Junior Interior Designer - RISTICH

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented Junior Interior Designer / Design Assistant to support a residential home remodel in Pasadena, CA. This is a hands-on role focused on furniture, lighting, fixtures, finishes, materials, and décor sourcing, as well as organizing and coordinating the many details of an active renovation project. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for interiors and a thoughtful, cohesive design sensibility, along with the organizational skills to turn a design direction into a finished space.

This is a full-time, 3-month temporary position at $30/hour, with the potential for additional work depending on project needs.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

RISTICH LLC is a Pasadena-based design and innovation studio working across creative, product, fabrication, and experiential projects. We bring a hands-on, multidisciplinary approach to design, combining creative development with practical execution and production.

DAILY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and source furniture, lighting, plumbing fixtures, hardware, tile, finishes, textiles, décor, and other interior elements based on established design direction and mood boards.
• Research vendors and manufacturers, request pricing and samples, track lead times, and maintain organized sourcing and purchasing information.
• Assist with coordinating the various details of the remodel, including communicating with vendors, contractors, showrooms, and other project contacts.
• Create and maintain organized spreadsheets, product lists, budgets, finish schedules, and other project documentation.
• Assist with site visits, sample reviews, presentations, and general project coordination as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES:

• Degree or current/recent coursework in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or a closely related design field; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong visual and aesthetic sensibility, particularly in residential interiors, furniture, materials, and finishes. A strong portfolio and design eye are more important than extensive professional experience.
• Excellent research, organization, communication, and follow-through skills, with the ability to manage many details and deadlines simultaneously.
• Comfortable researching products online and working with vendors, showrooms, manufacturers, and contractors.
• Familiarity with design software such as SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar programs is a plus, but not required.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Resume
• Portfolio demonstrating your design sensibility, with preference given to work showcasing residential interiors, furniture, materials, finishes, styling, or related work
• Brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position and why you would be a good fit
• Please include your availability for the 3-month, full-time position