Design Associate

Job Description The “Design Associate” Role @ R. Jack Balthazar The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and will balance multiple projects and aggressive deadlines. The candidate should have experience in an office setting as well as on event sites, should possess a passion for the creative process, and the drive to learn and work within a team that identifies, creates and produces a spectrum of experiential work. This person should have (at minimum) introductory knowledge of Adobe Creative Suites (in particular Adobe Photoshop), Sketchup, Vray, and VectorWorks and will support the design and production team with researching, sourcing, procuring raw materials and finished goods (furnishings, case goods, textiles, accessories, etc); and doing so while effectively managing time constraints and budgetary boundaries. In addition, this candidate should be prepared to contribute in other departments, outside their daily responsibilities, at any given time.

Responsibilities Research design concepts and visions with a resourceful and creative approach

Attend client and vendor meetings, record accurate notes, photos, and measurements which demonstrate spatial acuity, and deliver a clear and concise recap to the team

Exhibit an awareness of event details (as they relate to design) - from project inception, through the design process, production, installation and wrap-up

Work on multiple event projects simultaneously, keeping current with details and communicate to all relevant affiliates

Possess a keen eye for all things design, style, and culture related, with an ability to translate obscure inspirations into event relevance

Identify, research, and source décor elements efficiently, proficiently and practically

Keep updated records of pending orders, incoming orders, backorders, and purchase orders

Liaise with shipping/receiving to ensure receivables are properly checked in, quality-checked, inventoried, and routed

Assist in the creation and updating of mood boards, design decks, client deliverables, floor plans, etc

Liaise with production and fabrication teams (floral, décor, carpentry, furniture, and sub-vendor partners) to assist in the generation of design concepts

Skills Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills with intense attention to detail

Strong presentation skills

Effective, reflective listening skills, with the capacity to receive and respond to feedback

Ability to prioritize tasks (and to solicit guidance when needed) in order to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Ability to adapt to changing situations and to adjust / pivot when neededAbility to quickly and effectively learn new tasks, and to absorb new responsibilities

Demonstrate excellent time management to satisfy the needs and deadlines within a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Behavioral Qualities Enthusiasm to gain further knowledge and expertise in event design

Perceptiveness of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do

Positive attitude

Flexibility and willingness to pivot, adjust, and modify projects as needed

Respectful to all co-workers, colleagues, clients, cohorts

Reliable, responsible, and dependable

Qualifications Introductory knowledge of Adobe Creative Suites (in particular Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator), Sketchup, Vray, VectorWorks, Microsoft Office, and Google Docs Editors Suite

1 – 2 years’ experience in the event industry

Experience working with florals, fabrication, construction, lighting, textiles, furnishings, décor, props is preferred

Availability on nights / weekends / holidays

Eligibility to work in the U.S

Ability to travel

Valid CADL + clean DMV record

Must pass background / drug test

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