Interior Design Assistant
The Company
Claire Zinnecker Design is an award-winning boutique interior design firm based in Austin, Texas. We believe that every space tells a story and approach each project with a thoughtful, layered, and highly collaborative design process. Our studio works on residential projects that balance beauty, function, and a strong sense of place.
The Role
Claire Zinnecker Design is seeking a part-time Interior Design Assistant to join our Austin-based team. In this role, you will partner closely with the Creative Director, Lead Designer, and Junior Designer to support ongoing projects from concept through installation.
This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, proactive, solution-oriented, and excited to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced interior design studio. Design experience is not required, but a genuine passion for interiors, beautiful spaces, and learning the design process is essential. This is a part-time role with opportunity for growth and expanded responsibilities over time.
This is a hybrid role based in Austin, TX.
Your Responsibilities:
Design & Project Support
- Assist with presentation development (graphic, visual, and technical)
- Support FF&E sourcing, specifications, and visual research
- Create moodboards and presentations in Canva
- Contribute to projects from schematic design through installation
- Assist with sample ordering, tracking, and organization
- Support client meetings with preparation, note-taking, and follow-up documentation
Administrative & Operations
- Obtain quotes, pricing, and lead times from vendors
- Assist with client proposals, estimated budgets, furniture schedules, and order tracking
- Maintain organized project documentation, client binders, and meeting notes
- Manage and organize the firm’s sample library and materials
- Assist with payment processing and general studio organization
Fieldwork & Coordination
- Run errands for designers and clients, including visits to showrooms, shops, job sites, and vendor locations
- Assist with photo documentation and installation days
- Communicate with vendors, contractors, fabricators, and clients as needed
- Research new products and materials and keep the materials library current and organized
Your Experience + Requirements:
- Part-time availability (approximately 20 hours per week; set schedule to be determined)
- Located in Austin, TX
- Proficiency in Canva and Google Suite
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and daily studio needs
- Prompt and professional email communication
- Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable vehicle
- Comfortable lifting and transporting samples and materials as needed
- Positive, friendly, professional attitude with a good sense of humor
- Ability to hit the ground running and work independently when needed
Salary:
Commensurate upon experience
To apply, please complete the application form linked here.
Applications sent via email or DM's will not be considered.