So, You Want to Be an Interior Designer?
Interior tips & May Jobettes
This months’s Jobettes features Audrey Scheck— Kindred client turned dear friend and dream jobette in every way. She’s an interior designer with serious taste and a sharp business brain behind the scenes. Plus, she drinks Dr. Pepper for breakfast (not exaggerating.)
If you’re trying to up your design game (aren’t we all?), this one’s for you. Audrey’s sharing what really goes into her work—from the five-phase process she guides clients through to the overlooked styling rules that instantly elevate a space.
THE SCOOP:
✨ Name: Audrey
✨ Dream Jobette: Interior Designer in Austin, Texas.
✨ Most people don’t realize: Her workdays are more spreadsheets than swatches—but just as creative.
✨ Easy upgrade tip: Clear every surface and start fresh—restyling can totally transform how a space feels.
✨ Design secret: Scale, proportion, and patience (projects often take years!).
✨ Current obsession: Unlacquered brass, bold patterns, and a little Western flair
Karissa: What’s part of being a designer that people don’t think about?
Audrey: The business side of design is often overlooked, which I totally understand. The beauty of a finished space can easily overshadow the hundreds of decisions and logistics happening behind the scenes. We guide most clients through five phases—discovery, design, procurement, construction, and installation—and some projects span several years! If you're a CEO running your own firm, you’re also managing a team, budgets, and internal systems on top of it all. While it might look like endless creativity on the outside, my days are usually filled with employee check-ins, financial planning, and process fine-tuning. I love every bit of it, thankfully!
Karissa: Key design details most people overlook?
Audrey: Scale and proportion! Especially if you're someone who moves often. Here are a few quick rules I always keep in mind:
Use the largest rug possible to make your space feel expansive
Keep at least 18" between furniture and the wall
Maintain about 36" of walking space between major furniture pieces
How can someone make their home 1% better right now?
Clear off all your surfaces—console tables, side tables, counters—and gather your decorative objects in one spot. Then, re-style everything from scratch. Avoid placing items back where they were before. A simple styling reset with things you already own can completely change how a room feels. And how you feel in a space is what people remember most.
Your current favorite design trends?
Polished hardware — un-lacquered brass or polished nickel with a shiny, reflective finish (bonus if it patinas over time).
Pattern drenching — mixing florals, gingham, and stripes in the same room. I'm so here for the shift away from minimalism!
Western touches — cowboy hats as decor, classic Americana art, utilitarian elements, and leather accents. The cowboy spirit is alive and well.
How to Connect with Audrey:
Instagram | Expect daily posts with lots of home inspo!
✨ Social Media + Content Coordinator – Pasta Girlfriend
Role: Manage social media and content creation for a creative food and art brand
Hours: Freelance/Part-time (~20 hours/month)
Location: Remote (U.S.-based; bonus if in LA)
📧 Apply via the link in bio: @pastagirlfriend
✨ Social Media & Marketing Intern – Emily Hertz / Born on Fifth
Role: Assist with social content, events, and creative projects
Hours: Internship (flexible hours)
Location: Atlanta, GA
📧 Apply by emailing your resume and a short note to: emily@bornonfifth.com
✨ Content & Marketing Coordinator – Alice Walk
Role: Content creation, digital marketing, and brand storytelling
Hours: Part-time
Location: Remote
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✨ Marketing & Social Media Roles – The Essential Market
Role: Creative support across marketing, design, and content
Hours: Part-time and freelance
Location: Remote
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✨ Marketing Assistant – Freckled Hen Farmhouse
Role: Support marketing and content creation for a home & lifestyle shop
Hours: Full-time
Location: Fayetteville, AR
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✨ Marketing & Content Intern – Lulu Creative
Role: Assist with brand strategy, content creation & creative marketing
Hours: Internship
Location: Charleston, SC (hybrid or remote flexibility possible)
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✨ College Intern – The Scout Guide Newport Beach
Role: Marketing, public relations, and business support for a local lifestyle publication
Hours: Internship (Summer 2025)
Location: Newport Beach, CA
📧 Apply by sending a resume + short note to: newportbeach@thescoutguide.com
✨ Sales Associate – Alice Walk
Role: Retail sales and customer service in a seasonal storefront
Hours: Part-time, seasonal
Location: Nantucket, MA
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✨ Retail Associate – e.Allen Boutique
Role: Boutique sales and customer experience
Hours: Full-time
Location: Franklin, TN
📧 Apply by emailing your resume to:
megan@eallenboutique.com & tabitha@eallenboutique.com
✨ Interior Design Assistant – Anne McDonald Design
Role: Design support, sourcing, and project coordination
Hours: Full-time
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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✨ Interior Designer – Paloma Contreras Design
Role: Support high-end residential design projects
Hours: Full-time
Location: Houston, TX
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✨ Lead Interior Designer – Butter Lutz Interiors
Role: Lead design projects, manage clients, and shape creative direction
Hours: Full-time
Location: Austin, TX
📧 Apply by emailing info@butterlutz.com
Requirements: 3–5 years experience, Bachelor’s in Interior Design, proficiency in design software
More info →
✨ Interior Designer – Kelsey Leigh Design Co.
Role: Support design projects, manage client relationships, and bring creativity to high-end residential interiors
Hours: Full-time
Location: Edmond, OK
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✨ Senior Designer – Light & Dwell
Role: Manage high-level client projects, mentor junior designers, and maintain creative excellence
Hours: Full-time
Location: Corvallis, OR
Job description PDF →
✨ Summer Design Intern – Cooper House
Role: Assist with production work, brand support, and design collaboration for client projects
Hours: Part-time, hourly (in-office 3 days/week)
Location: Oklahoma City, OK (hybrid)
Timing: June–August | Paid internship
📧 Apply by May 26 by sending your portfolio and a short intro to: inquiries@cooper-house.com
Proficiency in Figma/Illustrator and strong design sensibility required
✨ Marketing Manager – Noonday Collection
Role: Lead e-commerce growth, email strategy, and digital marketing campaigns for a globally minded lifestyle brand
Hours: Full-time
Location: Austin, TX (hybrid)
Apply here →
Happy Job hunting to you and yours! And don’t forget to follow Audrey for endless interior design inspo.
With Love,