Design Operations Coordinator

Social Design Studio

About Us

Social Design Studio is a boutique interior design studio specializing in hospitality and restaurant design. We create elevated, story-driven spaces for clients who value experience as much as aesthetics.

We are a small, high-performing team that moves quickly and holds a high standard. Every person here plays a critical role in delivering exceptional work.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a highly organized, Operations Coordinator who wants to grow into a larger role over time.

This is not just an administrative position—it’s an opportunity to become the operational backbone of a fast-paced design studio.

You’ll work directly with the owner and design team to keep projects moving, systems running, and details handled before they become problems.

If you’re someone who naturally takes ownership, anticipates needs, and enjoys being the person who keeps everything on track—you’ll thrive here.

Your Role

This is a hands-on, support-focused position where you’ll assist with project coordination and day-to-day studio operations. You’ll handle the small but critical details that keep projects moving, from tracking orders to organizing files to coordinating with vendors.

While the design team leads client-facing work, you’ll ensure the internal systems and logistics stay organized and efficient.

You will take responsibility for the behind-the-scenes execution that keeps projects running smoothly.

Project Coordination

• Manage vendor communication, including requesting quotes and tracking orders
• Own order tracking from purchase through delivery and installation
• Coordinate logistics and flag potential issues early
• Maintain organized, accurate project files and documentation
• Support timelines and ensure tasks don’t fall through the cracks

Studio Operations

• Track expenses and support basic bookkeeping processes
• Keep vendor records, materials library, and studio resources organized and up to date
• Manage the studio calendar and coordinate scheduling needs
• Handle sample pickups and vendor coordination as needed

Team Support

• Keep internal meetings organized and action items tracked
• Step in wherever needed—this is a collaborative, roll-up-your-sleeves environment

You Are

• Extremely organized—you don’t let details slip
• Proactive—you don’t wait to be told what to do
• Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple moving pieces
• Resourceful—you figure things out and solve problems independently
• Tech-comfortable and quick to learn new systems
• Interested in the design industry, but energized by operations and execution

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in an assistant, coordinator, or operations role
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment
• Familiarity with tools like Monday.com; QuickBooks is a plus

Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• We are looking to bring someone on quickly. How soon could you start?

Location:

• Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (Required)

Work Location: In person