What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Assistant position at Skyterra Design?
We’re Hiring
DESIGN ASSISTANT
(Also accepting applicants for interior design focus)
Las Vegas, NV (In-person)
Full-Time (Hourly)
Overview
Are you ready to design homes that inspire? At Skyterra, we create custom homes for the modern
individual—enhanced by nature and crafted with meaning. We specialize in biophilic architecture,
landscape, and interior design, shaping spaces that help people live like no one else. Based in Las
Vegas, we’re a boutique firm with projects spanning across Nevada, Arizona, and beyond. Right now,
we're searching for a passionate, creative, and driven Design Assistant to join our team. If you're an
architecture student or recent graduate looking for hands-on experience in the world of bespoke
residential design, this role is for you!
What You’ll Do
- Collaborate on the design of innovative, high-end residential architecture, interior, and landscape
projects.
- Create stunning visual presentations that include Enscape 3D renderings and other design
materials to bring our visions to life.
- Dive into construction documents and project information, ensuring every detail is accurate and
clear.
- Take on project coordination tasks, communicating directly with clients, consultants, vendors,
and contractors to keep things running smoothly.
- Help shape our marketing content by crafting visual and written materials that showcase our
firm’s creative spirit.
- Assist in developing firm standards while actively exploring and challenging new, innovative ways
of working.
- Explore the latest in design thinking, materials, and sustainable practices to keep our work fresh
and forward-thinking.
- Join site visits, contributing to the hands-on documentation of our projects’ progress.
Who You Are
- A 4th-year (or higher) architecture / interior design student or recent graduate, passionate about
modern residential design.
- You have prior professional office experience, preferably in a design-related role, or exceptional
design and software skills.
- You have working experience with SketchUp, Revit, and Adobe InDesign (required)—and eager
to flex your skills.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Enscape or similar rendering software, Photoshop, Illustrator, and
generative AI (like ChatGPT) is a bonus.
- You can fearlessly sketch your ideas by hand (it doesn’t have to be pretty!) and grasp the basics
of building components and materials.
- You’re detail-oriented, self-motivated, and excited about tackling new challenges with both
accuracy and flexibility.
- You listen well, communicate clearly, and love collaborating to push a project toward its best
outcome.
- Willingness to embrace change and adapt to evolving firm practices and processes, fostering
innovation and continuous improvement.
- You’re curious, always ready to explore new ideas, and driven by a desire for design excellence.
Why Skyterra?
- Competitive pay between $20.00-$25.00/hr based on your experience and skills.
- The chance to work on a variety of high-end, custom homes where creativity and attention to
detail are key.
- Opportunities to be involved in every stage of a project—from initial design to project completion.
- Mentorship and support for those working toward NCARB AXP certification.
- A workspace that harmonizes a relaxed atmosphere with focused dedication to innovation and
excellence.
How to Apply
Ready to join us?
Send your resume with referrals and a sample work portfolio (PDF format or accessible web-link) to:
apply@skyterra.design
Salary : $20 - $25