Lead Floral Designer

About the role

As Lead Designer, you will direct our design team and be responsible for high-quality product creation across everyday arrangements, events, weddings, and photography for our website and social media. You will play a key leadership role in training, mentoring, and elevating the skills of our designers while maintaining our signature style and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the design team in creating exceptional floral arrangements for daily orders, events, and special projects.
• Oversee photography of designs for digital marketing and social media.
• Train, mentor, and develop junior designers.
• Ensure consistent high standards in design, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with ownership on creative direction and shop growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Professional training and significant experience as a floral designer (3+ years preferred in a full-service shop).
• Strong leadership, training, and team development skills.
• Proficiency in a wide range of design styles for everyday, events, and photography.
• CFD or AIFD accreditation is a plus, but not required.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with seasonal peaks.

What We Offer

• Well above-average pay for the Roanoke area, based on experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance (including vision & dental).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Performance bonuses.
• Moving assistance for qualified candidates.
• Opportunity to grow with a thriving business — we are currently under construction on our new, state-of-the-art location.

Our Community

Roanoke and the Blue Ridge Mountains offer stunning natural beauty, abundant outdoor activities, excellent schools and universities, and a more affordable cost of living than larger Virginia cities. Come join a stable, growing company and be part of our exciting next chapter!

Cost of Living

• 7–9% below the national average.
• Median home value ~$229,000.
• Short average commute: ~17 minutes.
• Access to top-tier outdoor recreation and excellent schools/universities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (including vision & dental).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Performance bonuses.

Schedule

Immediate hire!

Pay

Well above-average pay for the Roanoke area, based on experience.