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Freelance / Project-Based

Rachel Cho Floral Design is a New York-based luxury floral studio where imagination meets refinement. We create immersive, artful environments that transform moments into lasting memories. From intimate celebrations to large-scale, sculptural installations, our work is driven by intention, elegance, and a deeply cultivated design sensibility.

We are seeking experienced, reliable Floral Designers (Freelance) to support our studio on a project-by-project basis. This role is ideal for designers who are confident working independently, highly responsive, and able to seamlessly integrate into an established luxury brand aesthetic while executing work to the highest standard.

Freelance Floral Designers will support events, installations, corporate work, and weekly floral production as needed, working under the creative direction of Senior and Lead Designers.

What You'll Do

• Design and execute floral arrangements that align with the Rachel Cho Floral Design aesthetic, brand standards, and client expectations

• Support event production, installations, and breakdowns for weddings, corporate events, and large-scale projects

• Follow written instructions and creative direction regarding stem selection, color palette, scale, proportions, and overall look of arrangements

• Execute floral designs efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced production environment

• Assist with on-site styling, placement, and last-minute adjustments during events

• Work collaboratively with internal teams while managing assigned tasks independently

• Maintain professionalism, flexibility, and attention to detail throughout production days

• Support general studio and production needs as assigned, including processing flowers, organizing product, and maintaining clean workspaces

Required Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience as a floral designer (event, wedding, corporate, or weekly work)

• Strong understanding of floral mechanics, stem handling, and proper processing techniques

• Ability to execute designs with consistency, efficiency, and attention to detail

• Comfort working from creative direction, recipes, or visual references

• Strong time management skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Excellent communication skills and a positive, professional demeanor

• Comfort communicating digitally using tools such as WhatsApp, Slack, and email

• Availability to work early mornings, long production days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Strongly Encouraged

• Prior experience working within a luxury floral or event production environment

• Familiarity with high-volume event workflows and on-site installation processes

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing production needs and timelines

• A portfolio of previous floral work (professional, freelance, or studio-based; digital format preferred)

Who You Are

• A motivated self-starter who takes initiative and manages work independently

• Detail-oriented, reliable, and highly responsive

• Calm under pressure and adaptable in fast-paced production settings

• Passionate about flowers, craftsmanship, and elevated design

• Respectful of brand standards and able to execute within an established aesthetic

• A collaborative team player who contributes positively to the studio environment

Physical & Work Requirements

This freelance role requires the ability to work in a dynamic production and event environment. Designers must be able to:

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods

• Lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 30 pounds regularly

• Work on their feet during long installation and production days (often 8-10+ hours)

• Safely handle fragile and perishable materials including flowers, glass vessels, candles, and decor

• Work in environments with temperature fluctuations, humidity, water, floral debris, and fragrances

• Navigate loading docks, stairs, tight hallways, and crowded event venues

Application Note

Freelance designers are hired on an as-needed, project-based basis.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a brief introduction along with a portfolio of relevant floral work.

Please note: We value clear, thoughtful communication. Any use of AI-generated language or automated writing tools in application materials will result in disqualification. We want to understand your real-world experience, skill level, and design sensibility.