Makerspace Assistant Director

Employment Type: Part-Time (20–30 hours per week)

Compensation: $22.00 – $27.00 / hour (commensurate with experience)

Reports To: Executive Director / Founder

Social Medium is a dynamic community makerspace bringing together creatives, tinkerers, students, and entrepreneurs. We provide access to cutting-edge digital fabrication tools, traditional craft equipment, and collaborative work areas. Our mission is to foster community, creative confidence, and lifelong learning through hands-on making.

We are looking for a versatile, organized, and community-driven Assistant Manager to help guide daily operations, run core programs, and support our growing maker community. In this role, you will wear many hats—balancing front-of-house administrative tasks with hands-on workshop facilitation, youth mentorship, and volunteer leadership.

The ideal candidate enjoys community engagement, has an aptitude for creative problem-solving, and is comfortable working with both beginners and experienced makers.

• Oversee day-to-day front desk operations, member check-ins, and tour facilitation.
• Monitor office and shop supplies, placing orders and replenishing consumables as needed.
• Manage general member inquiries via email, phone, and walk-ins in a welcoming, timely manner.
• Assist in maintaining shop cleanliness, safety standards, and tool checkout procedures.
• Recruit, onboard, and train makerspace volunteers, lab monitors, and workshop assistants.
• Coordinate monthly volunteer schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak open shop hours.
• Recognize, engage, and support volunteers to foster a loyal, active community culture.

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate public events, maker showcases, and seasonal community workshops.
• Manage event logistics including space layout, material procurement, registration, and day-of setup/breakdown.
• Partner with guest instructors and community groups to host diverse programming.

• Facilitate and supervise the weekly Teen Club
  , creating a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment for middle and high school students.
• Design engaging, project-based activities that build practical skills and spark curiosity.
• Serve as a positive mentor, modeling safe tool usage, creative exploration, and collaborative problem-solving.

• Assist members with entry-level digital fabrication equipment (e.g., 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters).
• Support basic crafting activities (e.g., printmaking, basic woodworking, electronics/soldering, or textiles).
• Enforce shop safety rules and assist with basic equipment upkeep and troubleshooting.
• Manage and create content for Social Medium’s social channels (Instagram, Facebook, newsletter, etc.).
• Showcase member projects, highlight workshops, promote events, and celebrate community accomplishments.
• Help drive membership growth and program awareness through authentic visual storytelling.

• 1–3 years of experience in administrative support, community center management, education, or event coordination.
• Comfort and familiarity with basic digital fabrication equipment (e.g., 3D printers, laser cutters) and/or traditional crafting techniques.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth, teens, or after-school enrichment programs.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational habits with the ability to prioritize diverse tasks independently.
• Ability to work a flexible part-time schedule (20–30 hours/week), including some evenings and weekends.

• Prior experience in a makerspace, community arts hub, library, or shared studio environment.
• Basic photo/video editing or graphic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Free full makerspace membership with unrestricted access to tools and equipment outside working hours.
• Flexible scheduling options within core operating hours.
• Employee discount on ticketed specialty workshops and retail materials.
• A supportive, creative work environment surrounded by passionate makers and artists.