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Junior Designer

American Society of Interior Designers, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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JOB DESCRIPTION Traci Connell is on a journey to help Interior Designers achieve a renewed appreciation for the art of business as it blends design, and life through loyalty, luxury and satisfaction. We are looking for a Junior Interior designer to catapult design projects from concept to completion. This position would include working 5 days a week from Traci Connell’s Dallas studio. An exemplary candidate will assist team in defining project requirements, schedule, and budget. Their precision and attention to detail is coupled with a can‑do attitude and strong willingness to “figure it out”. The goals for the position include working with an ability to keep things moving with a self‑motivated desire in a positive, professional manner. Projects are planned and executed by the Principal and Lead, and the Junior will answer to delegation from Upper Management, teammates, and meet project and profit goals with high customer satisfaction while bringing a strong, creative, innovative design to all projects. This position is interviewing immediately with a start date (flexible) as soon as possible. This is a full‑time staff position with paid time off, bonus structure, Health Insurance plus other benefits.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY TASKS

Assist and support project start to close including project profitability

Attention and support initial client intake process to maintain client project calendars with milestones and due dates

Communicate/collaborate with Principal on job concept and project goals

Work with contractors to create a realistic schedule/timeline of the job to ensure all parties have the same expectations

Prepare client contracts/proposals for approval

Update client budgets and specifications

Ensure materials and furnishings are within profit margin specifications

Provide exceptional customer service

Ensure project is on target, high quality, on time, and profitable

Intro to Pricing and Ordering for all project needs

Establish positive, professional client, contractor, and vendor relations

Support client meetings and present content in a positive, professional manner

Provide clear, proactive, direct frequent communication and interface with vendors, contractors, and clients

Provide weekly status updates

Inform clients and vendors of changes

Analyze and resolve complex technical, design, and installation issues

Perform site measurements

Review shop drawings and work with vendors to ensure the desired vision

Troubleshoot and address problems in a pro‑active, professional manner

Create 3D designs, architectural models, renderings, and drawings

Create 3D designs for bathrooms, kitchens, and furniture layouts

Create detailed permit and construction drawing sets, including plans, elevations, and sections

Design and create construction drawings for custom built‑ins and furniture

Research specifications required for drawings

Develop floor plans, elevations, CAD/Sketch Up drawings and finish schedules

Create client mood boards, presentations, and specifications

Support in creating initial design concepts in collaboration with Principal/Creative Director

Designs are, highly creative, and produce a wow factor upon review

Include unique artisan products

Support Client Presentation as directed

Research and select materials, finishes, furnishings, fixtures

Specify materials, finishes, furnishings, lighting, accessories, etc. required for each project

Explore boutique, artisan lines (not mass‑marketed)

Research materials, furnishings, fixtures, and finishes

Call showrooms for pricing, check stock, lead‑time, request CFAs, etc.

Select materials and furnishings within profit margin guidelines

Prepare client proposals for approval and purchasing

Support or assist with site measurements, installations, and photoshoots

Coordinate post installation return

Call vendors and workrooms to follow up on orders/expedite orders

Update status report on a weekly basis

Coordinate pickups and deliveries with vendors (to warehouse and job sites)

Support social media content, installation process, coordinate deliveries, photoshoot, and handle post installation returns

The candidate must be physically able to perform various installation project requirements such as lifting, standing for long periods, using a ladder, and other physical duties.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

4-year Interior Design degree from an accredited college or university

Good familiarity with project tracking software (Asana), Zoom video conferencing, Dropbox and Studio Designer

Proficiency with Auto-CAD, Microsoft Office, and Photoshop

Proficiency in Sketch Up or other 3D software

COMPANY STANDARDS AND EXPECTATIONS Client Satisfaction: The client is highly satisfied with the design and service provided (client satisfaction survey) Clients engage in additional projects and refer colleagues to use your services.

Design Development: Innovative Designs that create a WOW factor for all clients.

Project Management: Project is on time and executed in an efficient, effective, professional manner (met project milestones and deadlines). Issues are anticipated and solved before they became problematic. Problems are addressed immediately with skill and diplomacy.

Leadership and Teamwork: Received positive feedback from internal staff and strive for the next step. Staff feels supported, empowered, and receives positive and constructive feedback throughout the project. There is a strong, positive culture and camaraderie within the team.

Project is profitable per firm’s profit guidelines and goals. Furnishings and materials are selected with quality, client needs, brand, aesthetics, and profit margin considered.

brings new ideas, methods, and clients to the firm.

ABOUT THE COMPANY Traci Connell Interiors, led by Traci Connell, is an award‑winning and nationally published design firm based in Dallas, Texas. With more than 20 years of design experience — and projects spanning the United States — our clean‑lined look is sought‑after by clients seeking high‑end interiors that are a true marriage of luxury and livability. We fully immerse ourselves to produce spaces that are customized, layered and impactful.

HOW TO APPLY This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with inspiring values and a real focus on the benefit of others and curating the longevity of a team. We care deeply about the work that we do and each other. If you feel aligned with this mission, please apply by emailing your resume to info@traciconnelllinteriors.com.

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