Director of Interior Design Jobs

Explore Director of Interior Design opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior roles combine creative vision with business leadership, guiding teams and shaping interior environments for commercial, hospitality, residential, and workplace settings.

What Does a Director of Interior Design Do?

A Director of Interior Design sets design direction and oversees projects from early concepts through completion. Responsibilities may include developing design standards, presenting ideas to clients and executives, managing budgets and schedules, coordinating with architects and contractors, and ensuring that spaces meet functional, brand, accessibility, and regulatory requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek extensive interior design experience, a strong portfolio, and demonstrated leadership of teams or complex projects. Valuable skills include design strategy, space planning, materials and finishes selection, project management, client communication, budgeting, and familiarity with industry tools and building codes. Requirements vary by employer and project type; some positions may prefer professional credentials or a relevant degree.

Where Director of Interior Design Jobs Are Found

These leaders work across architecture and design firms, real estate and property companies, hospitality brands, retailers, corporate workplace teams, and other organizations that create or manage interior spaces. Opportunities may focus on a particular sector, region, or project portfolio.

Find Senior Interior Design Opportunities on Ladders

Search Director of Interior Design jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by location, industry, and scope of responsibility, and identify positions that align with your design expertise and leadership goals. Compensation and requirements depend on the employer, role, and location.

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$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading innovative interior design projects, collaborating with clients and teams to achieve project goals while ensuring compliance and quality across all phases of design and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic initiatives and business development in a dynamic consulting environment, leading diverse teams to deliver impactful solutions for clients in infrastructure and community vibrancy, whi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$76K - $84K *

Join a team that creates compelling visual materials to enhance business development and communications. Collaborate with various teams to produce proposals, presentations, and digital content in a dy...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$76K - $84K *

Elevate your design career by creating impactful visual materials that enhance business development and communications. Collaborate with diverse teams to produce proposals, presentations, and digital...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $163K *

Shape innovative design solutions by leading project teams, mentoring talent, and fostering client relationships. Leverage your extensive experience in interior design to deliver exceptional projects...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by managing complex projects for historic buildings, guiding institutional clients through decision-making, and leading high-level design teams to innovative solutions in a collabo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$73K - $100K *

Innovate vibrant co-working environments as an Interior Designer, collaborating with a global team to create exceptional spaces. Drive projects from concept to execution while maintaining brand standa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aviation and food & beverage design. Lead complex projects, mentor talent, and drive innovative solutions while ensuring client satisfaction and project succes...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$101K - $168K *

Shape the future of interior design by leading multifamily projects, mentoring teams, and driving design excellence across multiple regions. Foster a collaborative culture while managing project pipel...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$101K - $202K *

Empower design excellence by leading a high-performing team in shaping innovative interior solutions for multifamily projects. Drive strategic vision, mentor talent, and ensure quality across all phas...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Transform urban spaces by leading design and construction projects across City properties. Oversee project teams, manage budgets, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure successful execution of age...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Support and drive project success by managing planning, execution, and quality control while fostering team collaboration and client relationships throughout the project lifecycle...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$122K - $146K *

Unlock potential by leading the evolution of the motion pipeline while mentoring designers. This role blends technical direction with hands-on production, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $100K *

Transform marketing strategies by collaborating with leadership to create impactful campaigns, manage proposals, and enhance brand visibility through innovative materials and outreach efforts across v...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

Advance your career by leading marketing initiatives, developing strategies, and coordinating proposals in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance brand presence and drive growth thro...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing comprehensive marketing strategies, collaborating with teams to enhance brand visibility and drive engagement through innovative proposals, presentations, a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate design excellence by leading large-scale projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes through strategic leadership, effective communication, and a focus on client vision. Drive team performance an...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Transform client relationships by driving strategic growth initiatives, fostering connections, and identifying new opportunities in the experiential design industry. Collaborate with leadership to ali...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at our studio by building strategic client relationships, identifying new project opportunities, and collaborating with leadership to drive growth and enhance market presence throu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional architectural projects. Oversee project financial performance, manage teams, and ensure effective communication from inception to completion whil...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading multiple projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective management of budgets, schedules, and communications. Drive project success with s...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $190K *

Empower a multidisciplinary design practice by leading innovative interior and surface textile design initiatives. Drive creative vision, client engagement, and team development across aviation and co...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Champion innovative design solutions by leading a multidisciplinary team in interior and surface textile design, driving strategic direction, client engagement, and operational excellence across aviat...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $120K *

Elevate project delivery by leading architectural design, documentation, and collaboration across diverse sectors. You will engage with teams from concept through construction, ensuring compliance and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Elevate interior design projects by leading the development of comprehensive Design Development and Construction Document packages, ensuring high-quality execution for hospitality and commercial envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Interior Design do?question toggle

    A Director of Interior Design leads design strategy and teams, oversees project development and execution, and coordinates with clients and stakeholders to deliver functional, visually cohesive spaces.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director of Interior Design jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for substantial interior design experience, a strong portfolio, project and team leadership skills, and expertise in areas such as space planning, materials, budgets, and client communication. Specific education or credential requirements vary.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Interior Design?question toggle

    Employers may include design and architecture firms, hospitality companies, retailers, real estate organizations, and businesses with corporate workplace or facilities teams.

  • How much do Director of Interior Design jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Director of Interior Design jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted Director of Interior Design opportunities paying $100,000 or more, and use available filters to narrow results by location and other preferences.