Studio Manager- Design Coordinator Full Time NEW

Company Description Kimberly Behling Inc, also known as Upstage LA, is a Los Angeles–based interior design and premier home staging company founded in 2001. The studio partners with real estate agents, developers, and homeowners to elevate properties through curated interiors and strategic staging. With a track record of supporting over $1 billion in real estate sales, the company is recognized for designs that photograph beautifully and show effectively. Team members work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where creativity, organization, and client service are highly valued. The studio continues to grow and refine its services to meet the evolving expectations of the Southern California real estate market.

Role Description The Studio Manager–Design Coordinator is a full-time, hybrid role based in Toluca Lake, CA, with a mix of in-studio work, site visits , and some work-from-home flexibility. This role oversees day-to-day projects, maintaining documentation as needed on each project. The Studio Manager–Design Coordinator will collaborate closely with designer to plan staging layouts, source furnishings and décor, pull and prepare inventory, and support visual presentations for clients. Responsibilities include organizing the warehouse and sample library, tracking inventory and vendor orders, and ensuring that installations and de-stages run smoothly and on schedule. The role also involves communicating with clients, agents, and vendors, preparing estimates and invoices with leadership guidance, and helping maintain a professional, efficient, and design-forward studio environment.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating design or staging projects, including scheduling, timeline management, and supporting designers through multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong organizational and studio management abilities, such as inventory tracking, maintaining a clean and efficient workspace, and managing samples, props, and furnishings.
• Proficiency with basic office and project tools (e.g., email, spreadsheets, shared calendars, project trackers); familiarity with design or staging software is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with team members, clients, vendors, and contractors in a clear and professional manner.
• Demonstrated eye for design, styling, and detail, with an interest in interior design, real estate, and home staging best practices.
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing project demands in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Comfort with the physical aspects of staging, including light lifting, moving décor and furnishings, and being on-site for installations and de-stages.
• Previous experience in interior design, home staging, real estate, or a related creative field is preferred; an associate or bachelor’s degree in design, art, or a similar discipline is beneficial but not required.

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