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Design Studio Assistant

Our Design team is seeking a talented Studio assistant to join our team at our Oakland, California location. We're looking for someone who is self-motivated and wants to contribute to a growing team. Must understand the importance of quality standards and has a dedication to implementing them. If you are detail- oriented and enjoy working in a fast paced environment, please apply! Must also be dog friendly :)

Job Responsibilities:

  • Helps with day to day activities in the studio

  • Helps with creating graphics for events and social media

  • Packaging + Shipping products per deadlines and upcoming order requirements 

  • Answer email inquiries

  • Documenting processes

  • Maintain inventory of packaging items, products and materials

  • Responsible for trash and recycling maintenance

  • Assistance with studio upkeep including dusting (wood turning makes a lot of dust!), maintaining of plants and quarterly deep cleaning

  • Assisting with finishing for each product, including sanding, painting, oiling and stamping with hot iron printer   

  • Works one-on-one with Melanie to create designs for the studio product line

  • Creates 3D designs from sketches from designers, drawings and prototype samples utilizing design software.

Requirements:

  • Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.

  • Willing to work in the product design/maker industry.

  • Proficiency in all relative design software willingness to train where software deficiencies are identified.

  • Must be autonomous and pro-active

  • Industrial design or graphic design background is a must

  • Proficiency in Solidworks or Rhino, or other rendering packages is a must.

  • New Grads are welcome to apply with a portfolio.

Work Hours and Benefits

This job position is an hourly ($18-$20) 8-16 hours a week, Part Time, Tuesday-Friday. Applicants must have reliable transportation, be willing to travel occasionally as needed (1-2 times a year) and have flexibility during the holiday season as needed (occasional Saturdays the month of November & December). Part Time Benefits include educational sponsorship opportunities. Pay is commensurate with experience.

Education, Experience, and Physical Requirements:

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

  • 1-2 years preferred experience in an office or fabrication environment

  • Fluency in Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Mac OS

  • Experience in Dropbox preferred but not required

  • Woodworking experience a plus but not required

  • SCM software experience preferred

  • Must be able to stand or sit for long periods (up to 8 hours)

  • Must be able to lift 25lbs

This is an entry level position. We are basically looking for a jack/jill-of-all-trades with a great eye and attention to detail. Applicants must possess an ability to work with no supervision and be a great multitasker. Woodworking and hands on skills is a huge plus ! This is a part-time gig with potential to become longer. It will be 8-16 hrs a week, we are open to more depending on how much work is needed!                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          
If interested, please reach out to us at hello@melanieabrantes.com and include a copy of your resume, portfolio and cover letter. Subject Line, Studio Assistant Position.

Melanie Abrantes Designs is a WOC-owned design studio and purveyor of handcrafted, sustainable home goods. Working with a variety of unique materials, predominantly cork and wood, Melanie creates high-quality products that are both beautiful and functional. Our studio is a diverse mix of decorative objects combined with tools for wood carving and a fully functioning subscription-based club.

creatives / Designers

Interested in working with us? We are always on the lookout for talented, passionate and skilled individuals to join the Melanie Abrantes Designs team. Please send your resume to hello@melanieabrantes.com if you're interested in design, woodworking, manufacturing or want to collaborate.