Contract Interior Design - In-Person
About The Position
Havenly is building a bench of Interior Designers in Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas to provide modern, custom, in-person design services. Designers work with residential clients both virtually and in person, using Havenly’s technology and support services—including scheduling, ordering, invoicing, and vendor management—so they can focus on client service and design. This is a freelance, independent-contractor (1099) role for designers headquartered in the DC area, with commission-based compensation, a project fee for each completed design, and potential performance-based bonuses.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience working as an interior designer and with personal clients, in person and/or virtually.
- Confident, knowledgeable, and clear client communication and a professional presence.
- Comfort with online technologies for creating concept boards, 3D renderings, floor plans, presentations, and communications, and ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly.
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop or Canva, including layering images and using features such as background removal.
- Passion, drive, and knowledge to achieve strong creative results.
- A small-business mindset, with the ability to move projects forward and convert designs into sales.
- Broad product knowledge across vendors, categories, and price points to source appropriate furnishings and décor.
- Reliable transportation to client meetings, a computer with video-conferencing capabilities, and a current Photoshop license or Canva account.
- A personal computer with up-to-date macOS Big Sur or Windows 10 or 11 to use the Havenly platform.
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in Interior Design from an accredited program or university is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with residential DC-area clients through virtual and in-home meetings to understand their design preferences, needs, and budgets.
- Lead the design process, including developing mood boards, design concepts, floor plans, and 3D renderings.
- Source furniture and décor through Havenly’s platform, where clients can check out products from vendor partners in one cart.
- Build strong client relationships to encourage repeat and referral business.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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