Job Description
JOB TITLE: Interior Designer
DEPARTMENT: Texas Studio
REPORTS TO: Studio Team Lead
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
JOB TYPE: Full time
LOCATION: Dallas TX/ Austin TX
COMPENSATION: $70K-$85K/annually
**This is a remote position. However, applicants must live in the geographical area listed on the job posting.** Conflict of Interest Policy At Meteor, integrity and transparency are paramount in all our operations and interactions. To avoid any potential conflicts of interest and maintain the trust of our public customers, we regret that we cannot consider applications from individuals who are currently employed by organizations that are customers of Meteor, where they hold positions that could influence the purchasing decisions regarding our products or services. This policy ensures fairness and impartiality in our hiring process and customer interactions.
If you fall under this category, we appreciate your understanding and encourage your continued support as a valued customer.
SUMMARY OF POSITION The Meteor Education Interior Designer supports the sales effort by applying design expertise in the creation of furniture layouts, incorporating the Meteor Design Principles to achieve environments that are conducive to high impact learning for K-12 clients. This is guided by our Meteor Core Process that spans the Discovery, Create, Plan, Execute and Sustain phases. The Interior Designer interfaces with a regional Studio team which includes a Managing Director, Sales, Instructional Design (educational specialist), Project Coordination (quoting) and Project Management throughout the client journey.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES •Attend project programming meetings in person or on Zoom with salesperson, educational specialist and client to determine scope of the project.
•Collaborate with salesperson and educational specialist to strategize on how to best address the client's needs.
•Develop conceptual design solutions that reflect the information gathered during the intake meeting.
•Create and present visual presentations including 2D drawings, 3D renderings, and furniture specifications based on standard deliverables using Meteor software platforms.
•Specify furniture, including finishes, and custom items within our design and quoting software using multiple manufacturers.
•Designer must work within budget constraints, timelines, recommending product solutions as discussed with salesperson and client.
•With Studio team, perform specification review and develop installation documents for each project.
•Must show excellent communication skills when presenting to customers and team members.
•Willingness to elevate product knowledge and application by researching K-12 and higher education environment design, product options including 100+ manufacturers, and industry trends.
•Must adhere to the Meteor Core Process as well as Design Drawing and Process standards.
•Apply knowledge of ADA, Life Safety, Fire and Electrical codes.
•Attend in-person Studio activities - scheduled meetings and training. Build a strong relationship with Studio team members.
•Must be willing to travel to client meetings, company events, onboarding in Gainesville, Florida, and functional training.
•Work remotely.
Requirements •3-5 years' + experience, preferably in the same or similar industry.
•Bachelor's or Associate degree in Interior Design required.
•Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit or CET, and Microsoft Suite
•Experience in generating drawings and specifying furniture.
•Some experience working with Architects and trades helpful.
•Experience in presenting to Educational and Architectural clients.
•Exceptional ethical and professional standards. Full cultural alignment with the values of the company.
•Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
•Understanding design principles.
•Live in geographical area of job posting.
NOTE: All Meteor new hires are expected to attend an in-person cultural orientation which requires travel to our home office in Gainesville, FL. Employees may also be required to travel and attend annual company meetings and events. All business-related travel expenses will be paid for by Meteor per our company travel and expense policy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
At Meteor Education, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve, providing our employees with platforms to confidently showcase their unique talents. Through ongoing learning and development, we've built a culture where individuals-regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or background-feel respected, valued, and empowered to contribute to our ProSocial mission. Our dedication extends to recruiting and retaining talent from diverse experiences, perspectives, and identities, ensuring that everyone has a voice in shaping our future.
Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
- Basic Life AD&D (100% employer paid)
- Short Term Disability (100% employer paid)
- Long Term Disability (Not employer paid)
- 401(k) + matching
- Supplemental Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave (8 weeks)
- 2 Volunteer Days
- 9 Company Paid Holidays
- Primary Caregiver Leave (40 hours)
- Employee advocates serving to sustain employee wellness in the workplace
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Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Home office, Flexible hours,