How to Become an Interior Designer There are many jobs that an interior designer does that many people would not consider besides design, such as project management, managing the finances, and working with the customers and people around them. Not to mention they have to design areas that work for the customer style wise and that are also up to code and functional. Most states are going to require that you have at least a degree in interior design before you can become an interior designer. Even those that don't are on their way to eventually requiring them. What Skills Do I Need To Become An Interior Designer? The first thing that you need is artistic ability and style. This is where you are basically going to put your design into sketch format and it is also where CAD (Computer Aided Design) training may also come in handy. You will be coming up with everything from the furniture to the colors, and it all has to fit the functional and budget needs of the client. As an interior designer, communication is also a key aspect of the job. There will be times where you will need to communicate with the customer, the vendors and contractors, plumbers, electricians, and many others to get the job done and on time. Organizational skills is going to be another big one, as most interior designers also double as project managers. This is because they are the only ones that really have the vision of