Designer

About Watg WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, home to more than 500 professionals globally, located remotely and in our offices in Atlantic City, California, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai. Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to finishing touches, we operate globally as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice. Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors, we specialize in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed-use, and high-end residential design. We were founded in Honolulu in 1945, and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability – which we still prioritize today. We passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities. WATG is hiring a Designer for our office in New York. ROLE The Designer provides the project team with essential design and/or technical support and shadows intermediate and senior staff when developing project designs and completing various phases of the project. The Designer assists in preparing and updating drawings, presentations, and graphics; producing CAD design and sketching, furniture, fixture and equipment (FF&E) specifications and sourcing; furnishing, fabrication of color and material boards; model making; and provides administration support to the Studio. The Designer receives detailed instructions on the tasks required and the expected results. Responsibilities Modifies and prepares production drawings during design development phaseAssists with sourcing and product researchUpdates design documents and drawings, rendered plans and section elevationsDevelop solutions to technical and design problems following established standardsIncorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into the projectsAssists with concept presentations and prepares graphics and design drawingsBuilds models for client and project team reviewParticipates in team meetings to align the project deliverables to the design intentSupports client presentationsCompiles data and performs fundamental design computationsMay maintain and organize the design libraryCoordinates with outside vendorsFosters a commitment to external and internal client serviceFosters a green workplace through sustainable work practices Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related fieldDeveloping professional with experience designing small-to-mid-size projectsTechnical expertise in Adobe Suite, DesignSmart, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and other design toolsRevit experience highly preferredSketching skills requiredAbility to work in a team environment, managing multiple priorities simultaneouslyAbility to meet deadlines effectivelyEffective written and verbal communication and presentation skillsPlease include a copy of your resume and portfolio to be considered for this position. JOB INFORMATION The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $75,000; however, the base compensation presented to a candidate may vary based on skills and overall experience. WATG is an Equal Opportunity Employer