Senior Designer

SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER

ROCHA Design Studio is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Interior Designer to join our growing team. This role will work directly under the Creative Director and collaborate closely with our project managers, consultants, and design team to bring thoughtful, tailored interiors to life.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, self-driven, and passionate about creating meaningful, timeless design. This position plays a key part in both creative development and project execution.

Design Leadership & FF&E Development

• Work under the Creative Director to develop and manage custom FF&E designs for furnishings, lighting, and specialty elements.
• Lead project design teams in concept development, space planning, and FF&E direction.
• Review and redline drawing sets across all phases of the design process.
• Provide preliminary FF&E budgets and ensure all selections align with final budgets, timelines, and project goals.
• Review FF&E shop drawings for accuracy, craftsmanship, and alignment with the design vision.

Client & Team Collaboration

• Lead client presentations and communicate design concepts clearly and professionally.
• Work proactively with internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely project progress.
• Attend project meetings and site visits independently or alongside the Principal(s).
• Support PMs with on-site installations and styling as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional interior design experience (luxury residential and/or hospitality preferred)
• Strong background in FF&E design, detailing, and documentation
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and relevant design software
• Excellent communication, organization, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field (preferred)

Required Software Skills

• AutoCAD
• SketchUp
• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Microsoft Office or Apple equivalents (Excel/Numbers, Word/Pages, PowerPoint/Keynote)
• Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
• Experience with 3D visualization software is a plus
• Familiarity with HouzzPro is a bonus

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience
• Flexible hybrid schedule, work from home with in-studio collaboration
• Travel opportunities depending on project locations and timelines
• A highly collaborative design environment where all voices and ideas are valued
• The opportunity to work on exciting, design-driven projects with exceptional clients across regional and national markets

Additional Requirements

• Ability to commute to our studio and to project sites as needed

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief note about why you're a great fit for this role.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• interior design: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Marina del Rey, CA 90292