CBT - Entry Level Interior Designer

Written By Jillian Bauer

Preferred years of experience: 0-3 years

JOB DESCRIPTION

Entry level interior designer with limited experience; interior design degree or pursuing one. Performs a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard interior design skills/tasks on small projects or selected segments of a larger project.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Introduced to and supervised in the analyses of interior design and materials, planning and occupancy studies, and limited design layouts.

  • Following instruction from a supervisor, candidate is capable of assembling the organization and components of an SD, DD, and CD set

  • Guided by senior staff to aid in design, compile data, do area take-offs, prepare plans/renderings, models, graphic, and design presentations

  • Guided by senior staff to conduct materials investigations and assemble sample presentations, including layout boards, material boards and trays

  • Observes design discussion about the development of elevations, plans, and sections at the schematic level

  • Able to conduct research on FF&E

  • Able to research trends and assist with data collection as directed

  • Possess basic digital drawing skills and knowledge.

  • Possess Revit, CAD, and Adobe/Blue Beam skills

  • Competence of software used for presentation and studies through multiple mediums

  • Ability to create diagrams, renderings, and drawings to effectively communicate the design concepts

  • Understanding of BIM worksets, building content (i.e., families)

  • Digital file management and standards

  • Able to print, plot, collate, and assemble a document set

  • Operates as a draftsman under the supervision of others; including documenting existing conditions, field measurements, and picking up redlines.

  • Able to take existing drawings and input into Revit.

  • Able to develop a basic understanding of how codes and standards affect design—including layout of spaces and selection of materials.

  • Possess a general understanding of the types of finishes and their applications on CBT projects.

  • Possess a general understanding of the furniture specification process, the components of it, and to whom the specification is sent and how it is used.

  • Understands the importance of soft skills including verbal and written communication skills.

RELATIONSHIPS

  • Supervision on a daily basis or when assigned tasks and non-routine work to continually develop a depth of knowledge and skills.

  • Can multi-task between different duties and projects while communicating the required time to complete tasks to senior staff.

  • Tasks directed and time managed by others. Able to complete assignments on time.

  • Limited exposure to clients and contractors.

  • Begins to develop contacts and relationships with industry reps

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1-2 years of relevant experience or multiple internships

  • Interior design or equivalent degree preferred; enrollment in and pursuit of professional certification, registration, or sustainable accreditation preferred.

  • Revit experience required

  • Rhino experience is a plus

Instructions on where/how to apply: Apply on the CBT Careers Website with resume and portfolio.

Jillian Bauer
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