Interior Designer Job Description

The Interior Designer Job Description is a comprehensive list of typical job duties and expectations. It covers the most basic and essential functions that an Interior Designer will be responsible for once hired, as well as the experience or skills they’ll need to excel in this position.

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About the Interior Designer Position

We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Interior Designer to join our team of design professionals! As an Interior Designer, you’ll have a hand in all parts of the design process from beginning to end. From the beginning, you’ll develop concepts based on client preferences and, at the end, will inspect it all to ensure goals have been reached.

Our perfect candidate for the Interior Designer role needs to not only be creative but also have a strong understanding of best interior design practices. Good communication skills are also a must.

Interior Designer Responsibilities

Work closely with clients to help understand their design goals, budgets, and other requirements
Brainstorm and sketch initial design plans to receive feedback from clients
Advise clients on best concepts for their project’s space and budget, making suggestions and sharing any potential issues
Create “mood boards” to showcase your design vision and use interior design software to demonstrate what the space will look like upon completion
Create project timelines and share estimated cost information
Source and order materials and products from various suppliers, seeking the best fit and price
Work in tandem with decorators, architects, and construction teams
Oversee the process and installation to ensure all design goals have been achieved
Stay up-to-date on current interior design trends and best practices

Interior Designer Requirements

BA in interior design or related field
[2+] years experience as an Interior Designer
Portfolio demonstrating previous design work
Highly creative and imaginative
Knowledgeable in various design elements, such as color theory and spatial planning
Experience working with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Illustrator, or similar design software
Excellent communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Superb problem-solving skills

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What makes a good Interior Designer?

A good Interior Designer is creative, able to visualize what a client wants and help bring that design to life through sketching and using design software. With excellent knowledge of spatial planning, color theory, and other design basics, you can transform the ordinary into extraordinary.