Office & Marketing Assistant-Part time

ABOUT AKG DESIGN STUDIO

AKG Design Studio is a luxury interior design firm based in Northern Virginia, specializing in bath, kitchen, and whole\-home design remodeling. We serve busy professionals and accomplished leaders who demand beautiful, functional spaces — delivered with intention and ease. Our brand promise is simple: timeless designs for effortless living.

We are seeking a detail\-oriented, creative, and proactive professional to join our team on a part\-time basis. This is a hands\-on role that sits at the intersection of studio operations, client experience, and brand marketing.

THE ROLE

As our Office \& Marketing Assistant, you will keep the studio running smoothly behind the scenes while also helping us show up beautifully in front of our audience. You don't need a design background — but you do need to love words, systems, and making things happen. You'll be the connective tissue between our vendors, clients, contractors, and community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Studio Operations \& Administration

• Organize, catalog, and maintain the materials library, including fabrics, finishes, tile, and other samples
• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate project timelines
• Process purchase orders and track product lead times through to delivery and installation
• Coordinate logistics with contractors, vendors, and delivery teams
• Support day\-to\-day studio administrative needs
• Track order statuses, flag delays, and proactively communicate updates to the design team
• Build and maintain organized vendor records and contact databases
• Must

Light Bookkeeping \& Accounting

• Reconcile and log vendor invoices, client payments, and project expenses in a timely and accurate manner
• Track outstanding balances, follow up on overdue payments, and flag discrepancies to the principal designer
• Maintain organized financial records and support basic reporting using accounting software (Xero experience a plus)

Marketing \& Content

• Develop and manage content for social media platforms (Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn)
• Draft blog posts, email newsletters, and other written marketing materials that reflect the AKG voice and brand
• Assist with planning and executing studio events, open houses, and client appreciation gatherings
• Support PR and media outreach, including coordination with publications and brand partners
• Help maintain and update the studio website and digital presence

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• Other Duties As Assigned

EXPERIENCE \& QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• 2–3 years of combined experience in office administration, marketing, or a similar support role
• Proven track record managing competing priorities in a fast\-paced, client\-facing environment
• Experience in interior design, architecture, real estate, or a creative services firm is a strong plus, but not a must.R
• Requirements include lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 30\+ pounds
• Driver license and reliable transportation is a must

Marketing (All Required)

• Social media management — hands\-on experience running business accounts on Instagram, Pinterest, and/or LinkedIn
• Email marketing — experience writing and managing newsletters or client communication campaigns
• Content writing — strong written communication skills with the ability to write in a polished, on\-brand voice across blogs, captions, and marketing copy
• Event planning \& coordination — demonstrated ability to organize and execute client\-facing events, open houses, or brand activations from concept to completion

Office Administration \& Tools

• Proficient in Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Calendar) — required
• Experience with a CRM platform for contact management and client communications — required
• Basic bookkeeping skills; familiarity with Xero or similar accounting software is a strong plus
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Professional verbal and written communication skills for client, vendor, and partner interactions
• A proactive, self\-directed work style with strong attention to detail and a high standard of follow\-through
• Interest in design, luxury lifestyle, or aesthetics is a plus — but not required

COMPENSATION \& DETAILS

• Part\-time, approximately 20 hours per week (flexible scheduling available during work week only, no weekends)
• Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience
• Opportunity to grow with the studio as we expand
• Work in a beautiful, creative environment with a collaborative team
• Must work on location \- Reston, VA

To Apply

Please send your resume, a brief cover letter, and one writing sample to

Join us in a role that combines creativity with organization! As part of our team, you'll play a vital part in supporting our studio’s operations while helping us reach new audiences through engaging marketing efforts. This paid position offers valuable experience in both office administration and marketing within a lively design environment.

AKG DESIGN STUDIO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status

Pay: $20\.00 per hour

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Marketing: 3 years (Required)
• Office management: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver License (Required)

Location:

• Reston, VA 20190 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Reston, VA 20190 (Required)

Work Location: In person