Studio Manager and Development Associate Job at Archinect in New York

Studio Manager and Development Associate

We are currently looking for a highly organized and proactive studio manager to join this dynamic, award‑winning practice at the intersection of architecture, urbanism, and research. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a creative environment and enjoys supporting and engaging diverse aspects of cultural/spatial practices. The position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a small, collaborative team, supporting the studio’s continuing work while shaping and helping to broaden the practice’s reach. If applicable, the role can be combined with other responsibilities within the studio, such as engaging in research projects or managing publications.

N H D M is a New York-based practice for design and research operating at the intersection of architecture, urbanism, and research. Founded by partners Nahyun Hwang and David Eugin Moon, the firm has worked on a wide range of cultural/institutional, dwelling, and community and public space projects, as well as urban landscapes and territorial‑scale design and research. The work of N H D M has been recognized with numerous awards, including the 2023 Architectural League Emerging Voices award, the 2023 and 2019 Graham Foundation Grant, the 2020 Architectural Record Design Vanguard Award, the 2019 DOMUS’ 100+ best architecture firms, the 2018 AIANY New Practices New York award, and multiple AIANY Design Awards.

The firm’s work has been presented at global venues, including the 14th, 17th, and 18th Architectural Exhibition at the Venice Biennale, the 5th and 6th International Architecture Biennale Rotterdam, among others. See https://nhdm.net/ and https://nhdm.net/Info to learn more about N H D M. N H D M is a NYC M/WMBE.

Location: New York, NY, US. Type: Part‑time.

Responsibilities

• Managing day‑to‑day office operations, scheduling, and communications
• Providing administrative support to partners and design staff
• Overseeing office space and supplies
• Handling basic bookkeeping tasks
• Development activities, including researching and reviewing development opportunities, and preparing proposals
• Managing the studio’s internal and public communications

Qualifications

• Familiarity or interest in architecture, design research, art, and cultural practices
• Enthusiastic about contributing to the studio
• Exceptionally detail‑oriented with excellent research, organizational, and communication skills
• Responsible, resourceful, and capable of working independently and collaboratively
• Proficient with Google/Microsoft Office suites. Ability to learn basics of InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.

How To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, work samples of previous development work, and a list of three references with contact information and relationship descriptions as one PDF file (maximum 20 MB) to jobs@nhdm.net with the subject line "25F Studio Manager - Your Name." Confidential info in the work sample can be redacted as necessary, and please include research or writing samples if available. The cover letter must clearly indicate eligibility to work in the U.S. and the earliest possible start date. Clearly describe the ideal part‑time arrangement, including any schedule limitations and existing commitments.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part‑time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Architecture and Planning