STUDIO SVEN
Senior Interior Designer
STUDIO SVEN, Chicago, Illinois, United States,
ABOUT USStudio Sven’s designs are for the bold. Known for intriguing and nuanced yet extremely livable residential spaces, Studio Sven brings intentionality to luxury living. Lauren Svenstrup leads Studio Sven with a hefty dose of wit and a knowingness for well-curated lifestyles. Every element of the intimate design process is meticulously managed by our team and we thrive on those details.
We are a firm that values its small team culture and thrives on collaboration, innovation and providing an unparalleled experience for our clients. You will be involved in all aspects of the design process, from conception to completion. While design is a critical element of this role, there is a high level of project management associated with everything we do that requires a strategic thinker with a strong sense of urgency, organization, problem solving ability and follow-through.
In addition to applying, please send your cover letter, resume + portfolio to careers@studiosven.com
ABOUT THE ROLEYou will be involved in all aspects of the design process, from conception to completion. While design is a critical element of this role, there is a high level of project management associated with everything we do. That said, we require a strategic thinker with a strong sense of urgency, organization, problem-solving ability, and follow-through.
Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in interior design, a background in residential and experience with project management. A bachelor's degree is essential, but a formal education in interior design is not required as long as you are well-versed in all necessary software and the entirety of the design process. You will be challenged in this environment and encouraged to provide solutions and feedback.
ABOUT YOUYou live design. You’re constantly on the hunt for inspiration. Your Instagram saves and sources are a treasured catalog of what’s next.You understand the importance of relationships and you’ve mastered the art of working collaboratively—with our sales reps, showrooms, product lines, and trades—to make your job easier.You have a proven history of being detailed and organized. You’re able to prioritize and balance multiple projects and tasks at a time with minimal supervision.You’re direct, confident and concise. You know how to write an effective email, how to get the point across, how to get the answers you need, and when to pick up the phone.You can think on your feet and problem solve when things don’t go according to plan, but you’re not too proud to ask for help when you need it.You can hold your own on a construction site, ensuring that our designs are executed according to plan and no detail goes overlooked.You’re looking for a firm you can grow with and a place where your contribution to the team culture matters.
RESPONSIBILITIESDaily use of AutoCAD, Photoshop, Sketchup preferred, but not required.The ability to create and work with floor plans, elevations, construction documents, finish schedules, shop drawings and work orders.Prepare client presentations—drawings, digital mood boards and material flat laysPrepare proposals and purchase orders for product and labor using Studio Designer.Assist in managing the overall project scope—priorities, budget, timeline, and schedule coordination.Maintain effective internal communication and project status updatesCollaborate and coordinate with Architects, General Contractors, and trades people.Capture photo and video content for social media purposes
REQUISITESMust currently reside in Chicago and have a valid driver’s license, a car is not required.Comfortable working in a Mac environment.You must be comfortable with hands-on labor during an install as needed.This is a full-time position with standard office hours. Flexibility will be necessary for the occasional evening client meeting, installation, and sometimes just to meet a deadline.All offers contingent on passing a background check.
COMPENSATIONTitle and competitive annual salary based on experienceHealth insurance + phone stipend401k with company match10 days PTO + Week between Christmas to New Years
We are a firm that values its small team culture and thrives on collaboration, innovation and providing an unparalleled experience for our clients. You will be involved in all aspects of the design process, from conception to completion. While design is a critical element of this role, there is a high level of project management associated with everything we do that requires a strategic thinker with a strong sense of urgency, organization, problem solving ability and follow-through.
In addition to applying, please send your cover letter, resume + portfolio to careers@studiosven.com
ABOUT THE ROLEYou will be involved in all aspects of the design process, from conception to completion. While design is a critical element of this role, there is a high level of project management associated with everything we do. That said, we require a strategic thinker with a strong sense of urgency, organization, problem-solving ability, and follow-through.
Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in interior design, a background in residential and experience with project management. A bachelor's degree is essential, but a formal education in interior design is not required as long as you are well-versed in all necessary software and the entirety of the design process. You will be challenged in this environment and encouraged to provide solutions and feedback.
ABOUT YOUYou live design. You’re constantly on the hunt for inspiration. Your Instagram saves and sources are a treasured catalog of what’s next.You understand the importance of relationships and you’ve mastered the art of working collaboratively—with our sales reps, showrooms, product lines, and trades—to make your job easier.You have a proven history of being detailed and organized. You’re able to prioritize and balance multiple projects and tasks at a time with minimal supervision.You’re direct, confident and concise. You know how to write an effective email, how to get the point across, how to get the answers you need, and when to pick up the phone.You can think on your feet and problem solve when things don’t go according to plan, but you’re not too proud to ask for help when you need it.You can hold your own on a construction site, ensuring that our designs are executed according to plan and no detail goes overlooked.You’re looking for a firm you can grow with and a place where your contribution to the team culture matters.
RESPONSIBILITIESDaily use of AutoCAD, Photoshop, Sketchup preferred, but not required.The ability to create and work with floor plans, elevations, construction documents, finish schedules, shop drawings and work orders.Prepare client presentations—drawings, digital mood boards and material flat laysPrepare proposals and purchase orders for product and labor using Studio Designer.Assist in managing the overall project scope—priorities, budget, timeline, and schedule coordination.Maintain effective internal communication and project status updatesCollaborate and coordinate with Architects, General Contractors, and trades people.Capture photo and video content for social media purposes
REQUISITESMust currently reside in Chicago and have a valid driver’s license, a car is not required.Comfortable working in a Mac environment.You must be comfortable with hands-on labor during an install as needed.This is a full-time position with standard office hours. Flexibility will be necessary for the occasional evening client meeting, installation, and sometimes just to meet a deadline.All offers contingent on passing a background check.
COMPENSATIONTitle and competitive annual salary based on experienceHealth insurance + phone stipend401k with company match10 days PTO + Week between Christmas to New Years