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Art Toolkit team members enjoy a sketching outing on a cold day in Port Townsend.

Join Our Team

At Art Toolkit, we manufacture and curate expedition-proven tools for sketching and painting, from urban to wilderness adventures. Whether through our expedition-proven art supplies and accessories, online and in-person workshops, or interacting with the community, we strive to make good stuff and inspire people everywhere to create art every day.

We’re a small team of intrepid and enthusiastic artists, educators, and designers. We encourage a collaborative and open work environment where your voice matters and your opinion is welcomed and appreciated.

While we’re not currently hiring for other positions besides the open positions below, if you think you would be a good fit on our team, please send us your resume.

Retail Specialist

Are you passionate about art supplies and do you enjoy helping others discover their creative potential? Join our vibrant team at Art Toolkit where every day brings new opportunities to connect with artists, share your knowledge, and be part of a growing creative community. If you have a keen eye for detail and love creating positive experiences for others, we want to hear from you!

As a Retail Specialist, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service and promoting our unique range of art supplies. You will provide high-quality information in response to customer inquiries and concerns about our products and services. This role upholds a culture of welcoming, inclusive, and knowledgeable customer service.

ABOUT YOU

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work independently and in collaboration with other team members

  • Have a can-do, customer service attitude, with a willingness to jump in and help

  • Kind, respectful, and open-minded

  • Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

  • Available to work weekends and occasional evenings

  • Proficiency with computers

  • Ability to lift and move objects occasionally weighing up to 40 pounds.

  • High school diploma or the equivalent

SO, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Competitive pay, $19 hour, commensurate with experience.

  • Opportunities to grow as the business grows.

  • Employee discounts on industry supplies and workshops.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. The employee is occasionally required to lift and move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to sit or stand for long periods, ascend/descend stairs, walk, use hands for fine motor skills, balance, bend and sit, and talk or hear.

Follow this link to apply!

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