Makerspace Assistant Director

Social Medium; Calabasas (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Social Medium is a dynamic community makerspace in Calabasas, CA. We seek an Assistant Manager to guide daily operations, run core programs, and support our growing maker community, balancing front-of-house admin with hands-on workshop facilitation, youth mentorship, and volunteer leadership.

The ideal candidate enjoys community engagement, creative problem solving, and can work with beginners and experienced makers, with 20–30 hours per week including some evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of administrative support experience.
• Experience in community center management or event coordination.
• Experience working with youth or after-school programs.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize diverse tasks.
• Flexible part-time schedule (20–30 hours/week), including some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front desk operations, member check-ins, and tour facilitation.
• Monitor office and shop supplies, place orders, replenish consumables.
• Maintain shop safety, tool checkout procedures, and respond to inquiries.
• Recruit, onboard, and train makerspace volunteers and workshop assistants.
• Coordinate monthly volunteer schedules for peak hours and engagement.

Skills

Administrative support

Community center management

Event coordination

Youth mentorship

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Tools

3D printers

Laser cutters

Soldering basics

Job description

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

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

Reports To: Executive Director / Founder

About Social Medium

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.

Position Overview

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.

Key Responsibilities1. General Office Management & Administration

• 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.

3. Event Planning & Coordination

• 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.

4. Youth Programming: "Teen Club"

• 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.

5. Crafting & Digital Fabrication Support

• 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.

QualificationsRequired:

• 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.

Preferred:

• 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.