Los Angeles, USA
Interior design director/studio lead
at March and White Design
March and White Design is hiring an interior design director/studio lead to join its team in Los Angeles, USA.
Founded in 2010 by Elliot March and James White, MAWD is an international award-winning design firm working at the intersection of luxury, innovation, and lifestyle. Our portfolio includes high-end residential developments, hospitality projects, branded residences, and private homes for top global clients, including Mandarin Oriental, Ritz-Carlton, and Waldorf Astoria.
March and White Design is seeking an exceptional design director to shape the future of our Los Angeles studio, a leader who blends creative excellence with strong operational and people leadership.
Education and experience:
- degree in interior design, architecture, or related field
- 12 plus years’ post-graduate experience managing and delivering projects of exceptional quality
- proven leadership managing teams and multiple projects
- excellent client communication and presentation skills
- proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Design Spec
- strong mentoring and team-building skills
Role overview;
- guide design direction, oversee multiple projects through all phases
- lead a team of interior designers and architects
- collaborate with co-founder and financial director, head of new business and marketing, and studio leads in London and New York
- travel across the US for client engagement
Key responsibilities
Creative leadership:
- define and uphold creative direction and quality standards
- lead concept creation and design refinement
- integrate director and client feedback
- stay informed on trends, materials and technologies
Project and business management:
- oversee projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables
- manage team resources and utilization
- uphold quality control
- partner on proposals, presentations, and client pitches
Leadership and culture:
- mentor and develop the team
- lead weekly resource and management meetings
- promote MAWD’s values and culture
Required skills:
- expertise in interior design, FF&E design, and project delivery
- strong design communication and presentation skills
- proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop, InDesign, Studio Spec/Studio Designer
- excellent written and verbal communication
- leadership and mentoring skills
Remuneration will be based on experience.
If you are interested in this role please send your resume, portfolio and earliest start date to [email protected].