AK Design Group, LLC

AK Design Group (AKDG) is searching for a talented and experienced commercial interior designer to contribute on its hospitality interior design projects. The job will be based from the company's office in Brentwood, Tennessee. Education/Experience Requirements: • Bachelors Degree in Interior Design from a 4-year accredited interior design program - required • 3+ years of full-time commercial interior design experience - required • 3+ years of full-time hospitality interior design experience - preferred • NCIDQ certified or on path to certification - preferred • Write and review specifications for FF&E and finishes using Spexx software. Our firm prides itself on enduring relationships with its clients, hotel brand representatives, architects, general contractors, and hospitality vendors.

In this role, you'll be the mastermind behind establishing interior design programming parameters, blending client and hotel brand requirements with the guidance of AK Design Group's esteemed leadership team. - AutoCAD and/or Revit - Specification writing, Spexx or other similar software - Knowledge of finishes, materials, furnishings, hospitality brand standards - Transform data into engaging presentations for clients and hotel franchisor's design review - Master organization, planning, and time management - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Photoshop/InDesign - Math aptitude and budgeting skills - Impeccable attention to detail and organizational prowess - Collaborate effectively within a dynamic team environment - Exhibit friendly and professional communication skills, both verbal and written - Proven ability to build successful relationships with teammates, product vendors, and clients - Navigate the intricacies of detailing (cabinetry/millwork/custom or thematic elements) - Showcase experience in selecting and specifying lighting, furnishings, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials, and finishes - Handle quotes, proposals, budgets, purchase orders, and the purchasing process with finesse - Lead or manage a project with minimal guidance - Train and lead other team members in Project Designer I or II positions - Advocate for a strong, positive office culture and support leadership and initiatives AKDG has office locations in both Memphis, TN and Nashville, TN and a collective 40+ years of hospitality-specific interior design experience. AK Design Group has hospitality-specific interior design experience in downtown/urban areas, coastal locations, university markets, suburban office parks, and more. The Company has design studios in Brentwood, TN and Memphis, TN and headquarters in Brentwood.

In this role, you'll be the mastermind behind establishing interior design programming parameters, blending client and hotel brand requirements with the guidance of AK Design Group's esteemed leadership team. - AutoCAD and/or Revit - Specification writing, Spexx or other similar software - Knowledge of finishes, materials, furnishings, hospitality brand standards - Transform data into engaging presentations for clients and hotel franchisor's design review - Master organization, planning, and time management - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Photoshop/InDesign - Math aptitude and budgeting skills - Impeccable attention to detail and organizational prowess - Collaborate effectively within a dynamic team environment - Exhibit friendly and professional communication skills, both verbal and written - Proven ability to build successful relationships with teammates, product vendors, and clients - Navigate the intricacies of detailing (cabinetry/millwork/custom or thematic elements) - Showcase experience in selecting and specifying lighting, furnishings, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials, and finishes - Handle quotes, proposals, budgets, purchase orders, and the purchasing process with finesse - Lead or manage a project with minimal guidance - Train and lead other team members in Project Designer I or II positions - Advocate for a strong, positive office culture and support leadership and initiatives AKDG has office locations in both Memphis, TN and Nashville, TN and a collective 40+ years of hospitality-specific interior design experience. AK Design Group has hospitality-specific interior design experience in downtown/urban areas, coastal locations, university markets, suburban office parks, and more. The Company has design studios in Brentwood, TN and Memphis, TN and headquarters in Brentwood.

In this role, you'll be the mastermind behind establishing interior design programming parameters, blending client and hotel brand requirements with the guidance of AK Design Group's esteemed leadership team. - AutoCAD and/or Revit - Specification writing, Spexx or other similar software - Knowledge of finishes, materials, furnishings, hospitality brand standards - Transform data into engaging presentations for clients and hotel franchisor's design review - Master organization, planning, and time management - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Photoshop/InDesign - Math aptitude and budgeting skills - Impeccable attention to detail and organizational prowess - Collaborate effectively within a dynamic team environment - Exhibit friendly and professional communication skills, both verbal and written - Proven ability to build successful relationships with teammates, product vendors, and clients - Navigate the intricacies of detailing (cabinetry/millwork/custom or thematic elements) - Showcase experience in selecting and specifying lighting, furnishings, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials, and finishes - Handle quotes, proposals, budgets, purchase orders, and the purchasing process with finesse - Lead or manage a project with minimal guidance - Train and lead other team members in Project Designer I or II positions - Advocate for a strong, positive office culture and support leadership and initiatives AKDG has office locations in both Memphis, TN and Nashville, TN and a collective 40+ years of hospitality-specific interior design experience. AK Design Group has hospitality-specific interior design experience in downtown/urban areas, coastal locations, university markets, suburban office parks, and more. The Company has design studios in Brentwood, TN and Memphis, TN and headquarters in Brentwood.

Remote Work Status: The ideal candidate is local to the Nashville area, with the ability to commute to the firm's Brentwood location at least 3 days per week. In this role, you'll be the mastermind behind establishing interior design programming parameters, blending client and hotel brand requirements with the guidance of AK Design Group's esteemed leadership team. - AutoCAD and/or Revit - Specification writing, Spexx or other similar software - Knowledge of finishes, materials, furnishings, hospitality brand standards - Transform data into engaging presentations for clients and hotel franchisor's design review - Master organization, planning, and time management - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Photoshop/InDesign - Math aptitude and budgeting skills - Impeccable attention to detail and organizational prowess - Collaborate effectively within a dynamic team environment - Exhibit friendly and professional communication skills, both verbal and written - Proven ability to build successful relationships with teammates, product vendors, and clients - Navigate the intricacies of detailing (cabinetry/millwork/custom or thematic elements) - Showcase experience in selecting and specifying lighting, furnishings, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials, and finishes - Handle quotes, proposals, budgets, purchase orders, and the purchasing process with finesse - Lead or manage a project with minimal guidance - Train and lead other team members in Project Designer I or II positions - Advocate for a strong, positive office culture and support leadership and initiatives AKDG has office locations in both Memphis, TN and Nashville, TN and a collective 40+ years of hospitality-specific interior design experience. AK Design Group has hospitality-specific interior design experience in downtown/urban areas, coastal locations, university markets, suburban office parks, and more.

Remote Work Status: The ideal candidate is local to the Nashville area, with the ability to commute to the firm's Brentwood location at least 3 days per week. Join our dynamic team as a Project Designer III, where creativity meets expertise in hospitality interior architecture and design! In this role, you'll be the mastermind behind establishing interior design programming parameters, blending client and hotel brand requirements with the guidance of AK Design Group's esteemed leadership team. Use your creativity to develop interior design concepts and schematics, bringing them to life through digital visual design presentations. - Train and lead other team members in Project Designer I or II positions