Location: On-site at 122 Central Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Schedule: 3 days/week, 8 hours/day (24 hours/week) in person at Secret Riso Club in Bushwick, NY*
Flexibility: Occasional schedule adjustments for events
Employment Type: W2
Compensation: $20–25/hour, commensurate with experience
Growth Path: Strong intent to transition to full-time (5 days/week) by end of 2026, based on performance and business growth. Performance reviews at 6 and 12 months with raise consideration.
Benefits: PTO, SRC Maker Access Membership, bookstore discount, and MORE!
*please note, there is a very sweet dog on-site every day (sometimes two :)
About Secret Riso Club
Secret Riso Club is an artist-run space that serves as a resource for independent publishing, art book production, art project development, as well as for exhibitions and distribution. The use of print & design as a tool for social change, creativity, and community empowerment drive the work and programming. Rooted in the values of collaboration, equity, and artistic expression, SRC strives to cultivate an environment where individuals from diverse backgrounds can come together to learn, create, and connect.
Our space in Bushwick features a bookstore with publications from independent artists and publishers across the world, a workshop space for classes in bookmaking, printmaking and community building, and a print production studio with access for printers and artists.
The Role
We are looking for a highly organized, collaborative and self-initiating individual to join our team as the Communications & Community Coordinator. We are a highly collaborative team with a strong emphasis on reflection, growth, and experimentation. The ideal candidate is passionate about independent publishing, artist-run spaces, and working on a small but highly motivated team. We are looking for someone who can wear many hats, balance multiple tasks at once, is motivated to connect SRC with other organizations and opportunities and has excellent written and verbal communication skills.
This job is a great fit for someone with a flexible schedule (although days will be set ahead of time), possibly juggling other freelance work in a creative field. We prefer someone with 3-5 years of experience, someone who has spent time in the NYC art world and is motivated & energized by connecting people and advocating for artist-run spaces. Riso knowledge and graphic design proficiency highly preferred!
Key Responsibilities
Membership & Community Engagement
- Lead membership outreach and growth initiatives
- Respond to member inquiries and ensure accessibility of booking and benefits
- Plan and execute member programming, including:
- Quarterly member mixers
- 5–8 field trips annually
- Develop and manage member benefits such as:
- Member directory
- Shout-outs and features via social media
- Feedback surveys and targeted campaigns
- Build relationships with peer organizations to create reciprocal membership benefits
External Relations & Outreach
- Build and maintain partnerships with external organizations, studios, and institutions
- Share and coordinate private workshops and collaborations
- Propose new initiatives that expand SRC’s network and visibility
Communications & Content
- Write regular newsletters to communicate our public programming
- Work with facilitators to write workshop descriptions
- Update calendar & ticketing on website
- Design social media content aligned with SRC’s visual identity
- Assist in designing event flyers and promotional materials
- Write copy for social media
- Manage and respond to inquiries via email and social media channels.
- Maintain the email inbox and route inquiries appropriately
Programming & Events
- Design monthly event calendars for social media, print, and newsletters
- In conjunction with directors, coordinate workshops and programming with external facilitators
- Manage event logistics:
- Posting events and managing sign-ups
- Responding to inquiries
- Preparing materials and supplies
- Targeted newsletter blasts
- Collaborate with team on staffing needs for events
- Maintain programming calendar (Trello, website, in-space displays)
- Develop new programming ideas and facilitator relationships
Platform & Systems Management
- Manage and maintain core platforms:
- Acuity (scheduling)
- WithFriends (memberships & events)
- Website (for calendar updates, ticketing, workshop sign-ups)
- Flodesk (email newsletters)
- Google Workspace & Trello
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date event, membership, and scheduling information across platforms
Qualifications*
- 3–5 years of relevant experience (arts, publishing, community spaces, or similar)
- Familiarity with the NYC art and publishing ecosystem preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Self-motivated with a collaborative mindset
- Knowledge of Riso printing process
- Graphic Design proficiency
*If you don’t have all the qualifications, but still feel you’d be a good fit – please apply!