Interior Design Assistant

SAWA Design Studio LLC – Part‑time Interior Design Assistant SAWA Design Studio LLC is a full‑service design studio located in Sarasota, Florida devoted to providing innovative design solutions for residential, commercial and hospitality projects. The SAWA Design team takes a collective approach to exploring design concepts and developing creative solutions for our client’s environments. Our team is committed to working closely with the client on each project, from initial concept to final construction, to ensure that each project milestone is a definitive celebration of our client’s vision for their home, workspace, or brand identity. Our broad spectrum of industry specialties includes interior design, lighting design, architectural integration, styling, custom furniture, furniture procurement, and creative brand solutions. Your Role As we enter our first decade as a practice, we find ourselves moving into an exciting new creative phase with our studio aesthetic evolving and the interiors department growing rapidly. We are looking for a design assistant to join our team who will be primarily responsible for the documentation of the project and coordination with the principal. Candidates with Revit experience are preferred. What You Will Do Work closely with Firm Principals and Lead Interior Designer on project design, material and finish selections, project documentation, and management. Prepare 3D concept perspectives, interior elevations, details, finish, and furniture plans/specifications. Assist with construction drawing sets, in coordination with the Lead Interior Designer and Project Manager. Review samples, strike‑offs, etc. for compliance with specifications and overall design intent. Document meeting minutes for distribution to team members and clients. Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, contractors and sub‑contractors. Strong graphic and visualization skills. Keep the office organized and answer phone. Your Qualifications Bachelor of Interior Design degree (or foreign equivalent) plus 2+ years of progressive experience. Computer skills required (2 years): Revit, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, SketchUp. 3ds Max is a plus. Candidates who do not provide work samples AND do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Job Type Part‑time What We Offer A full‑time position. An attractive salary package, appropriate to experience and skillset. A strong commitment to supporting continuing professional development. A social and supportive studio culture. Benefits Employee discounts. Paid time off. Health insurance. Birthday day off. Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. Reimbursement of tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. Annual bonus opportunities. Waiting period may apply. Only full‑time employees eligible. #J-18808-Ljbffr SAWA DESIGN STUDIO LLC