STUDIO GUIDE
(Plants x art)

Job description

The STUDIO GUIDE is a hybrid role that combines plant retail support with art project facilitation. You’ll assist customers with plant selection and care advice, while also preparing, explaining, and delivering self-guided art kits and projects. This role is perfect for someone who loves both greenery and creativity, enjoys engaging with the community, and thrives in a hands-on, detail-oriented environment.

Role and Responsibilities

Plant Retail

  • Greet and assist customers in selecting houseplants, pottery, and accessories.

  • Share plant care knowledge (watering, light, soil, troubleshooting common issues).

  • Maintain thoughtful, visually inspiring retail displays throughout the shop.

  • Care for in-store plants: watering, pruning, cleaning, and repotting as needed.

  • Ability to independently identify and complete tasks that improve the customer experience during slower shop hours.

  • Assist with merchandising, restocking, unpacking deliveries, and maintaining the overall visual presentation of the shop.

Art Café Experience

  • Prepare and stock art kits (paint-your-own pottery, mixed-media projects, etc.) for customer reservations.

  • Welcome guests to their reserved tables, explain the self-guided project and answer questions.

  • Maintain clean and organized art tables, tools, and supplies.

General Studio Support

  • Operate the POS system for sales of plants, art kits, and refreshments.

  • Keep the studio and café space clean, organized, and stocked.

  • Help with special events, workshops, or private bookings as needed.

  • Uphold studio values of creativity, community, and hospitality in all interactions.

  • Comfortable shifting between customer interaction, creative projects, cleaning/resetting spaces, and retail tasks throughout a shift

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

  • Customer service or retail experience.

  • Friendly, approachable personality with strong communication skills.

  • Basic knowledge of houseplant care OR a passion for plants and willingness to learn.

  • Interest in creative arts, crafts, or DIY.

Preferred:

  • Experience in a retail plant shop, café, or creative studio.

  • Comfort working independently and managing responsibilities without constant direction.

SCHEDULE

  • Part-Time

  • 5-7 hour shifts

  • Daytime & evening shifts

  • Must have flexible weekend availability

Perks

  • Hands-on training in both plant care and creative arts.

  • A fun, community-centered work environment.

  • Employee discounts on plants and Knack classes/workshops.

  • Opportunities for growth as Knack Studio C expands.
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Pay: $15/hr + tips + employee discounts

Opportunities for growth into workshop instruction and leadership roles.

Work Location: In person

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TO APPLY:
Please submit cover letter, resume and examples of work to hello@knack.studio. Subject: STUDIO GUIDE: FIRST & LAST NAME.