Interior Design Assistant

About Nicole Hogarty Designs

Nicole Hogarty Designs is an upscale residential interior design firm situated in Boston's South End, servicing clients throughout New England and beyond. This boutique studio thrives on a collaborative, inclusive, and creative atmosphere where every team member contributes meaningfully to projects involving some of the region's most prestigious homes. The studio values nurturing client relationships through attentive listening and practical problem-solving, recognizing the importance of even the finest design details on clients' well-being.

Position Overview

The firm is looking for a proactive Design Assistant to support the design team by managing technical documentation and coordinating daily project tasks. This role is vital for maintaining project momentum by overseeing samples, vendor communications, and document workflows while gaining hands-on experience in design execution within a small studio environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and revising AutoCAD drawings, including floor plans, elevations, and detail sketches based on feedback.
• Prepare comprehensive drawing sets for internal use, client presentations, and vendor pricing assessments.
• Support designers with sourcing materials, organizing samples, and engaging with vendors.
• Monitor purchase orders, track deliveries, and manage project timelines for seamless progression.
• Organize client presentation materials and maintain project documentation archives.
• Maintain the materials library and support on-site activities such as installations, photoshoots, and client meetings.
• Coordinate communications with showrooms, fabricators, and contractors to collect and monitor project information.
• Provide administrative assistance and general project support to the team.

Qualifications and Skills

• Between 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in design or project coordination.
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Fine Arts, or a related discipline.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Photoshop, SketchUp, and InDesign.
• Understanding of the design process, including furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), specifications, finishes, and material selections.
• Excellent organizational abilities and communication skills, capable of juggling multiple priorities in a dynamic studio setting.
• Familiar with cloud storage systems like OneDrive and Dropbox.
• Energetic, resourceful, and committed to collaborative teamwork.