INTERIOR DESIGN ASSISTANT
MAISON by Alexandra | Vero Beach, FloridaFull-Time Position
MAISON by Alexandra is seeking a polished, highly organized Interior Design Assistant to join our Vero Beach studio.
This is an opportunity for someone who loves interior design, has a strong eye for detail, and wants to build a career within a growing design firm. We are willing to train the right candidate and are looking for someone who is eager to learn, take on increasing responsibility, and grow into a more advanced design role over time.
Our work is rooted in timeless, sophisticated interiors, and we are looking for someone who appreciates that point of view while bringing energy, organization, professionalism, and initiative to the studio.
THE ROLE
The Interior Design Assistant will work closely with Alexandra throughout the design process while also helping keep projects and the studio organized and moving forward.
This is a hands-on position that combines interior design, project coordination, client and vendor communication, and studio organization.
Responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with sourcing furniture, lighting, fabrics, wallcoverings, accessories, and other design elements
- Reviewing and organizing fabric, wallpaper, finish, and material selections
- Preparing client presentations, design boards, and project materials
- Scheduling client meetings, vendor appointments, showroom visits, and other project-related appointments
- Managing Alexandra’s design-related calendar and helping coordinate the studio schedule
- Communicating professionally with clients, vendors, showrooms, workrooms, and trades
- Requesting samples, pricing, lead times, specifications, and other information from vendors
- Following up with vendors and maintaining organized records of outstanding items
- Assisting with furniture and product sourcing and maintaining organized project selections
- Helping track orders, deliveries, backorders, damages, and project timelines
- Preparing materials and selections before client meetings
- Taking organized notes during meetings and following through on action items
- Maintaining the studio’s fabric, finish, and sample library
- Assisting with installations, styling, and project photography as needed
- Keeping project files, specifications, samples, and documentation organized
- Assisting with social media content and capturing behind-the-scenes project material when appropriate
- Providing general administrative and organizational support to keep the studio operating efficiently
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
The right person does not need years of interior design experience. We are willing to train someone who has the right attitude, taste level, work ethic, and attention to detail.
You should be:
- Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented
- Professional and polished when communicating with clients and vendors
- Reliable and able to follow through without constant supervision
- Comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities at once
- Proactive—you notice what needs to be done and take initiative
- Comfortable asking questions and eager to learn
- Able to receive feedback and apply it quickly
- Interested in developing a long-term career in interior design
- Discreet and respectful of client privacy
- Comfortable working in a fast-moving small-business environment where responsibilities can change from day to day
- Someone who genuinely appreciates classic, timeless, elevated interior design
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Interior design education or previous industry experience is helpful, but not required for the right candidate.
Experience with any of the following is a plus:
- AutoCAD
- SketchUp
- Canva or presentation software
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Social media and Instagram
- Microsoft Office / Google Workspace
- Interior design sourcing or specification programs
Strong written communication and basic computer skills are essential.
PHYSICAL & INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
This is a hands-on interior design position and is not exclusively a desk-based role. The Interior Design Assistant should be comfortable actively participating in installations, styling, sample management, and day-to-day studio activities.
Responsibilities may include:
- Carrying fabric books, samples, presentation materials, accessories, and other design materials to and from client homes, the studio, showrooms, and installations
- Lifting and carrying small furniture pieces, lamps, accessories, artwork, boxes, and other project items
- Loading and unloading materials and installation supplies from vehicles
- Moving and positioning lightweight furniture and accessories during installations and styling
- Packing, unpacking, organizing, and placing accessories and project materials
- Being on your feet for extended periods during installations, site visits, and styling days
- Bending, reaching, lifting, and moving throughout the workday as projects require
- Safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to approximately 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
Larger or heavier furniture will be handled by professional movers or installers. This position is not expected to move heavy furniture independently.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITY
This position is intended to grow.
The ideal candidate will begin by supporting Alexandra and the studio and, as their skills develop, take on greater responsibility in sourcing, presentations, project coordination, client communication, drawings, installations, and other aspects of the design process.
We are looking for someone who wants to learn the business of interior design—not simply fill an assistant position.
TO APPLY
Please submit:
- Résumé
- A brief introduction telling us about yourself and why you are interested in MAISON by Alexandra
- Any relevant interior design, CAD, SketchUp, presentation, social media, or creative work you would like us to see
- Your availability to begin full-time work in Vero Beach
- Your compensation expectations
Formal design experience is not required but preferred. We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate excellent organization, professionalism, good judgment, initiative, and a genuine interest in building a career in interior design.
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vero Beach, FL 32963
