Job Description
In addition to having a flair and drive to push creative boundaries, this candidate must be proactive, highly organized, and confident with client-facing scenarios
Be legally entitled to work in USA
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Interior Design, Industrial Design, Architecture or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of design work experience with demonstrated specialisation in FF&E Design
Experience in 5-star luxury hospitality projects an asset
Highly creative, resourceful, curious, organised, and self-confident
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – verbal, written, and design articulation
Exceptional attention to detail
Proven understanding of materiality
Proven understanding of space and scale with the ability to draw and detail furniture pieces
Product knowledge of furniture, fabrics, accessories, art, drapery, decorative lighting, and finishes
Budget management skills
An upbeat, positive attitude, and a regular contributor to a motivated work culture
Accustomed to working in a fast‐paced, dynamic, deadline-oriented environment
Well-honed time and priority management skills
SOFTWARE SKILLS
AutoCAD
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
SketchUp
Benefits
Direct mentorship from Alessandro Munge and our world-class design team
Competitive salary based on experience and industry standards
Extra time off during the annual end-of-year studio closure
Responsibilities
Collaborate with our FF&E Design Team Lead to balance and manage multiple projects from design concept to completion, at all stages of FF&E production
Conceptualize furniture, millwork, and decorative lighting, with an understanding of space and scale while ensuring all align with the projects’ narratives and Studio Munge’s standards
Collaborate with FF&E Lead and Industrial Designers, to develop custom pieces that are aligned with client and/or brand requirements
Design and develop custom carpets and various textiles, ensuring alignment with the design concept and the project’s brand standards
Select and specify various purchased catalogue pieces, with relevance to the established design narrative
Select and specify FF&E materials that are appropriate and follow Studio Munge’s durability standards
Create and/or refine furniture layouts, ensuring functionality
Write FF&E specifications using Studio Munge software Fohlio
Manage and coordinate with suppliers and furniture manufacturers
Coordinate and collaborate with Studio Munge internal Design and project management teams
Coordinate with procurement agent
Participate in prototype reviews
Review and track FF&E submittals
Job description
Salary:
INTERIOR DESIGNER - FF&E SPECIALIST
Are you inspired by all art forms from interiors to fashion, architecture to travel and culture?
Can you conceptualise custom furnishings that are both exquisite and functional?
Are you motivated to see your bespoke designs in experiential environments?
At Studio Munge, we bring spaces to life for many of the world’s most iconic luxury brands and sophisticated clientele. Our environments are holistically experiential, immersive, and thoughtfully curated thanks to an ever-expanding scope of work, including architecture, landscaping, interior, and product design. Closely mentored by Alessandro Munge, our award-winning multidisciplinary collective has created a global reputation through vibrant, purposeful, and narrative-driven designs.
Today, we seek an experienced, creative, and collaborative Interior Designer specialising in FF&E to join our dynamic team in Miami and conquer any challenge through unique solutions.
With your love and a great understanding of colours, textures, finishes, and a curious mind, help us tell the world unique and emotive design stories. Mentored by Alessandro Munge and our FF&E Design Team Lead, you will work with fellow industrial designers and procurement agents to create the most compelling furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Our ideal candidate can present innovative design solutions to the studio, ensuring all project details meet and exceed our quality standards. In addition to having a flair and drive to push creative boundaries, this candidate must be proactive, highly organized, and confident with client-facing scenarios.
Learn more about our design philosophy and if this sounds like a great way to express your multiple talents, join Alessandro and our dynamic collective in designing a better world, one space at a time.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collaborate with our FF&E Design Team Lead to balance and manage multiple projects from design concept to completion, at all stages of FF&E production
• Conceptualize furniture, millwork, and decorative lighting, with an understanding of space and scale while ensuring all align with the projects’ narratives and Studio Munge’s standards
• Collaborate with FF&E Lead and Industrial Designers, to develop custom pieces that are aligned with client and/or brand requirements
• Design and develop custom carpets and various textiles, ensuring alignment with the design concept and the project’s brand standards
• Select and specify various purchased catalogue pieces, with relevance to the established design narrative
• Select and specify FF&E materials that are appropriate and follow Studio Munge’s durability standards
• Create and/or refine furniture layouts, ensuring functionality
• Write FF&E specifications using Studio Munge software Fohlio
• Manage and coordinate with suppliers and furniture manufacturers
• Coordinate and collaborate with Studio Munge internal Design and project management teams
• Coordinate with procurement agent
• Participate in prototype reviews
• Review and track FF&E submittals
BENEFITS
• Direct mentorship from Alessandro Munge and our world-class design team
• Competitive salary based on experience and industry standards
• Extra time off during the annual end-of-year studio closure
QUALIFICATIONS
• Be legally entitled to work in USA
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Interior Design, Industrial Design, Architecture or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of design work experience with demonstrated specialisation in FF&E Design
• Experience in 5-star luxury hospitality projects an asset
• Highly creative, resourceful, curious, organised, and self-confident
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – verbal, written, and design articulation
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Proven understanding of materiality
• Proven understanding of space and scale with the ability to draw and detail furniture pieces
• Product knowledge of furniture, fabrics, accessories, art, drapery, decorative lighting, and finishes
• Budget management skills
• An upbeat, positive attitude, and a regular contributor to a motivated work culture
• Accustomed to working in a fast‐paced, dynamic, deadline-oriented environment
• Well-honed time and priority management skills
SOFTWARE SKILLS
• AutoCAD
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• SketchUp
To apply, send us a cover letter highlighting why you would be the perfect candidate, an up-to-date résumé and a portfolio of work aligning with Studio Munge’s brand standards. Please note that applicants without a valid work permit or portfolio will not be considered.
We look forward to meeting you!
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Miami | Interior Designer | FFE Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Architect / Interior Designer Jobs sector. This role in Miami offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Architect / Interior Designer Jobs is a plus.
