Creative Studio Intern / Art Café Associate

 

About Us

Make It Pop Studios is a vibrant creative space in Manchester, NH where art, design, community, and entrepreneurship come together. Our studio includes an art café, creative workshops, pop-up events, podcasting, and retail experiences. We believe good things come to those that create, and we are building a community where people can gather, learn, and bring ideas to life.

 

We are looking for creative, energetic interns or early-career team members who want hands-on experience in the world of events, creative production, social media, and retail.

 

This is an ideal opportunity for college students, recent graduates, or anyone with a passion for creativity and community experiences.

 

Position Overview

The Creative Studio Intern / Art Café Associate will support the daily operations of the studio including art kit production, retail sales, event preparation, and social media content creation.

 

This is a hands-on role where you will help bring creative experiences to life for our community.

 

Responsibilities:​

Creative Production

• Assemble and package art kits and DIY creative experiences

• Prepare materials for workshops and events

• Assist with organizing art supplies and creative inventory

 

Event Support

• Help plan and prepare creative workshops and community events

• Set up tables, materials, and creative stations

• Assist with guest check-in and customer experience during events

• Help reset and organize the studio after events

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Retail & Café Experience

• Assist customers with art kit purchases and retail items

• Operate point-of-sale system

• Keep retail displays and creative areas organized and visually appealing

 

Social Media & Content

• Capture photos and videos of studio activities and events

• Assist with creating Instagram, TikTok, and social media content

• Help promote upcoming workshops and experiences

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Studio Operations

• Maintain a welcoming and creative environment

• Help keep studio spaces clean, organized, and inspiring

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Qualifications

• College student or recent graduate (Art, Marketing, Communications, Event Planning, Business, or related field preferred)

• Passion for creativity, design, art, or community events

• Friendly, positive personality and strong people skills

• Comfortable using social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok)

• Organized and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Willing to jump in wherever help is needed

 

Bonus Skills (not required):

• Event planning experience

• Graphic design or photography skills

• Retail or café experience

• Experience creating social media content

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What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in creative business operations

• Experience planning and executing events

• Portfolio-building opportunities for social media and creative work

• Exposure to entrepreneurship and creative studio management

• A fun, supportive, and inspiring creative environment

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Schedule

• Part-time internship (10–30 hours per week depending on availability)

• Some evenings and weekends required for events

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Compensation

• Paid hourly internship or academic credit (depending on school program)

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TO APPLY

Email hello@makeitpopstudios.com

• A short introduction about yourself

• Your resume (optional for students)

• Links to any creative work, or portfolio (if available)