Job Details
We are seeking a versatile and skilled individual to join our family-owned design firm as a Studio Manager & Design Assistant. This unique role requires you to manage the day-to-day operations of our brick-and-mortar studio. They will handle retail sales, customer support, inventory management, as well as assist with design tasks. The ideal candidate will be a creative problem solver, highly organized, and able to seamlessly transition between design tasks and studio management responsibilities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Studio Manager
- Oversee the daily operations of the studio, including scheduling, pricing, and in-store customer communications and sales
- Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and inspiring studio environment conducive to creativity and productivity.
- Maintain sample library - track and manage backroom sample library of fabrics, rugs, stone & tile, paint, wallpapers, etc.
- Open and close the store on-time daily
- Manage store inventory through Shopify POS system and Studio Designer
- Accept packages, check for damage, input into store inventory systems, and manage claims
Design Assistant
- Assist design team - especially in regards to pulling & maintaining sample library
- Place and track orders for retail studio and design clients
- Assist design team with creating client presentations when needed
- Assist with project coordination tasks, including creating project schedules and tracking deliverables
- Collaborate with project managers and designers to ensure projects are executed efficiently and meet client expectations.
- Maintain project documentation and files in an organized and accessible manner.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Great communication and sales skills - must be able to understand the needs of our retail customers.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Prior experience in studio management or administrative roles is a plus.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Enthusiasm for design and a proactive approach to learning and professional development.
- Experience with Studio Designer software and Shopify a plus.
- People Person - Great attitude & great at speaking to people
- NOT a work from home position. There are times where you ll be at the store alone.
- Applicant must be willing/able to lift or move heavy furniture around the showroom
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
At Haus of Blaylock, we believe a home should reflect our truest self celebrating the life we ve lived, and inspiring the life we dream of. The mission of Haus of Blaylock is to craft beautiful, elegant, & well-curated spaces for our clients that inspire a vibrant, love-filled life both inside and outside the home through custom interior design services.
Haus of Blaylock is owned & operated by Brenda Blaylock, an award-winning designer with over 25 years of experience spanning residential and commercial projects. Haus of Blaylock excels in crafting interior experiences that reflect the client's needs while staying grounded in a cohesive design language that heightens a space s aesthetic and creates both tangible and visual moments of joy in our clients everyday lives.
Haus of Blaylock has years of experience working with artists, artisans, and builders on full turn-key projects. We design, manufacture, and deliver custom pieces - including custom drapery, bedding, upholstery, woodworking, and floral arrangements.
Haus of Blaylock is excited to invite you to join our team as we build Fort Worth s premier interior design studio.