What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Custom Closet Designer position at ShelfGenie?
Company: ShelfGenie – Custom Closets Division
Territory: Hampstead, NC to Murrells Inlet, SC
Location: In-home consultations (local territory)
Employment Type: Contract (1099)
Compensation: Commission-based / per-project (No cap on earnings)
We are expanding the custom closet division of our locally owned ShelfGenie business and are seeking an experienced designer to join our team on a 1099, project-based basis.
Closet-specific experience is not required — we provide full training. What matters most is your industry background, ability to consult with homeowners in their homes, and skill in creating functional, well-planned storage solutions.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in home design, cabinetry, kitchen & bath, storage, or space planning who enjoys autonomy, client interaction, and meaningful design work.
- Conduct in-home consultations with homeowners throughout the territory from Hampstead, NC to Murrells Inlet, SC
- Measure and evaluate spaces accurately
- Collaborate with homeowners to create custom closet solutions
- Present design options and guide clients to decisions
- Work with operations and installation teams to ensure designs are install-ready
- Make adjustments as needed throughout the design process
Required
- 2 years in home design, cabinetry, kitchen & bath, storage, or related industry preferred
- Strong client-facing and in-home consultation skills
- Excellent measuring, space-planning, and problem-solving abilities
- Comfortable discussing pricing, options, and value with homeowners
- Professional, reliable, and self-motivated
Preferred
- Experience with design software (SketchUp, 2020, CAD, ClosetPro, or similar)
- Consultative sales or client advisory background
- Experience creating functional storage or cabinetry solutions
- Commission-based pay per project
- Paid after installation and client payment
- No cap on earnings
- Established lead flow and operational support provided
- Flexible, project-based schedule
- Opportunity for ongoing work as the closet division grows
In-home consultations across the territory from Hampstead, NC to Murrells Inlet, SC
How to Apply- Submit a brief introduction and examples of prior design, cabinetry, or storage project work (portfolio, photos, or project descriptions). We value experience and design process over formal resumes.