Staging and Design Assistant

Grey Stone Designs LLC is hiring a Staging and Design Assistant in Riverside, CT. This full-time role offers 40 hours per week and pays $25.23 to $30.38 per hour, with paid time off and parental leave.

The Staging and Design Assistant will collaborate with the Creative Director and Owner to execute the company's day-to-day staging operations. The position spans the complete staging lifecycle, from the initial walkthrough of properties to identify opportunities and furnishing needs, through furniture placement and accessorizing, to final installations and walkthroughs. The assistant will also contribute to sourcing furniture and decorative items, developing design concepts and mood boards, and preparing visual presentations for clients.

Primary responsibilities include the following:

• Scout properties to spot staging potential and assess furniture and design requirements.
• Prepare, furnish, and style homes by handling furniture placement, accessories, artwork, and final details.
• Take part in staging installations, property refreshes, and completion reviews.
• Manage and organize the staging inventory of furniture, accessories, and related materials.
• Hunt for and source furnishings, lighting, rugs, art, and decorative pieces.
• Build mood boards and visual presentations that showcase design concepts.
• Coordinate staging plans, project timelines, and installation logistics.
• Contribute to social media by capturing project photos, behind-the-scenes content, and supporting creative posts.

Candidates should bring one to three years of background in home staging, interior design, interior styling, visual merchandising, or comparable experience. Key qualifications include a refined sense of design with understanding of color, scale, and proportion; experience sourcing furnishings and accessories; strong project management and organizational abilities; proficiency in Canva, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office; and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is valued. A valid driver's license and dependable transportation are required, as work takes place both at an office and at residential properties during staging installations.

This position is based in Riverside, CT and requires in-person attendance at an office and at various properties throughout the assignment area.