Interior Designer/Inside Sales

$65,000 - $85,000/Yr

Ampa Events

Full-time - Mid Level

Rental and Leasing Services

About the position

The Interior Designer/Inside Sales position at Ampa Events involves designing and planning events in various prestigious venues. The role requires a blend of creativity and sales skills, focusing on understanding client needs and delivering tailored event solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in interior design and experience in the event industry, with opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Listen to client's needs and generate creative solutions designing rooms, themes, lounge environments, and floor plans.
• Work directly with clients to determine and finalize event orders including custom branded stage sets, decorative lighting, and other client needs.
• Provide total solutions for clients that include planning services, design services, equipment services, and technical services.
• Pursue networking opportunities and maintain professional contacts in the event industry.
• Establish Ampa as a vendor at major venues throughout the metro DC and Mid Atlantic region.
• Serve the event needs of other event professionals and venues.
• Draft proposals and contracts using a sales database system.
• Manage projects to fruition including installation of client events and supervision of operation crew.
• Interact with operations and administrative staff to ensure quality service to clients.
• Create reports and follow up with clients post-event.
• Participate in the company's social media program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design with rendering skills.
• 5+ years of experience in the event industry.
• Demonstrated successful sales experience of 5+ years.
• Strong eye for design and creativity.
• Outgoing and friendly personality.
• Active participation in event industry associations.
• Strong art sense and well-developed sense of creative conceptualization.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator; hand sketch abilities are a plus.
• Positive attitude and flexibility to meet client needs.
• Proven communication and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge of Mac OS.
• Social media management skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in theater, art, or interior decorating.
• Ability to lift, move, and work with 50 - 75 pounds using material handling equipment.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching