Position Type: Part-Time (24 Hours Per Week)

Work Arrangement: Remote / Virtual

Reports To: Creative Director

Position Overview

The Administrative & Communications Coordinator provides administrative, communications, and organizational support for Vesey Lane Goods. This position is responsible for ensuring that internal and external communications remain timely, consistent, and professional while supporting organizational operations, scheduling, marketing communications, and community engagement efforts.

The Administrative & Communications Coordinator serves as a key support partner to the Creative Director by managing calendars, coordinating communications, supporting partnership outreach, maintaining digital communications platforms, and helping ensure that community members, customers, supporters, and partners remain informed about organizational activities.

This position may also serve as a point of coordination and support for communications interns, volunteers, and contracted communications professionals working on behalf of the organization.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Administrative Support

   Manage and maintain the Creative Director's calendar.

   Schedule meetings with community partners, artists, vendors, stakeholders, and collaborators.

   Coordinate meeting logistics and distribute meeting information.

   Maintain organizational calendars, event schedules, and communications timelines.

   Assist with administrative recordkeeping and organizational documentation.

   Support day-to-day administrative functions that help ensure efficient operations.

2. Communications Management

   Prepare and distribute weekly newsletters and organizational updates.

   Draft and send communications to community partners, artists, customers, supporters, and stakeholders.

   Manage communication follow-up and correspondence as assigned.

   Support one-on-one outreach efforts with community members, partners, and collaborators.

   Ensure organizational communications remain professional, accurate, timely, and consistent.

3. Digital Communications & Marketing Support

   Schedule social media content across organizational platforms, including Instagram and TikTok.

   Assist with planning and implementing communications campaigns.

   Coordinate promotion of exhibitions, workshops, public programs, events, and organizational initiatives.

   Support website updates, event listings, and program announcements.

   Maintain consistency in organizational messaging, branding, and public communications.

   Help ensure promotional content is scheduled and distributed in advance of upcoming programs and events.

4. Communications Internship Support

   Serve as a point of contact for communications interns and volunteers.

   Assist with content scheduling and communications workflow management.

   Help ensure communications projects are completed according to established timelines.

   Support onboarding and training activities related to communications systems and procedures.

5. Partnership & Community Communications

   Assist with partnership correspondence and stakeholder communications.

   Coordinate outreach related to exhibitions, workshops, public programs, and special initiatives.

   Support cultivation and maintenance of community and organizational relationships.

   Prepare and coordinate mailing campaigns and distribution of printed communications materials when needed.

   Assist with direct outreach efforts via email and telephone as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required

  Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

  Experience managing calendars, schedules, and administrative processes.

  Ability to work independently and remotely.

  High attention to detail and professionalism.

  Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.

  Proficiency with email, word processing, and online collaboration tools.

• Preferred

  Experience creating newsletters and managing email communications.

  Experience scheduling social media content and supporting digital marketing efforts.

  Familiarity with website content management systems.

  Experience supporting arts, cultural, nonprofit, entrepreneurial, or community-based organizations.

  Experience coordinating multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.

Core Competencies

• Communication

• Organization

• Time Management

• Professionalism

• Attention to Detail

• Digital Literacy

• Project Coordination

• Customer Service

• Relationship Management

• Adaptability

Success Indicators

• Consistent and timely distribution of weekly newsletters and communications.

• Accurate maintenance of organizational calendars and schedules.

• Timely scheduling of meetings and communication follow-up.

• Effective promotion of exhibitions, workshops, events, and organizational initiatives.

• Consistent messaging across digital and print communications platforms.

• Positive communication experiences for community members, partners, artists, and stakeholders.

• Strong administrative support that enables organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

Position Type: Part-Time (24 Hours Per Week)

Reports To: Creative Director

Location: Detroit, Michigan

Position Overview

The Assistant Operations Manager works in partnership with the Operations Manager and

Creative Director to support the daily operations of Vesey Lane Goods. This position helps

ensure a positive customer experience, supports workforce development activities, assists with

staff and apprentice supervision, and contributes to the successful operation of the store and

public programming.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Operational Support

Assist with opening and closing procedures.

Support daily retail operations and customer service.

Maintain store appearance and merchandising standards.

Assist with inventory management and operational tasks.

‍ ‍ 2. Customer Experience & Hospitality

Welcome customers, artists, and community members.

Support hospitality needs during exhibitions, workshops, and special events.

Help maintain a warm, inviting, and inclusive environment.

Respond to customer inquiries and concerns.

‍ ‍ 3. Team & Apprentice Support

Support supervision of apprentices and team members.

Assist with onboarding and training activities.

Reinforce workplace expectations and customer service standards.

Help ensure apprentices have the resources and support needed to succeed.

4. Program & Event Support

Assist with public programming and community events.

Support exhibition openings, artist talks, workshops, and special activities.

Help coordinate logistics and guest experience.

Qualifications

Minimum 2–3 years of retail, hospitality, customer service, or management experience.

Experience working collaboratively within a team environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to multitask and work independently.

Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Interest in arts, culture, community engagement, and entrepreneurship.

Preferred Qualities

Strong customer service orientation.

Positive attitude and professionalism.

Dependability and accountability.

Flexibility and adaptability.

Interest in mentoring emerging professionals and apprentices.

Appreciation for Detroit's arts and cultural communities.

Position Type: Full-Time (45 Hours Per Week)

Reports To: Creative Director

Location: Detroit, Michigan

Position Overview

Vesey Lane Goods seeks an Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our cultural

retail and exhibition space. This leadership position is responsible for ensuring a welcoming,

engaging, and professionally managed environment for customers, artists, community

members, event guests, apprentices, and staff.

The Operations Manager serves as a key member of the leadership team and works closely

with the Creative Director and Assistant Operations Manager to maintain operational

excellence, support workforce development initiatives, and uphold the mission and values of

Vesey Lane Goods.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Retail Operations

Oversee day-to-day store operations.

Open and close the store according to established procedures.

Manage cash handling, register reconciliation, and sales reporting.

Monitor inventory and communicate restocking needs.

Ensure the store remains clean, organized, safe, and visually appealing.

‍ ‍ 2. Customer Experience & Hospitality

Deliver exceptional customer service and model hospitality standards.

Create a welcoming environment for visitors, customers, artists, and community members.

Support hospitality needs for exhibitions, workshops, private events, and special programming.

Address customer concerns and resolve issues professionally.

‍ ‍ 3. Team Leadership & Workforce Development

Provide daily supervision and support to staff and apprentices.

Assist with onboarding and training of new team members.

Participate in annual professional development and training opportunities.

Lead workplace training and skill development activities throughout the year.

Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative workplace culture.

‍ ‍ 4. Apprenticeship Program Support

Mentor apprentices participating in the Creative Workforce Apprenticeship Program.

Support implementation of training plans and learning objectives.

Provide feedback, coaching, and performance support.

Help create meaningful workplace learning experiences.

‍ ‍ 5. Safety & Administrative Responsibilities

Maintain a safe environment for staff, customers, and visitors.

Assist with scheduling and operational planning.

Prepare sales and operational reports.

Support compliance with workplace policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum 3–5 years of retail management experience.

Experience supervising employees, interns, apprentices, or volunteers.

Strong customer service and hospitality background.

Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.

Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Working knowledge of Detroit's arts, culture, and creative economy is preferred.

Commitment to community engagement, inclusivity, and cultural awareness.

Preferred Qualities

Integrity and professionalism.

Flexibility and adaptability.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Passion for arts, culture, community development, and entrepreneurship.

Ability to create welcoming and inclusive environments.

Position Type: Part-Time (24 Hours Per Week)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Remote and On-Site)

Reports To: Creative Director

Collaborates Closely With: Operations Manager, Assistant Operations Manager, Apprentices,

Community Partners, and Event Clients

Position Overview

The Event & Community Engagement Lead serves as the primary liaison between Vesey Lane

Goods and the broader community. This position is responsible for cultivating community

relationships, increasing venue utilization through event bookings, supporting public

programming, and helping ensure that organizational activities remain responsive to community

needs and opportunities.

This hybrid position combines community outreach, event coordination, partnership

development, and relationship management. While some responsibilities require attendance at

events, meetings, and programs throughout Detroit, much of the work may be performed

remotely.

The Event & Community Engagement Lead helps strengthen the visibility, partnerships, and

community impact of Vesey Lane Goods while serving as an important bridge between

organizational leadership and the communities we serve.

Primary Responsibilities

‍ 1. Event Booking & Venue Utilization

Serve as the primary point of contact for individuals and organizations interested in booking the space.

Respond to event inquiries and coordinate venue tours.

Manage event scheduling and booking logistics.

Assist clients throughout the reservation process.

Develop outreach strategies that increase venue bookings and utilization.

Cultivate relationships with organizations, businesses, educational institutions, and

community groups that may utilize the space.

Support efforts to attract local, regional, and national organizations seeking event space.

‍ ‍ 2. Community Engagement & Outreach

Serve as a visible ambassador for Vesey Lane Goods throughout the community.

Attend neighborhood meetings, community conversations, networking events, and

stakeholder gatherings.

Build relationships with residents, artists, entrepreneurs, nonprofit organizations, and local leaders.

Promote exhibitions, workshops, public programs, and organizational initiatives.

Increase awareness of Vesey Lane Goods and its mission.

‍ ‍ 3. Community Intelligence & Strategic Feedback

Monitor emerging community needs, concerns, opportunities, and trends.

Provide regular updates and reports to the Creative Director.

Identify opportunities for deeper community engagement and impact.

Gather feedback from stakeholders regarding programming and community priorities.

Help inform organizational planning and decision-making through community insights.

‍ 4. Event Coordination & Internal Communication

Maintain regular communication with the Operations Manager and Assistant Operations

Manager regarding upcoming events and venue bookings.

Ensure event logistics and schedules are communicated effectively to staff.

Support planning and coordination of public programs, workshops, exhibitions, and

special events.

Assist with hospitality, guest experience, and event execution as needed.

Coordinate staffing needs for events that occur outside regular business hours.

‍ ‍ 5. Partnership Development

Identify and cultivate partnerships that support the mission and growth of Vesey Lane

Goods.

Develop relationships with community organizations, educational institutions, cultural

organizations, and businesses.

Support collaborative programming and outreach opportunities.

Assist with sponsorship and partnership cultivation efforts when appropriate.

Qualifications

‍ ‍ Required

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Experience in community engagement, event coordination, outreach, customer service,

or a related field.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Reliable transportation and willingness to attend meetings and events throughout the

community.

‍ ‍ Preferred

Familiarity with Detroit neighborhoods and community organizations.

Experience working within arts, culture, entrepreneurship, workforce development, or

community development sectors.

Existing relationships within Detroit's community, cultural, nonprofit, or business

communities.

Experience coordinating events or public programs.

‍ ‍ Core Competencies

Relationship Building

Community Engagement

Event Coordination

Partnership Development

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Customer Service

Professionalism

Cultural Awareness

Problem Solving

‍ ‍Success Indicators

Increased venue bookings and utilization.

Growth in community partnerships and collaborations.

Increased attendance at programs and events.

Positive stakeholder relationships and community feedback.

Effective communication between community stakeholders and organizational

leadership.

Strong visibility and representation of Vesey Lane Goods throughout the community.

Position Type: Paid Apprenticeship (Part-Time)

Reports To: Operations Manager

Location: Detroit, Michigan

Position Overview

The Curatorial & Exhibition Apprentice supports the planning, coordination, promotion, installation, and

documentation of exhibitions presented by Vesey Lane Goods. This position provides hands-on workforce

development experience in curatorial practice, arts administration, artist relations, exhibition design,

community engagement, and cultural programming.

The apprentice works under the supervision of the Operations Manager and collaborates with staff, artists,

and community partners to help ensure exhibitions are professionally organized, thoughtfully presented,

and accessible to the public.

This position is designed for college students, recent graduates, emerging arts professionals, and

individuals seeking practical experience within the arts and cultural sector.

Learning Objectives

Participants will gain experience in:

Exhibition planning and coordination

Arts administration

Artist communications

Community outreach and engagement

Exhibition installation and deinstallation

Exhibition interpretation and storytelling

Project management

Professional workplace communication

Public engagement and arts advocacy

Primary Responsibilities

1. Exhibition Planning & Coordination

Assist with planning and organizing exhibitions throughout the year.

Support exhibition timelines and project schedules.

Assist with exhibition preparation and logistical coordination.

Maintain exhibition records and documentation.

‍ 2. ‍ Artist Relations

Communicate with participating artists regarding exhibition opportunities.

Coordinate artwork submissions, drop-off schedules, and artwork pickup.

Respond to artist inquiries in a professional and timely manner.

Support positive relationships with artists and creative professionals.

‍ 3. ‍Open Calls & Community Outreach

Assist in developing and distributing open calls for artists.

Promote exhibition opportunities through community networks and partner organizations.

Represent Vesey Lane Goods at artist gatherings, community meetings, and cultural events.

Support outreach efforts that increase participation in exhibitions and programming.

‍ 4. ‍Exhibition Installation & Design

Assist with exhibition layout and installation planning.

Participate in the installation and removal of artwork.

Create artwork labels, exhibition descriptions, and interpretive materials.

Support the development of exhibition narratives and visitor experiences.

Ensure exhibitions are presented professionally and safely.

‍ ‍5. Documentation & Administrative Support

Assist with maintaining artist files and exhibition records.

Support collection of program data and participant information.

Assist with photography, documentation, and archiving of exhibitions.

Support evaluation and reporting activities as requested.

Qualifications

‍ ‍‍ ‍ Required

Interest in visual arts, exhibitions, museums, galleries, or cultural programming.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Professional and dependable work ethic.

Interest in community engagement and public-facing work.

‍ ‍ Preferred

Current college student, recent graduate, or emerging arts professional.

Coursework or experience in art, design, museum studies, arts administration, communications, or a

related field.

Familiarity with Detroit's arts and cultural community.

Experience with writing, event planning, community outreach, or project coordination.

‍ ‍‍ ‍ Core Competencies

Communication

Project Management

Community Engagement

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Professionalism

Cultural Awareness

Creative Problem Solving

Position Type: Paid Apprenticeship (Part-Time)

Reports To: Operations Manager

Location: Detroit, Michigan

Position Overview

The Creative Enterprise & Retail Apprentice supports the retail, merchandising, customer engagement, and

creative entrepreneurship activities of Vesey Lane Goods. This position provides hands-on experience in

retail operations, visual merchandising, inventory management, customer experience, workshop

facilitation, marketing, and creative business development.

The apprentice works under the supervision of the Operations Manager to help create a welcoming and

engaging retail environment while developing professional skills that support careers in entrepreneurship,

retail management, arts administration, and the creative economy.

This apprenticeship is designed for emerging entrepreneurs, artists, makers, college students, recent

graduates, and individuals interested in creative enterprise and workforce development.

Learning Objectives

‍ ‍ Participants will gain experience in:

Retail operations and customer service

Visual merchandising

Inventory management

Creative entrepreneurship

Product presentation and storytelling

Marketing and promotion

Workshop planning and facilitation

Community engagement

Professional communication

Project management

Primary Responsibilities

‍ ‍ 1. Retail Operations & Customer Experience

Provide exceptional customer service and hospitality.

Welcome customers and assist with product inquiries.

Support daily retail operations and store maintenance.

Help create a positive and engaging customer experience.

Assist with strategies that encourage repeat visitation and customer loyalty.

‍ ‍ 2. Visual Merchandising & Store Presentation

Create and maintain engaging product displays and retail vignettes.

Design seasonal and thematic merchandising layouts.

Update shelving displays and product presentation areas.

Create and maintain maker profiles, product descriptions, and interpretive materials.

Assist with visual storytelling throughout the retail space.

‍ ‍ 3. Inventory & Product Management

Assist with receiving and processing inventory.

Restock merchandise and maintain product organization.

Monitor inventory levels and communicate restocking needs.

Support product documentation and inventory tracking systems.

‍ ‍ 4. Marketing & Promotional Content

Assist with creating promotional materials for in-store and online use.

Support social media and marketing initiatives.

Develop content that highlights makers, products, programs, and community activities.

Help communicate the mission and values of Vesey Lane Goods through marketing efforts.

‍ ‍ 5. Workshop Facilitation & Community Engagement

Develop and facilitate at least one community workshop per month based on personal creative

expertise or professional interests.

Assist with planning and coordinating public programs and workshops.

Engage community members through educational and creative programming.

Collect participant feedback and support program evaluation efforts.

‍ ‍ 6. Creative Enterprise Development

Explore personal creative and entrepreneurial interests through guided professional development.

Develop a portfolio documenting projects completed during the apprenticeship.

Receive mentorship and feedback from staff and community participants.

Create original work that may be considered for future retail opportunities at Vesey Lane Goods.

Participate in discussions related to creative business development, pricing, branding, and product

presentation.

Qualifications

Required

Interest in entrepreneurship, retail, arts, design, creative business, or community engagement.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Professional and dependable work ethic.

Interest in learning new skills and engaging with the public.

‍ ‍ Preferred

Current college student, recent graduate, emerging entrepreneur, artist, or maker.

Experience in retail, customer service, creative practice, marketing, or community engagement.

Familiarity with Detroit's creative community and small business ecosystem.

Experience facilitating workshops, demonstrations, or educational activities.

‍ ‍ Core Competencies

Customer Service

Communication

Creativity

Entrepreneurship

Visual Merchandising

Community Engagement

Professionalism

Project Management

Problem Solving