Design Consultant Jobs in California

Design Consultant jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where firms in entertainment, technology, and real estate development drive consistent demand for both interior and environmental design specialties. Major employers with lasting California footprints include AECOM, Gensler, and HOK, all of which maintain large studio operations across the state and hire at levels from junior associate to senior principal. California is among the most active markets for design consultants nationally, with particular strength in workplace strategy, retail experience design, and sustainable architecture. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

Find Design Consultant Jobs

Overview

Open roles75
Top employerArhaus
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring52
Work type82% On-site
Top industryRetail

Showing 5 of 75+ Design Consultant jobs

Galaxy Draperies
In-Home Design Consultant & Sales Closer
We won't show you this job again
Galaxy Draperies
New 12h ago
In-Home Design Consultant & Sales Closer
Galaxy Draperies
Torrance, California
Customer Service
Customer Support
$85k - $125k/yr
11-50

Have you applied for this role?

Galaxy Draperies
In-Home Design Consultant & Sales Closer
We won't show you this job again
Galaxy Draperies
New 12h ago
In-Home Design Consultant & Sales Closer
Galaxy Draperies
Los Feliz, California
Customer Service
Customer Support
$85k - $125k/yr
11-50

Have you applied for this role?

The Shade Store
Design Consultant
We won't show you this job again
The Shade Store
New 16h ago
Design Consultant
The Shade Store
Burlingame, California
Consulting & Professional Services
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$65k - $75k/yr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

Cantoni
Design Consultant
We won't show you this job again
Cantoni
Added 1d ago
Design Consultant
Cantoni
Irvine, California
Business Development
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$70k - $200k/yr
On-Site
51-200

Have you applied for this role?

Kaiser Permanente
HR Strategy Design Consultant VI, Talent Management
We won't show you this job again
Kaiser Permanente
Added 1d ago
HR Strategy Design Consultant VI, Talent Management
Kaiser Permanente
Oakland, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$178k - $231k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

See All 75 Design Consultant Jobs in California

Find roles in California that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Design Consultant Jobs

Design Consultant Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
6 jobs
San Francisco
6 jobs
Newport Beach
4 jobs
Irvine
3 jobs
Burlingame
3 jobs
Pasadena
2 jobs
Riverside
2 jobs
San Ramon
2 jobs
Walnut Creek
2 jobs

Design Consultant Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Arhaus
Arhaus7 open roles
Express Flooring
Express Flooring7 open roles
RH
RH6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Construction & Real Estate

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in design consultant jobs across California.

  • Active NCIDQ certificate or eligibility required for independent interior design practice in California
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in interior design, architecture, or a related design field
  • Minimum three to five years of professional experience in a consulting or studio environment
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite for design documentation and presentations
  • Demonstrated portfolio showing completed commercial, hospitality, or workplace design projects
  • Strong client communication skills and experience managing projects from concept through construction

Design Consultant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a design consultant in California?

Most California design consultant roles require a degree in interior design, architecture, or a closely related field followed by documented work experience before sitting for the NCIDQ examination, which is the primary path to becoming a certified interior designer. California does not issue a state license for interior designers but many employers and clients require NCIDQ certification as a professional benchmark. Building a portfolio of completed commercial or residential projects and gaining experience in project management strengthen candidacy considerably.

Which companies hire design consultants in California?

California design consultant roles are posted by Arhaus, Express Flooring, and RH and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of corporate headquarters, entertainment studios, and major real estate developers makes it one of the most active states for ongoing design consultant hiring.

Which California cities have the most design consultant jobs?

Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Newport Beach have the most design consultant openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its entertainment, hospitality, and luxury retail sectors, San Francisco anchors demand through its dense tech corporate campus and workplace strategy market, and San Diego contributes through its growing biotech and defense-adjacent commercial real estate sector, all of which support large firm studios and boutique consultancies alike.

Are there remote design consultant jobs in California?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since design consultants regularly visit sites, meet clients, and review physical materials. About 18% of design consultant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the portion of the role that involves research, concept development, and documentation rather than on-site work. Schematic design, specification writing, and client presentation phases are the tasks most likely to be handled remotely.

How can I get hired as a design consultant in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an entry-level design associate or junior design coordinator role at a large California studio such as Gensler or AECOM, both of which run structured new-graduate programs that provide mentorship alongside live project exposure. Lateral moves from roles like project coordinator, visual merchandiser, or architectural drafter are common stepping stones. Building a strong portfolio during school, completing a California-based internship, and pursuing NCIDQ eligibility by logging required work hours immediately after graduation give candidates a measurable edge over the competition.

Where can I find and apply to design consultant jobs in California?

You can find and apply to design consultant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and other markets. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.

See All 75 Design Consultant Jobs in California

Find roles in California that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Design Consultant Jobs