Interior Design Assistant

DRAYP INTERIORS Interior Design Assistant — Job Description Job Title: Interior Design AssistantLocation: Pioneer Square – Seattle, WAReports To: Lead Interior Designer / Founder (Sammy J.)Employment Type: Full-Time (W-2 Non-Exempt)Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Showroom open to clients 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM) Compensation: $22.00 – $24.00 / hour (DOE)  WORK IN THE HEART OF SEATTLE'S VIBRANT ART SCENE & ENTREPRENEURIAL VIBE Step into work every single day in Pioneer Square—the vibrant heartbeat of Seattle’s entrepreneurial art culture and hands-down THE vibe in the city. Our new Pioneer Square studio isn’t just an office; it’s a stunning gallery-style showroom (housed in a former art gallery space!) designed to present custom window treatments, fine upholstery, bespoke furniture, and luxury textiles as living art. Surrounded by historic brick-and-timber architecture, boutique clothing shops, artisanal rug studios, independent galleries, and incredible neighborhood spots, you will be immersed in an environment that buzzes with creative inspiration. If you are inspired by beautiful spaces and want a role where entrepreneurial art culture fuels your workday, this is where you belong. ABOUT THE ROLE Drayp Interiors is seeking a genuinely artistic, proactive, and tech-adaptable Interior Design Assistant to work as a true right hand across all interior design aspects, manage our daily showroom operations, and drive client projects forward in our new Pioneer Square location. While formal interior design training isn't required, a strong artistic eye and creative instinct are absolute musts—you won't just be running the office, you will actively assist in translating interior design visions into reality. Because Lead Interior Designer Sammy J. is frequently out in the field—meeting with clients, implementing interior designs, taking site measurements, and running full interior design installs—you will be the essential creative and operational anchor in the showroom. In this role, your artistic nature and creative energy will come to life daily. When walk-in clients arrive looking for fabric or interior design inspiration, you will put your visual eye to work—guiding them through materials, pulling schemes, creating 3D floor plans, and curating engaging social media content to keep the showroom energy high. Drayp Interiors operates as a full-service interior design firm with a renowned specialization as architectural textile experts. While we execute complete interior design transformations for both high-end residential spaces and commercial environments—including restaurants, hotel lobbies, and ballrooms—other interior designers also come to us to execute their custom drapery and window coverings because nobody does it better. We are extremely specialized, bringing an unparalleled level of texture, color, and textile harmony to both commercial and residential interiors. As Sammy J.'s assistant, you will gain hands-on mastery over specialized textiles and custom window coverings that most traditional interior designers never get the chance to learn, alongside full-scope commercial and residential interior design project experience. Of course, every world-class interior design firm requires a solid administrative engine to succeed. You will balance this rich creative immersion by seamlessly managing the essential estimates, invoicing, and project coordination that keep our business thriving. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Creative Support & Software Workflows 3D Visuals & Houzz Pro: Utilize Houzz Pro to build 3D floor plans, visual mood boards, and manage client presentation portals for residential and commercial interior design projects.Sourcing & Selections: Assist in specifying finishes, furniture, fabrics, wallcoverings, and custom window treatment solutions for full-scope interior design projects and dedicated textile orders.Social Media Collaboration: Capture the daily creative energy of the showroom, client projects, and completed interior design installs—collaborating remotely with our social media manager to supply engaging visual content.Showroom Operations & Client Experience Gallery & Showroom Management: Open and staff the Pioneer Square gallery space daily (9:00 AM start, doors open at 10:00 AM). Greet clients, welcome walk-ins, assist with fabric inquiries, and keep our sample library and displays organized and inspiring.Occasional Field & Install Support: On occasion, join Sammy J. on job sites to assist with client walkthroughs, site audits, and full interior design installation and styling days.Project Administration & Financial Execution. Estimates & Invoicing: Prepare, track, and send client estimates and invoices across all residential, commercial, and custom window covering projects.QuickBooks Online Management: Utilize QuickBooks Online to record payments, manage project billing, and maintain accurate account records.Procurement & Logistics: Place fabric, furniture, and material orders with trade vendors, track shipments, handle deliveries, and ensure projects stay on schedule. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Artistic Eye & Interior Design Passion: Formal interior design experience is not required, but you must possess strong artistic intuition, an eye for aesthetics, and a deep interest in luxury residential and commercial interiors as well as custom textiles.Tech-Adaptable & Fast Learner: Excellent ability to learn digital tools and software workflows quickly, with a proactive "jump in and figure it out" mindset.Self-Motivated & Organized: Comfortable holding down the showroom independently and managing essential administrative details with accuracy and pride.Strong Communicator: Warm, professional written and verbal communication skills when working with clients, vendors, and remote team members. ONBOARDING & SUPPORT Houzz Pro: Dedicated rep-led training will be scheduled upon hire, supplemented by self-guided hands-on learning.QuickBooks Online: Direct workflow training provided remotely by Shanese from our Idaho team. BENEFITS & WORKPLACE DETAILS Employment Type: W-2 Non-Exempt Position ($22.00 – $24.00/hr).Workstation: Dedicated desktop setup provided in the Pioneer Square studio.Health/Medical Benefits: Not offered at this time.Commute & Parking: No driving required for this role. Due to Pioneer Square parking dynamics, public transportation is strongly recommended (conveniently accessible via light rail and transit lines).Paid Holidays (6 Days Annually) Full-time team members receive paid time off for the following company-observed holidays: New Year’s DayMemorial DayIndependence DayLabor Day ● Thanksgiving DayChristmas DayPaid Time Off (PTO) Accrual Schedule Full-time employees earn 2 weeks (80 hours) of PTO per year, accrued over time with structured milestone vesting: 0 – 90 Days (Introductory Period): PTO begins accruing on Day 1 (~1.54 hours per 40-hour workweek), but PTO cannot be taken during the 90-day introductory period.90 Days – 6 Months: First milestone reached! Employee unlocks access to take accrued PTO (up to 20 hours earned to date).6 Months – 1 Year: Unlocks up to 40 hours of accrued PTO for use.1 Year & Beyond: Full 80 hours (2 weeks) of PTO available to accrue and schedule annually.