Interior Design Assistant

Job Title: Interior Design Assistant (Part-Time, Potential Full-Time)
Location: Waitsfield Vermont
Work Schedule: On-site. 3-4 days/week (with flexibility and potential for full-time)

Reports to: Lead Designer / Showroom Manager

Compensation: Negotiable based upon experience and skills. 

About Us:
We are a boutique homegoods, furniture and design destination that blends curated home goods and furnishings with personalized interior design services. Our mission is to create beautiful, functional spaces that reflect each client’s lifestyle and taste. We’re currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Design Assistant to support our growing team.

Position Overview:
The Design Assistant will play a key role in both the creative and client-facing sides of our design business. This role is ideal for someone who brings a strong design sensibility, is comfortable using CAD and Canva, and genuinely enjoys helping customers feel inspired and well-supported. The role is part-time (3-4 days/week Sunday, Monday, Wednesday plus one additional/optional) with the possibility of evolving into a full-time position for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in creating floor plans, renderings, and space layouts using CAD software

  • Prepare mood boards and presentation materials using tools like Canva

  • Support product sourcing for projects, including furniture, lighting, fabrics, rugs, and window treatments

  • Maintain knowledge of current design trends, materials, and vendor lines

  • Greet clients in the showroom, offering thoughtful, attentive service without being overly salesy or talkative

  • Provide a warm, professional presence that helps clients feel welcome and at ease

  • Communicate with vendors for pricing, lead times, samples, and order tracking

  • Maintain sample libraries and vendor catalogs. Proactively source new, keep organized and up to date.

  • Assist in visual merchandising and showroom displays

  • Support designers with administrative tasks, purchasing, and project coordination

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proficiency in CAD software (SketchUp, AutoCAD, or similar)

  • Strong skills in Canva or other visual design/presentation tools

  • A friendly, service-oriented attitude with the ability to read a room and adapt communication style

  • Comfort in a customer-facing role—professional, polished, and personable

  • Awareness of current design trends and enthusiasm for home interiors

  • Reliable organizational and multitasking abilities

  • Familiarity with sourcing home furnishings and décor

  • Experience or coursework in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field preferred

  • Prior experience in a showroom, design studio, or retail design environment is a plus

What We Offer:

  • A flexible, creative, and collaborative work environment

  • Hands-on experience with high-end residential design and customizable furniture, lighting and window treatment sources

  • Opportunity to grow into a full-time role

  • Employee discount on showroom products

  • Full time positions offer benefits including paid vacations, health, dental and vision insurance, as well as 401k style savings.

Please send an introductory note and resume to monique@theaddisonwest.com if interested. No phone calls please.