Interior Designer - The Rise Collective : Job Details

Job Title: Interior Designer

Job Location: Tampa / St. Petersburg, FL candidates strongly preferred. Remote opportunities are available for highly qualified individuals.

Annual Compensation: $65,000

About The Rise Collective:

Rise Collective is a vertically integrated property group operating at the intersection of real estate, design, hospitality, and wealth strategy. We build, manage, and scale short-term rental (STR) assets that perform with intention, consistency, and strong returns.

We are proud to be the fastest-growing private real estate brand in the U.S., delivering a comprehensive suite of services including investing, tax strategy, lending, and real estate brokerage.

Our Collective of Brands Includes:

• Home Team Luxury Rentals – Full-service STR property management
• BNB Turnkey – Done-for-you launch and market-entry strategy
• Home Team Luxury Realty – Licensed brokerage focused on STR investment properties
• BNB Construction – Renovation and build solutions tailored for hospitality
• BNB Lending – Financing solutions for STR and investment real estate
• BNB Insurance – Risk and asset protection designed for short-term rentals
• STR Realtor Search – A national agent network for STR-focused buyers
• Legacy Wealth – Wealth building and tax strategy for real estate investors
• The STR Report – Industry data and insights powering smarter decisions

About the job

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Interior Designer with a minimum of 2 years of experience, and a passion for transforming spaces into functional, beautiful environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of design principles, color theory, and the ability to bring innovative ideas to life. The interior designer will be part of the design team and will collaborate with project managers, contractors, and the procurement team. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct Target Market Research based on the location of the property.
• Create Mood Boards that reflect the Target Market Research.
• Develop a full house design that reflects the client's mood board and vision while adhering to budget constraints.
• Utilize software such as Chief Architect and Canva to create detailed mood boards, design plans and presentations.
• Select appropriate materials, furnishings, colors, and finishes that align with the overall design concept.
• Conduct design revisions and updates to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Assist with design projects to ensure deadlines are met.
• Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring each client receives a personalized and seamless experience throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with the project management team and construction partners to consistently exceed client expectations and deliver outstanding results.
• Stay current on best practices and develop new strategies to improve design creativity and effectiveness.
• Assist in staging local homes as needed for listing photos, ensuring properties are visually appealing and market-ready.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience and background

• A bachelor's degree in Interior Design or a related field is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in interior design.
• Experience working in Chief Architect, Canva, Google Slides or similar software.
• Strong understanding of design styles, color theory and its application in interior spaces.
• Experience in budgeting for projects and managing costs effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on client interaction and sales capabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated.
• A portfolio showcasing previous work in interior design is required for consideration.
• Relevant work experience and education may be accepted in lieu of specific experience and background.

Skills and Traits

• You are a quick learner, pick up new software quickly, and can constantly adapt to changes in platforms and technologies.
• Possess a strong understanding of Airbnb design principles and trends to optimize properties for short-term rentals and enhance guest experiences.
• Current with the latest design trends and industry developments to ensure innovative and on-trend solutions for clients.
• Effective time management, organization, and prioritization skills with the ability to focus on varied projects simultaneously.
• Resourceful and able to work independently with initiative and good judgment.
• Able to identify problems, research alternatives, provide solutions, and/or resolve issues promptly.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights.
• You are a self-starter who can independently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• You take accountability for the things you say you'll do, under-promise and over-deliver.
• Possess a team-first mentality with an upbeat and optimistic attitude.

Physical requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours and/or extended hours as needed to accommodate client and project needs as well as team members and projects in multiple time zones.
• Ability to stand, flex, crouch, and lift up to 25lbs on occasion.

What We Offer:

• Employee benefits - Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
• Child/Spouse benefits - Voluntary Child Voluntary AD&D, Child Voluntary Life, Spouse Voluntary AD&D, Spouse Voluntary Life also offered
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Flexible paid leave for vacation, personal days, and sick time to support work-life balance