Creative Associate

Overview
two – We aim to redefine the contract furniture experience by providing smart and authentic solutions that bring our clients' spaces and brands to life.  We're passionate about great design and flawless execution. We love bringing products, vision, and people together to bring brands and cultures to life. From our ancillary specialists and technical designers to our strategists, project managers, and leadership team, everything we undertake has one common goal: to make work better.

Compensation range: $25.88 - $29.32/HR

OWP Benefits:

15 days of PTO

9 Paid holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Profit Sharing

401k + Employer Match

Wellness App with reimbursement of up to $500/year

Position Summary
Location :   San Francisco, CA (hybrid in-office)

Day Shift : Monday - Friday

The Creative Associate provides design and support to the team of Creative Specialists.  The Creative Associate will assist in all aspects of the curation of ancillary furniture and production of client presentation materials, while supporting the  two  brand. The Creative Associate works within a team led by the Creative Studio Manager.

Responsibilities:

Work with the Creative Specialists to produce exceptional client presentations including lookbooks, budgets, validation packages, among other visual client-facing mediums

Curate ancillary options from a thorough understanding of a wide range of vendors

Assist in design conceptualization by supporting creative team and/or Creative Specialist in generating creative concepts for product options and layouts.

Capture product information needed for specification, pricing, programming, and schedules

Ability to read and understand floorplans, dimension space plans and plot furniture plans

Participate in industry events to keep product/services knowledge current

Assist in event planning of Marketing initiatives in support of the two brand that is distinctive and memorable to the marketplace.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s (BA) Degree

1-3 years’ design experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge of Steelcase products and Systems furniture

Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel is preferred

Proficiency in CAD is preferred.

Experience in Photoshop & InDesign is a bonus

Meticulously detailed oriented

Eye for graphic and spatial composition

Ability to take direction well and willingness to act as member of the project team

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Must have understanding and passion for interior design, space planning, workplace trends and ability to represent the  two brand

Up-to-date knowledge of a range of furniture products appropriate for a variety of functions, spaces, aesthetics and budgets.

An understanding of typical manufacturers and furniture partners, price points, lead times, and product types available - and willingness to perpetually expand knowledge

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Product knowledge; excellent customer service skills; professional oral and written communication skills; strong organizational and time management skills; basic math skills; attention to detail; self-motivation; resourcefulness; ability to function in team environment; positive and professional attitude.

Critical contributor to a team effort

Must communicate effectively, be organized and take initiative while having a positive attitude. All responsibilities to be performed with varying amounts of supervision and a high level of self-motivation.

Physical Requirements

Seeing, color perception, hearing/listening, clear speech, hand and finger dexterity, ability to move distances within and between warehouses/offices, driving. Complex reading and writing, basic math skills, judgment/decision making, analysis/comprehension

Work Environment

Regularly works with others and has both face-to-face and verbal contact, usually works inside.  Occasionally works alone and does work outside.  May also work around moving objects.  Generally, works in an office environment with moderate noise. May require working off hours and/or weekends.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your resume today. We look forward to connecting with you!