Marketing & Communications Manager

About Us

Little Makers is a hands-on art studio for the curious and creative. We focus on the making, not the finished product. Kids are invited to experiment, get messy, and express themselves. We offer drop-in classes, open studio time for families, after-school programming, art day camps, and birthday parties for ages 1–9.

As we put down roots in the community, we are looking for an Operations & Marketing Manager to help run the day-to-day systems of the studio and support our continued growth. This role combines operations, communication, and marketing into one part-time position. You will help behind-the-scenes to make the front-of-house experience possible—for our staff, our space, and community.

Location: Little Makers Studio – Prospect Heights, Brooklyn Job Type: Part-time/Independent Contractor (approximately 20-35 hours/weekly)

Responsibilities:

Operational Systems & Process Improvement:

• Manage and maintain key platforms (Google Workspace, Square, Sawyer, Homebase, website, etc.)
• Maintain daily studio operations in partnership with the Studio Manager

Marketing

• Manage social media, content creation, and day-to-day posting
• Research and implement outreach strategies to support studio growth

Project & Team Management:

• Coordinate staff schedules and ensure coverage for all programs
• Ensure compliance with studio policies and safety procedures
• Outline, schedule, and lead monthly team meetings.

Inventory & Vendor Management:

• Maintain monthly inventory, supply ordering, and organization within the studio.

Customer Experience Oversight:

• Represent Little Makers as a warm, consistent presence for families and the community
• Manage communication between staff, families, and prospective customers
• Support programming and scheduling alongside the Studio Manager

Data & Reporting:

• Track attendance, enrollment, and key studio metrics to support growth
• Monitor petty cash and supply budgets with attention to cost efficiency

Required Qualifications:

• 1+ year experience in marketing & social media, or other relevant experience
• Strong organization and project management skills
• Comfortable using digital tools for scheduling and workflow (Sawyer, Homebase, Google Workspace, Canva, Procreate, Instagram, TikTok, etc.)
• Clear communication skills, and strong reliability.
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to learn quickly and take ownership
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, creative, child-centered environment
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Training is provided. We’re looking for someone who is proactive, intuitive, and able to grow into the role with confidence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with educational, creative, or recreational settings.
• Background in customer-facing hospitality
• Bring fresh ideas, a willingness to learn, and openness to feedback.

Availability:

We’re looking for someone who can commit to a flexible part-time schedule, becoming the leader of our team for brand consistency, punctuality, and creativity.

Application Instructions:

Fill out our employee application , or Submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience to [email protected] with the subject line: “Application – [Your Name].”

Little Makers Studio is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Marketing: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Brooklyn, NY 11217 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person