JOB DESCRIPTIONS
STUDIO DIRECTOR + OPERATIONS MANAGER
Sarah Solis Design Studio is looking for a highly organized individual to direct our team, manage schedules and oversee and direct tasks to our team. This person will also act as the liaison between our internal team and clients. This individual will have impeccable communication skills and is a big picture thinker.
DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing a professional team
- Highly organized and efficient
- Ability to multitask
- Well versed in G-suite, Zoom and project management software
- Understands construction and design job flow
- Manage the schedule and job flow calendar
- Oversee and manage hour input of team
- Set up new clients in our systems and manages all client shared drives
- Must be aware of everything going on internally with the firm and all existing and new projects
- Ability to delegate tasks and oversee a team to ensure firm is on schedule and deadlines are met
- Familiar with design and construction terminology
- Design + construction experience is a plus
SENIOR DESIGNER
Sarah Solis Design Studio is looking for a Senior Designer to join our team and support our Principal Designer and team. The Senior Designer will be able to confidently lead the design process and projects with Sarah and have a keen sense of design. Must be able to understand the firm's vision, work in a collaborative environment but also have a strong sense of independent design, as we appreciate new ideas. Our firm's focus is on residential work and the position requires someone who is proficient in kitchen and bathroom layouts, space planning and furniture layouts. Our firm is currently working remotely but should be prepared to work out of our Malibu studio.
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 5 years experience with Interior Design/Architecture education and background.
- Ideal candidates will have strong management and organizational skills, ability to multitask, strong and unique design talent.
- Ability to originate concepts, and be the design lead for new projects
- Project experience should include the submission of drawing sets, including but not limited to, specifications, technical production, and basic code knowledge.
- Primary responsibilities will include leading the drawing and documentation of the project during the design as well as management of the scope, schedule and budget during construction; this will include coordination with clients as well as contractor and fabricators.
- The ideal candidate must have good communication skills, be hands-on and open-minded and have a desire to work in teams with multiple designers, builders and developers.
- Strong free-hand and computer skills is a must.
- Has a strong vendor base and relationships
- Confident and polished presentation skills with experience Autocad, Photoshop and Microsoft Office Proficient.
- Experience in lighting and furniture design is a plus.
JUNIOR DESIGNER
Sarah Solis Design Studio is looking for a Junior Designer to join our team and support our Senior Principal Designer. The Junior Designer will aid in phases of the design process from concept to installation and must have a minimum of two years experience. Our firm's focus is on residential work and the position requires someone who is proficient in kitchen and bathroom layouts, space planning and furniture layouts. Our firm is currently working remotely but should be prepared to work out of our Malibu studio.
DUTIES
- Sources finishes, fixtures, furnishings, fabrics, trimmings, lighting, hardware & accessories for review of Senior Designer
- Prepares finish schemes and sample boards to include fabrics, trimmings, architectural finishes furniture, and accessories for review of Senior + Principal Designer
- Manages FF&E & sourcing to target budgets and timetable on a daily level
- Develops design drawings (bespoke furniture, lighting, millwork, and layouts) as well as schedules for the review of Senior Designer
- Requests pricing from suppliers for furnishings, fixtures, and finishes
- Prepares preliminary FF&E budgets for the review of Senior Designer
- Prepares specification sheets for all selected items and custom pieces
- Assists team with preparation of construction documents, specifications, and review of bid documents.
- Manages FF&E & sourcing to target budgets and timetable on a daily level • Attends regular site visits at key stages
- Assists FF&E installs
- Ensures regular reviews and check-ins with Senior Designer
- Ensures documents and presentations are filed in accordance to SSDS standards.
DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- 2-4 years of experience in Hospitality and/or Residential design
- Completed Bachelors Degree in Interior Design
- Knowledge of local and online showrooms and resources as well as industry trends
- Experience in being part of a collaborative design environment
- Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and creative environment
- Confident and polished presentation skills with experience Autocad, Photoshop and Microsoft Office Proficient.
SOCIAL MEDIA + MARKETING MANAGER / FREELANCE, PART TIME
Sarah Solis Design Studio is looking for a creative and tech savvy individual to help us manage our social and marketing platforms. This is a freelance position and you do not need to be based in Los Angeles.
DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Execute a results-driven social media strategy
- Ability to create + develop content in line with firm’s design aesthetic
- Engage with followers and respond to comments and messages
- Monitor social channels and provide feedback based off analytics
- Proficient experience working with Instagram, Shopify and PR outlets
Please email resume, cover letter and references to studio@sarahsolis.com.