What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Designer position at Workshop/APD?
About Workshop/APD
Workshop/APD is an award-winning, multidisciplinary architecture and design firm. From dramatic penthouses and seaside retreats to luxury residential developments and groundbreaking hotels and restaurants, our projects are uniquely defined by a sense of place and purpose and a desire to ultimately enhance users experience through exceptional design. Our aesthetic is timelessly modern but site-specific, unbound by project type or a singular style. Our diverse and collaborative team of creative architects, interior designers, and product designers leverage vast and highly varied experiences to solve complex design challenges, resulting in holistic spaces, products and experiences that are exceptionally beautiful and accessible.
About The Role
We are looking for an ambitious junior interior designer to join our talented team and work on high-end residential projects. The right candidate will have a basic understanding of interior architecture including FFE, materials selection and specifications. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and gifted designer committed to organization and collaboration to support the delivery of our projects.
What You'll Do
At Workshop/APD, we believe great design begins with great people. Our studio is a collaborative, supportive community where architects and designers can do their best work while enjoying a flexible hybrid schedule, generous time‑off policies, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. We offer a 401(k) with profit sharing, a stocked office pantry, and regular company events that keep us connected and inspired. Our culture is rooted in growth: from structured mentorship and performance coaching to cross‑team design reviews and continued‑education opportunities, we invest deeply in every team member’s development. We’re committed to fostering creativity, community, and a workplace where people feel supported, empowered, and excited to grow their careers
The Pay Range For This Role Is
65,000 - 75,000 USD per year(New York)
Workshop/APD is an award-winning, multidisciplinary architecture and design firm. From dramatic penthouses and seaside retreats to luxury residential developments and groundbreaking hotels and restaurants, our projects are uniquely defined by a sense of place and purpose and a desire to ultimately enhance users experience through exceptional design. Our aesthetic is timelessly modern but site-specific, unbound by project type or a singular style. Our diverse and collaborative team of creative architects, interior designers, and product designers leverage vast and highly varied experiences to solve complex design challenges, resulting in holistic spaces, products and experiences that are exceptionally beautiful and accessible.
About The Role
We are looking for an ambitious junior interior designer to join our talented team and work on high-end residential projects. The right candidate will have a basic understanding of interior architecture including FFE, materials selection and specifications. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and gifted designer committed to organization and collaboration to support the delivery of our projects.
What You'll Do
- Manage FF&E research, sourcing, and vendor coordination
- Support senior designer and design manager in selecting furniture, lighting, fabrics, and accessories that align with the project’s design direction and client preferences
- Assist manager on creating client presentations, material and finish schedules, and design documentation
- Assist in reviewing design details, finishes, and customizations during furniture production
- Ensure final products meet design specifications and make minor adjustments as needed
- Manage time and workload to meet project task deadlines and commitments with regular interaction and direction from senior staff
- Professional Degree in Interior Design or related field
- 1 to 2 years of experience, internship experiences valid
- Passionate and self-driven ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to collaborate within a team and relay information timely to senior staff
- Highly organized and able to vision and manage all parts of the project
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Excel and all Adobe programs. Studio Webware is a plus
At Workshop/APD, we believe great design begins with great people. Our studio is a collaborative, supportive community where architects and designers can do their best work while enjoying a flexible hybrid schedule, generous time‑off policies, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. We offer a 401(k) with profit sharing, a stocked office pantry, and regular company events that keep us connected and inspired. Our culture is rooted in growth: from structured mentorship and performance coaching to cross‑team design reviews and continued‑education opportunities, we invest deeply in every team member’s development. We’re committed to fostering creativity, community, and a workplace where people feel supported, empowered, and excited to grow their careers
The Pay Range For This Role Is
65,000 - 75,000 USD per year(New York)