Workshop Instructor (Anime & Handcraft / Events Organiser)

Walnut Handicraft Workshop; Rottingdean; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative workshop café is seeking a dynamic Workshop Instructor to lead anime and East Asian culture-themed workshops. The ideal candidate has a background in art or design, strong knowledge of anime, and experience in workshop facilitation. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in a vibrant and creative team. Employee benefits include discounts on café items and participation in workshops.

Benefits

Café discounts

Workshop participation

Qualifications

• Experience in activity organisation or teaching.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Japanese or Chinese is highly desirable.
• Passionate about creative cultural experiences.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead workshops themed around anime and East Asian culture.
• Manage workshop materials and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Collect participant feedback to improve workshop experiences.

Skills

Workshop facilitation

Communication

Creativity

Knowledge of anime and East Asian culture

Education

Background in Art, Design, Media or Cultural Event Management

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut

Job description

Overview

Walnut Handicraft is an innovative café brand combining East Asian culture, anime, and creative handcraft experiences. We provide a unique space where customers can enjoy high-quality beverages while participating in immersive anime-themed handcraft workshops, including illustration, model-making, DIY crafts, and East Asian-inspired art activities. Our mission is to create a vibrant community where creativity, culture, and social interaction meet. By integrating cultural workshops and café experiences, we aim to become a leading hub for anime and East Asian culture enthusiasts in the UK. Join Walnut Handicraft Workshop and become part of a passionate, creative, and innovative team—where your ideas and skills help shape our cultural experiences and brand growth.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and creative Workshop Instructor to design, organise, and deliver anime and East Asian culture-themed handcraft workshops. You will play a key role in enhancing customer experience, promoting cultural activities, and managing workshop operations within our café space.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and lead anime and East Asian culture-themed workshops, including:
• • Illustration and drawing (e.g., chibi characters, manga-style art)
  • Model and figurine DIY projects
  • East Asian-inspired crafts (origami, traditional motifs integrated with anime themes)
  • Cross-cultural creative workshops
• Deliver engaging, interactive sessions and guide participants throughout activities
• Organise and facilitate themed events, exhibitions, and community activities
• Manage workshop materials and ensure compliance with health and safety standards
• Produce promotional content using multimedia tools (Adobe Ps/Pr/Ae, Final Cut)
• Communicate and coordinate with international clients or partners (English/Japanese/Chinese)
• Collect participant feedback and continuously improve workshop experiences

Key Requirements

• Background in Art, Design, Media, Cultural Event Management, or related fields
• Strong knowledge of anime, manga, and East Asian culture
• Experience in activity organisation, workshop facilitation, or teaching
• Proficiency in creative and multimedia software (Adobe Ps/Pr/Ae/Au, Final Cut)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to engage and motivate participants
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Japanese or Chinese is highly desirable
• Passionate about anime and creative cultural experiences

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary in line with Skilled Worker visa requirements
• Opportunities for professional growth and cultural event management experience
• Creative and inclusive work environment with a vibrant team
• Employee benefits including café discounts and workshop participation