Junior Interior Designer

The Junior Interior Designer will be integral to achieving the Design Studio’s goals by providing a wide range of services. Working closely with the Design Studio Manager, you will coordinate assigned projects from concept to installation.

Job Title: Junior Interior Designer
Organization: Dwellings Group - Barbados
Location: Dwellings Barbados All Locations
Reports To: Design Studio Manager

Job Description 

The Junior Interior Designer will play a key role in delivering exceptional interior design services within the Dwellings Design Studio. This role focuses on creating bespoke interiors, offering professional client consultations, and managing projects from concept to completion. The successful candidate will collaborate with the Design Studio Manager and wider team to ensure the highest standards of service, creativity, and client satisfaction.

Essential Functions            

1. Client Consultations: Meet with clients in-store or on-site to understand their needs, preferences, budget, and timelines, translating these into tailored interior solutions.
2. Design Development: Create design concepts under the guidance of the Design Studio Manager, ensuring alignment with client needs, aesthetic preferences, and budget constraints.
3. Visual Presentations: Prepare compelling visual proposals, including sample boards, mood boards, and floor plans.
4. Project Management: Manage individual projects by selecting suitable products, preparing proposals, and ensuring timely delivery and installation.
5. Sales Proposals: Develop cost estimates and sales proposals using company-approved tools. Ensure all purchase orders for special items are accurately tracked and managed.
6. Installation Coordination: Collaborate with the staging team to install furnishings and accessories in accordance with approved designs.
7. Customer Service: Maintain a professional and client-focused approach, ensuring client accounts, orders, and records are up-to-date.
8. Collaboration: Work closely with Customer Service, Warehouse, and Installation Teams to resolve issues and meet project deadlines.
9. In-Store Support: Assist the store team with high-value clients, providing expert guidance on product selection and completing sales processes.
10. Marketing Support: Partner with the Marketing Team to promote the Design Studio through events and campaigns, showcasing its services to a wider audience.

Requirements          

• Certification in Interior Design or a related field.
• Experience in interior design or a similar role is an asset.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of space planning and the ability to read floor plans.
• Creative problem-solving skills with a keen eye for design.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Must own reliable transport to visit client locations.