Junior Design Consultant

Unleash Your Design Passion as a Junior Design Consultant

Do you crave beautiful spaces, vibrant patterns, and the joy of collaboration? Are you passionate about design trends and supporting small artisans?

If so, then this is the perfect opportunity for you to join our team!

About Us

We are an artisan tile showroom in central Tucson, AZ, specializing in handcrafted, high-end tiles. We believe tile is more than just a material; it's art. We work closely with our clients to create timeless spaces that reflect their unique style. Many of our products are customizable, allowing us to transform a vision into reality. We leverage our strong relationships with the talented makers we carry and collaborate with our local design community to curate a stunning selection of one-of-a-kind designs that elevate any space.

The Role

We're looking for an energetic, creative, and self-motivated "Junior Design Consultant" to join our close-knit team. As a representative of the team, you'll wear many hats!

• Be the Design Guide: Help clients navigate our collection of stunning, handcrafted tiles, create custom proposals, and transform their dream spaces into reality.
  
• Become a Product Expert: Learn everything there is to know about our artisan tiles, their unique qualities, and how they can elevate any design project.
  
• Embrace the Showroom Experience: Welcome customers, manage client relationships, and ensure the showroom is organized, trendy, and showcases the beauty of our handcrafted products.
  
• Collaborate with a Supportive Team: We're a close-knit group who thrives on teamwork and a shared passion for design. You'll work alongside colleagues and participate in onsite/offsite events to develop and foster relationships within the Tucson design community.
  
• Growth Opportunities: Our team is growing and loves to promote from within. This is your chance to build a rewarding career surrounded by beautiful design.
  

Responsibilities

• Be the Design Consultant's Right Hand: Hit the ground running by assisting our experienced design consultants. You'll learn the ropes of client interaction, answer phones, schedule appointments, and ensure a welcoming first impression for our clients.
  
• Partner with Clients to Bring Their Vision to Life: Work alongside our design consultants to understand client design goals. Observe consultations and learn how to translate those visions into beautiful and functional spaces featuring our handcrafted tiles.
  
• Gain Valuable Design Experience: Gain hands-on experience by assisting with design consultations (both walk-in and scheduled). You'll learn how to translate client requests into proposals and orders, working closely with the design consultants.
  
• Build Client Relationships: As you grow in your role, you'll have the opportunity to develop your own client base. You'll learn to manage client relationships, fostering trust and creating a positive experience throughout the design process.
  
• Cultivate a Showroom that Inspires: Collaborate with the team to maintain a well-organized and visually inspiring showroom environment. This includes keeping displays fresh and ensuring the space reflects the latest design trends.
  
• Become a Product Connoisseur: Dive deep into the world of artisan tile! Learn everything there is to know about our unique product offerings. You'll be responsible for ordering and managing samples to meet client and design needs.
  
• Ensure Seamless Order Fulfillment: Track order status, collaborate with operations on receiving shipments, and participate in quality control procedures.
  
• Maintain Showroom Excellence: Keep the showroom organized, manage product displays, and stay informed about discontinued items.
  
• Embrace Teamwork: Be a team player and contribute to a collaborative and supportive work environment.
  
• Expand Your Design Horizons: Broaden your design knowledge and gain industry experience through opportunities beyond the showroom. You may participate in offsite consultations, site visits, and events. There may also be occasional travel to trade partner offices. This will allow you to collaborate with designers, builders, and homeowners, witnessing the entire design process in action, from initial concept to finished product.
  

Ready to turn design dreams into reality? Join our team!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in design or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.
  
• Experience in customer service and retail sales is a plus (Interior design experience highly desirable).
  
• Strong understanding of design trends and principles.
  
• Proficiency in basic computer systems; knowledge of CAD, Adobe Suite, and Office is a bonus.
  
• Self-motivated, organized, professional with a passion for design and working with people.
  
• A love of sarcasm (optional!), and a laid-back work environment is a plus.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary
  
• Full benefits package (including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, and employee discount).
  
• Predictable Monday-Friday, 9-5 schedule.
  
• Fun and collaborative work environment.
  
• A passionate team dedicated to teaching you the world of art tile and design.