ABOUT WATG

WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, 77 years young and home to nearly 400 creative, globe-trotting professionals located remotely and in our offices in California, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai. 

Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to the finishing touches, we operate as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice globally. Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors, we specialize in hospitality, gaming entertainment, urban mixed-use, and high-end residential design. 

Independent to this day, we passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience for all businesses. We were founded in Honolulu in 1945 and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability – which we still prioritize today. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities.

WATG is hiring a Designer in Interiors for our Los Angeles office.

ROLE

The Designer provides essential design and/or technical support in the Wimberly Interiors Studio and shadows intermediate and senior staff to develop design deliverables for various projects. The Designer receives specific and detailed instructions as to the tasks required and the results expected. The Designer assists in the preparation and updating of drawings, presentations, graphics; CAD design and sketching; furniture, fixture and equipment specifications; furnishing, color and material board fabrication; model making; FF&E sourcing; and resource organization and general administrative tasks for the Studio. The Designer is responsible for working with the project team to assist in the overall effort of completing various project phases.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Modifies and prepares production drawings during design development phase
• Assists with sourcing and product research
• Prepares furnishing, color, and material boards and specifies furniture, fixtures and equipment
• Updates design documents and drawings, rendered plans and section elevations
• Develops solutions to technical and design problems following established standards
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into the projects
• Assists with concept presentations, and prepares graphics and design drawings
• Builds models for client and project team review
• Compiles data and performs fundamental design computations
• May maintain and organize the design library
• Coordinates with outside vendors
• Fosters a green workplace through sustainable work practices
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field
• Recent graduate to 4 years of experience in design-related projects
• Working toward environmental accreditation desired
• Technical expertise in MS Office, Adobe Suite, DesignSmart, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and other design tools; some Revit experience preferred
• Sketching skills required
• Ability to work in a team environment, managing multiple project priorities simultaneously
• Ability to meet deadlines effectively
• Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills

*Please include a copy of your resume and portfolio to be considered for this position.

JOB INFORMATION

• Salary Range: $55,000 - $75,000 per year

WATG is an Equal Opportunity Employer