Junior Designer

Overview:   EverGreene Architectural Arts is one of the leading specialty contractors, design studios and conservation firms in the United States providing interior restoration, conservation, decoration and new design services to clients in the Commercial, Government, Institutional, Sacred and Theater sectors. Founded in 1978, EverGreene is consistently ranked as one of ENR’s Top Specialty Contractors. The company of artists, conservators, craftspeople and designers provides world-class artistry and superior craftsmanship, with a focus on client services. EverGreene operates as both an art studio and a specialty contractor combining art, science and technology to work on some of the country’s most significant historic and contemporary buildings.

Function & Scope:  The Assistant Designer (Interior Artistry) will work collaboratively with the design team in the design of decorative art for both new and historic spaces.

Design scope may include development of decorative elements throughout a space such as painted panels, borders, stencils, three dimensional ornament and furnishings, and artwork including murals and sculpture.

Responsibilities: Specific responsibilities on any given day or will depend upon the projects under contract. Each task requires thoughtful engagement. There is nothing routine about design work at EverGreene. The role may include but is not limited to:

·        Digitally producing and integrating concept designs and details into plans, drawings & photographs

·        Developing designs into shop drawings and construction documents; developing attachment systems for three-dimensional ornament

·        Making & verifying measurements & proportions to prepare and print design templates, “as-builts” & site drawings

·        Formatting / arranging design pages including scale, critical information on drawings & other design materials for presentation to clients & for practical use in the field.

·        Organizing project details for easy reference

·        Managing drawings including document control (marking up drawings, making revisions, retracting defunct drawings, & reissuing revisions)

·        Developing color palettes

·        Diligent research and insistence of quality work

·        Ability to switch projects, prioritize and troubleshoot.

Requirements & Skills

·        Formal training in fine arts or related discipline (minimum BA / BFA / BArch)

·        Specific training in designing, drawing and painting classical ornament

·        Strong portfolio of work demonstrating ornamental design, drawing and painting

·        Strong knowledge of art history especially 19th and 20th century art and architecture.

·        Historic restoration knowledge/experience preferred

·        Solid understanding of the relationship of scale and patterns, and purpose of decoration in architecture

·        Strong understanding of color, and ability to paint

·        Familiarity with principles & vocabulary of classical architecture

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

·        Adobe Creative Suites: Strong proficiency in Photoshop & Illustrator

·        Strong solution-focused and systematic thinking skills

·        Organized, focused with the ability to work in a fast-past setting

·        Abilities to work collaboratively and independently are essential 

·        Proficiency in English (written & spoken)

·        Passion for architecture, historic restoration and new design

Special Requirements: 

The individual must be able to navigate a jobsite that is under construction. Compliance with OSHA safety procedures including the consistent and proper use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when visiting project sites. Most of the designer’s time will be spent in the New York studio however some travel to local & distant job sites may be required. Periodic overtime may be required.

Work Environment/Job Conditions:  This job is performed in an office setting and requires frequent sitting (working on a computer), frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching. Due to computer usage, there is a repetitive motion of the hands and wrists.

Special Notes: EverGreene Architectural Arts is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the workplace including all project sites. EverGreene Architectural Arts is an Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity Employer.