe the idea of scaling taste is large and far reaching.

The RH brand attracts the best designers, artisans, manufacturers and talent in our industry, scaling and rendering their work more valuable across our integrated platform, enabling us to curate the most compelling collection of luxury home furnishings in the world. We are moving the brand beyond curating and selling products to conceptualizing and selling spaces by building an ecosystem of products, places, services and spaces that elevates and establishes the RH brand as a global thought leader, taste and place maker.

At RH we believe deeply that the \"right\" people are our greatest asset. We value people with high energy, who possess the ability to energize others. People who are smart, creative and have a point of view. People who see the answer in every problem, versus those who see the problem in every answer. People who are driven, determined and won't take \"no\" for an answer. We value team players, people who are more concerned with what's right, rather than who's right.

We are designers, not decorators. That distinction means that we look at a project in the context of the entire space, or the whole, rather than as parts or components. RH designers understand the art and science of lifestyle, environment and taste to create a functional, beautiful and personal space. We provide luxury design services for the reimagining of one room or an entire home, anywhere in the world. Our designers embody the RH lifestyle and a sense of personal style, polished appearance, refined taste and a discerning eye for luxury.

Design Assistants play an integral role in supporting key phases of a design project's lifecycle in collaboration and partnership with RH Interior Design. They are innovators with an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for building and maintaining relationships.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Live Our Vision, Values and Beliefs every day
• Provide a luxury experience for clients through RH Interior Design services
• Qualify and educate potential design clientele on services offered by the RH Interior Design
• Provide support with all phases of the design process, including: consultations, site visits, design development, presentations and delivery
• Produce brand appropriate presentations; communicating design concepts, space planning and product selections
• Provide product expertise and elevated client service
• Represent the RH lifestyle brand through polished communication, personal appearance and professionalism
• Maintain a strong interest in the luxury and design industry
• Support the visual and quality standards within the Gallery

OUR REQUIREMENTS

• Art, Architecture or Interior Design education preferred
• Experience within a design firm or high-end furniture and luxury retail preferred
• Hands-on interior installation experience preferred
• People and relationship driven
• Strategic and mental agility
• Highly organized
• Collaborative
• Results-oriented
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Mac Operating System, IOS devices, Microsoft Office and Google Applications
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and other related space planning/rendering programs preferred
• Strong artistic skills, including hand rendering and sketching capabilities preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed to drive preferred
• Ability to travel locally or out of state
• Ability to lift and mobilize small to medium items, up to 25 lbs. while utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques
• Ability to maneuver effectively around Gallery floor, stock room, and office
• Position entails prolonged standing, twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, bending, and climbing

ABOUT US
RH is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.