EMPIRE & CO EST 1946 INC is hiring: Creative Specialist in New York

OverviewThe Creative Studio was established to support the ever-growing need for application design and ancillary spaces in commercial office, hospitality, and residential projects. The Creative Specialist is responsible for supporting both internal sales teams and clients (A+D and end customers) for workstations, offices, ancillary furniture, accessories, and artwork needs.Creative Specialist Key ResponsibilitiesFurniture specification + application based on the original design intent.Create Photo-realistic renderings + fly throughs.Develop ancillary packages for projects that require alternates due to price point or lead time requirement.Devise furniture solutions to address a look + feel package with no defined specifications.Develop PowerPoint presentation and Excel spreadsheet with product information including but not limited to pricing, discount, lead-times and warranties.Specify alternate products for RFP responses to drive cost savings.Assist internal sales teams with their day-to-day requests for alternate products.Lead client and A+D presentations.Develop accessories packages that can be added to projects to elevate the space.Foster partnerships with key manufacturer partners and develop a strong understanding of their aesthetics, manufacturing strengths, weaknesses, price points and lead times.Identify and expedite escalated requests with professionalism and sense of urgency.Skills & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in business management or interior design2 – 5 years of design experience within a design firm, furniture manufacturer, retailer and/or dealershipMust have an excellent understanding of furniture aesthetics and interior design stylesMust be proficient in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and PowerpointCommercial furniture experience & knowledge a plusExperience in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, AutoCAD and CETHedberg experience is a plusExcellent verbal & written communication skillsAttention to detail & strong organizational skillsAbility to problem-solve and work independentlyAbility to multitask and manage multiple projects with deadlines simultaneouslyAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
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