Kimberley Harrison Interiors
Interior Designer - Junior
Kimberley Harrison Interiors, Lafayette, California, United States, 94549
Kimberley Harrison Interiors , a full-service interior design firm () located in downtown Lafayette with projects spanning the entire bay area. We are seeking a mature, professional, organized, and self-motivated
Junior Designer
who has
2-3 years minimum of residential design experience.
The KHI culture is collaborative, dynamic and creative. Candidate must be good at managing many tasks, highly organized, energetic, eager to learn, cheerful, and also comfortable in a fast-paced environment. The Junior Designer will contribute to the success of the firm by assisting with all aspects of design development, sourcing, meeting preparation and technical drawings, maintaining organized binders and sample library.
The Jr. Designer must be able to take direction and feedback from other members of the design team. Must be adaptable and able to successfully function with lots of balls in the air. A positive attitude and sense of humor is a requirement because we love design and we like to have fun doing it! If this sounds enticing, come design with KHI!Requirements:Degree in interior design or interior architecture from a US accredited schoolMIN 2-3 years of residential design experienceProficient in AutoCad - ability to develop floor plans and elevations with detailed accuracyProficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator or InDesign a plusProficient in Excel, Word, Powerpoint and OutlookProficiency in SketchUPMust have strong verbal & written communication skills when responding to clients, vendors and all internal team membersExperience sourcing all finishes, both hard and soft including electrical, window coverings, accessories, etc.Knowledge of SFDC and other trade vendors for savvy sourcingExcellent attention to detail and highly organizedAbility to manage many tasks; meet deadlines and is EAGER to learn and grow with firmMust be able to work independently and as part of a teamMust have valid driver's license and insurance with reliable vehicleMust have a positive, friendly, professional attitude and a good sense of humorMust have valid driver's license and insurance with reliable vehicleWilling to work in studio - this is not a remote position and is a 40 hour a week roleResponsibilities:Work with Principal and design team to assist with executing projects through the design process based on Principals vision and clients aesthetic and budgetPrepare for client presentations by creating mood boards, floorplans, drawings, elevations and presentations that convey the design intentSourcing at the SF Design Center and from online trade partners; obtain pricing and reservesAssist with quotes, proposals, budgets, and FF&EsFollow up with vendors on lead times and quotesOrganize and manage samples library, client project trays and binsResearch new products and materialsDocument
and organize meeting notes, project status, deliverables, etc. in all KHI systemsMaintain organized client binders and accurate FF&EsRead architectural plans and produce scaled drawings and room layouts with accuracyConduct site measures, accurately capturing all details for as-builts and floor plansContribute to the firm in a manner that continues to elevate our relationships, work and styleHave a positive, friendly, professional attitude and a good sense of humorBenefits: medical, dental, vision, 401k with company contribution, cell phone stipend, 10 days vacation, 10 paid holidays, employee discount program and birthdays always celebrated!Please email cover letter indicating why you would be a good fit for this position, resume and link to portfolio and be prepared to submit references upon request.
Junior Designer
who has
2-3 years minimum of residential design experience.
The KHI culture is collaborative, dynamic and creative. Candidate must be good at managing many tasks, highly organized, energetic, eager to learn, cheerful, and also comfortable in a fast-paced environment. The Junior Designer will contribute to the success of the firm by assisting with all aspects of design development, sourcing, meeting preparation and technical drawings, maintaining organized binders and sample library.
The Jr. Designer must be able to take direction and feedback from other members of the design team. Must be adaptable and able to successfully function with lots of balls in the air. A positive attitude and sense of humor is a requirement because we love design and we like to have fun doing it! If this sounds enticing, come design with KHI!Requirements:Degree in interior design or interior architecture from a US accredited schoolMIN 2-3 years of residential design experienceProficient in AutoCad - ability to develop floor plans and elevations with detailed accuracyProficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator or InDesign a plusProficient in Excel, Word, Powerpoint and OutlookProficiency in SketchUPMust have strong verbal & written communication skills when responding to clients, vendors and all internal team membersExperience sourcing all finishes, both hard and soft including electrical, window coverings, accessories, etc.Knowledge of SFDC and other trade vendors for savvy sourcingExcellent attention to detail and highly organizedAbility to manage many tasks; meet deadlines and is EAGER to learn and grow with firmMust be able to work independently and as part of a teamMust have valid driver's license and insurance with reliable vehicleMust have a positive, friendly, professional attitude and a good sense of humorMust have valid driver's license and insurance with reliable vehicleWilling to work in studio - this is not a remote position and is a 40 hour a week roleResponsibilities:Work with Principal and design team to assist with executing projects through the design process based on Principals vision and clients aesthetic and budgetPrepare for client presentations by creating mood boards, floorplans, drawings, elevations and presentations that convey the design intentSourcing at the SF Design Center and from online trade partners; obtain pricing and reservesAssist with quotes, proposals, budgets, and FF&EsFollow up with vendors on lead times and quotesOrganize and manage samples library, client project trays and binsResearch new products and materialsDocument
and organize meeting notes, project status, deliverables, etc. in all KHI systemsMaintain organized client binders and accurate FF&EsRead architectural plans and produce scaled drawings and room layouts with accuracyConduct site measures, accurately capturing all details for as-builts and floor plansContribute to the firm in a manner that continues to elevate our relationships, work and styleHave a positive, friendly, professional attitude and a good sense of humorBenefits: medical, dental, vision, 401k with company contribution, cell phone stipend, 10 days vacation, 10 paid holidays, employee discount program and birthdays always celebrated!Please email cover letter indicating why you would be a good fit for this position, resume and link to portfolio and be prepared to submit references upon request.