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Studio Coordinator

Part-Time | In Person | Alexandria, Virginia | Approx. 21+ Hours per Week

About the Position:

Asha Maía Design is seeking a part-time, self-starting Studio Coordinator to support our growing interior design studio and active client projects.

This is a hands-on role that combines studio organization, administrative and project support, procurement and logistics, social media support, and assistance at client homes, project sites, installations, and photoshoots.

The ideal candidate is smart, dependable, proactive, and exceptionally organized. They have strong attention to detail, good common sense, and the ability to take direction and follow a task through to completion. They are comfortable shifting between computer-based work and hands-on tasks and are willing to jump in wherever needed to support the team.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in doing things well, enjoys being part of a small team, and is interested in learning, contributing, and growing with Asha Maía Design.

Job Functions

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Maintain an organized design studio, including the sample library, project materials, supplies, styling inventory, and storage areas
Maintain and track styling accessories using the studio's inventory system and assist with pulling and returning inventory for installations and photoshoots
Assist with preparing, assembling, and organizing client project documents, materials, samples, and presentations
Create and maintain organized client/project files and assist with project-related administrative tasks
Prepare materials and supplies for client meetings, site visits, installations, and photoshoots
Attend site visits and assist with photographs, notes, measurements, samples, documentation, and other project needs
Provide hands-on support during project installations and photoshoots, including preparation, organization, styling support, and on-site assistance
Assist with vendor follow-up, order tracking, returns, exchanges, and related documentation
Run studio and project errands, including pickups and drop-offs of samples, materials, returns, styling items, and other project needs
Support the studio's social media efforts, including Instagram engagement and capturing photo and video content during site visits, installations, photoshoots, and other behind-the-scenes moments
Assist with organizing social media content, drafting captions, and developing and executing content ideas in collaboration with the Principal Designer
Provide administrative support to the Principal Designer, Project Coordinator, and broader team
Assist with other day-to-day needs that help the studio and client projects run smoothly

Who We're Looking For:

Exceptionally organized, accurate, and detail-oriented
Dependable and responsible with strong follow-through
Proactive, resourceful, and able to use good judgment and common sense
Passionate about their work and brings a collaborative spirit to the team
Able to take direction and work independently once a task has been assigned
Comfortable managing multiple tasks and changing priorities
Professional, personable, and comfortable interacting with clients, vendors, contractors, and trade partners
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Tech-savvy and able to learn new software and systems quickly
Comfortable capturing quality photo and video content using a smartphone and familiar with Instagram and social media
Previous experience in an administrative, operations, project-support, hospitality, retail, design, marketing, or other detail-oriented environment preferred
Interior design, architecture, construction, home furnishings, or social media experience is a plus, but not required
Must have a car, valid driver's license, and reliable transportation for local travel
Must be comfortable working in clients' homes and at active project sites
Must be able to perform light physical work, including lifting and carrying samples, boxes, and styling accessories
Must be dog-friendly

Schedule & Compensation

This is a part-time, in-person position with approximately 21 regularly scheduled paid hours per week, typically across three weekdays, with additional paid hours as project needs require.

Specific workdays are scheduled around the studio's project calendar and may shift to accommodate client site visits, installations, photoshoots, and other project needs. Flexibility to support key project days is an important part of this role.

The position is based in our Alexandria studio and includes local travel to client homes, project sites, vendors, and other locations throughout the DC metropolitan area.

Compensation: $21–$23 per hour, commensurate with experience.

The role is part-time with the potential to grow as the studio and position evolve.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief video cover letter through this job posting below.

In your video, tell us a little about yourself, why you're interested in joining Asha Maía Design, and why you think you'd be a great fit for the Studio Coordinator role.

Your video does not need to be highly produced. A simple video recorded on your phone is perfectly fine. Please email us a link to your video rather than attaching the video file directly.

PLEASE NOTE: A VIDEO COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT ONE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

MISSION, VISION, VALUES...

Our Company Culture

Mission

Our mission here at Asha Maía Design is to create beautiful interiors that elevate and inspire while reflecting our clients' personality and lifestyle. We believe our quality of life is directly impacted by the quality of our surroundings. As a result, we are dedicated to designing spaces that are filled with beauty and purpose through passion-driven design and processes centering on the overall client experience.

In each of our projects, we strive to create classically modern living spaces that feel fresh, sophisticated, and timeless.

Vision

To continue to be a passion-driven, top interior design firm that creates beautiful, functional, and unique spaces while providing a premier experience for our clients.

Core Values

Premier Client Experience

We strive in all aspects to provide our clients with a top-notch experience from start to finish. This means exceptional customer service, a positive attitude, open and honest communication, and clear processes. (Internal & external customers)

Passion

Asha Maia Design employs passion-driven individuals that exude drive & dedication in all aspects of their job, including client-facing and internal-facing work.

Excellence

We strive in all aspects of business for excellence. This includes going above and beyond, expressing diligence in our work, taking initiative, and being proactive at minimum, this does not mean perfection.

Creativity

Creativity is the center of what we do at Asha Maía Design. Not only in the design aspect of the business but in all things. This means our creativity informs innovation and efficiency in all job functions and business practices. We also understand the importance of creativity and work to nurture it.

Attention to Detail

Asha Maia Design is a business that places high value on the visual aspect and fine detail of all things. As such, Asha Maia Design employs detail-oriented individuals who also place a high value on thoroughness, accuracy, carefulness, organization, and the details.

Positivity

Asha Maia Design employs individuals that express positivity in everything they do. This includes in their internal and external interactions, their work performance, and overall outlook.

Dependability

Asha Maia Design employs individuals that are dependable, reliable, trustworthy, and have integrity. This is in relation to all aspects of their job, as well as their interaction with clients and colleagues. It also means showing up to business obligations on time, prepared, and with enthusiasm.

Teamwork

At Asha Maia Design, we work together in a way that takes advantage of each team member's unique strengths to achieve maximum results. Utilizing positivity, encouragement, respect, and accountability, we elevate or business through collaboration and overall synergy.