Creative Assistant - Fulltime
Samuel & SonsWho We Are
Samuel & Sons has enjoyed more than three quarters of a century of making the impossible possible. We are a family-owned company with an immense appreciation for its employees and a close-knit family feeling that encourages each of us to do our best.
Samuel & Sons people have the drive to overcome any obstacle and the spirit to take on any challenge. We continue to maintain our competitive advantage, achieve superior customer satisfaction and improve overall company performance by creating an inclusive workplace that empowers each employee to make valuable contributions, be as unique as they are, and promote reaching their fullest potential.
We appreciate the rich diversity of the people in the communities where we work and aim to create and maintain a professional environment where differences are respected, varied skills and abilities of diverse individuals are valued, and all may contribute to the success of the organization.
Core Values
- CUSTOMERCENTRIC: The customer is at the heart of everything we do.
- HUMAN: See people as people deserving of our trust, respect, and integrity.
- UNITED: A community that supports each other through individual perspectives and collaboration.
- PASSIONATE: Driven and committed to being better every day.
- PUSH BOUNDARIES: Move beyond what is by challenging assumptions and embracing change.
About the Role
The Creative Assistant role is a full-time position that supports the daily operations of the Creative Department. We are seeking an extremely organized, detail-oriented, entrepreneurial Creative Assistant who will support the broader Creative team.
The right candidate thrives in both administrative and creative environments, can multi-task, handle pressure and maintain a positive, success-driven attitude. This role blends high-level administrative support with hands-on creative execution. The ideal candidate has a strong artistic sensibility and enjoys both structure and creativity — someone who can keep the studio organized while actively contributing to visual display initiatives.
What You Will Do
- Manage day-to-day administrative operations of the Creative Department, including scheduling, travel and organization
- Maintain a clean and organized studio
- Field, process, and track yardage requests or transfer orders for photoshoots and visual displays
- Source and coordinate the procurement of props, materials, and fabrications required for photoshoots, trade shows, and events
- Provide on-site support with photoshoots
- Work closely with the Sr. Display & Merchandise Manager on project schemes for lookbooks, showroom displays, trade shows, and events, by assisting with fabric selection and material sourcing
- Assist in creating and installing window displays in showrooms, trade shows, and events
- Maintain an organized and detailed library of props within the creative studio
Requirements
Education & Experience
- Degree in Design, Fine Arts, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in an Administrative Assistant, Creative Assistant or similar role
- Experience in interiors, design, fashion, or creative industries (preferred)
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
- Familiarity with design programs (Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, or similar 3D/rendering tools) a plus
- Ability to learn internal systems such as Microsoft Dynamics Navision
- Ability to work with multiple mediums—painting, sewing, building, etc.
Soft Skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Clear and professional communication
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
- Collaborative approach when working across teams
Core Competencies
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Accountability
- Execution & Productivity
- Adaptability
- Client Focus
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Occasional standing for extended periods during photoshoots, showroom installs, and events
- Ability to work hands-on with materials and props during creative installations
What We Offer
- Competitive rate: $24 to $26 hourly
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA option
- 401(k) plan with a 4% company match
- 15 PTO days, floating holiday option, and paid holidays
- Collaborative and professional work environment
Equal Opportunity
Samuel & Sons is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, education, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics and celebrate the diversity of its growing team.
We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.
Recruitment agencies and consultants may not submit resumes/CVs directly to managers through this website. Samuel & Sons does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Samuel & Sons.
Samuel & Sons, in good faith, believes that the posted range of compensation is the accurate range for this role at this location at the time of this posting. Samuel & Sons may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.
About Samuel & Sons
Samuel & Sons is a family-owned company specializing in passementerie — fine decorative trimmings such as tassels, borders, braids, gimp and fringes — for the interior design industry. It serves interior designers and architects for both residential and hospitality/contract interiors, offering an in-stock collection of thousands of trims as well as custom trim design, and operates showrooms in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas, London and Paris.
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