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Job Opportunities and Artist Open Calls

MakerSpace NYC is hiring for our NEW second location in Brooklyn!  Come join our team and work for a creative, community centered non-profit.  If you think you would be a good fit, please email us your resume and a brief cover letter about the position you are interested in.  Send all inquiries to emily@simakerspace.com.

Shop Technician

Part Time

We are seeking individuals with backgrounds in the following: metal fabrication, woodworking, industrial sewing and textile machining, manual and CNC machining, 3D printing and laser cutting that can take charge of upkeep and maintenance of machinery in a shared work space.  These positions will also ensure member safety and safe use of equipment in the shop areas. Shop technicians will also teach Basic Safety and Use classes to members on equipment as well as consult with clients on prototyping, design, and fabrication. Shop technicians report to the Shop Operations Manager and work closely with the Digital Fabrication Director.

 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment and report any damage to the Shop Operations Manager

  • Teach Basic Safety and Use classes to members

  • Ensure members are using the equipment in a safe and responsible manner

  • Consult with members and non-members on design and prototyping as directed by the Director of Digital Fabrication

  • Keep shop areas clean and organized

 

Qualifications and Experience

High school diploma required and 3 to 5 years of mechanical experience in at least one area of expertise. Prototyping experience or fabrication experience a plus.

Shop Operations Manager

Full Time

This position will hire and oversee a team of shop technicians. The Shop Operations Manager will schedule all shop technicians, have a general knowledge of all Equipment in the space, and be responsible for regular equipment maintenance to keep tools in working order and minimize downtime. The Shop Operations Manager also manages general work flow and monitors member safety and behavior within the shared workshop.

 

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Supervise all shop personnel and oversee the administrative responsibilities of the shop

  • Provide and maintain a safe working environment for members and staff.

  • Promote a "team building" approach and be an integral part of the team

  • Coordinate with the Digital Fabrication Director and manage and prioritize all shop projects

  • Responsible for creating work schedules and assignments for Shop Technicians

  • Perform quality assurance inspections and safety audits

  • Work with the Program Director to coordinate shop technician schedules and Basic Safety and Use Classes

  • Work with the Digital Fabrication Director to coordinate prototyping and fabrication jobs

  • Assist in maintaining and working with the General Manager to order parts and supplies

  • Assist shop technicians and members with diagnosis or troubleshooting of problems i.e. set-up, machining, finishing, etc

  • Help identify common issues or deficiencies across FCAM resources and work with the entire team to find solutions

  • Work with the General Manager and Digital Fabrication Director in longer term planning of facilities and equipment improvements to continue to meet changing user needs

  • Supervise and enforce policies for use of the facilities by members and shop technicians

  • Strong communication skills as well as good supervisory, leadership, and interpersonal skills

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum 5 years experience  in fabrication shop operations and management with excellent operational knowledge of general equipment operations and OSHA safety requirements.  Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required. Experience with operations of CNC equipment is a plus.

Digital Fabrication Director

Full Time

This position is responsible for planning, oversight, and daily operation of CNC machining resources that are a part of the work space. These include two CNC routing machines, a CNC milling machine, a water jet cutter, and a variety of laser cutters and 3D printers. The Digital Fabrication Director will be responsible for regular equipment maintenance to keep tools in working order and minimize downtime. Members do not have open use of the CNC equipment, so the Digital Fabrication Director will be responsible for scheduling and fabricating any jobs on the CNC equipment and training Shop Technicians to assist with fabrication. They will also coordinate the Futureworks NYC Prototyping and Design Services which includes scheduling consultation meetings with clients and coordinating with the Shop Technicians to work with clients on their projects. Ideal candidates would be highly organized, self motivated, and possess strong interpersonal and collaborative skills. This position reports to the General Manager and will work collaboratively with the Shop Operations Manager.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide and maintain a safe working environment for members and staff.
Support and maintain multiple fabrication related services

  • Lead internal maintenance and/or arrange for third party maintenance of machines/facilities.

  • Organize software & hardware updates as needed.

  • Manage client CNC milling jobs for staff run equipment.

  • Train and oversee technicians

  • Work with the General Manager and Shop Operations Manager in longer term planning of facilities and equipment improvements to continue to meet changing user needs.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience
Masters degree or Bachelor’s degree with significant experience in a related field.
Robust knowledge of a variety of production and fabrication techniques; be familiar with practices related to current design and art practice including: fabrication, methodology and processes; experience and knowledge of working with a wide variety of materials.
Strong ability to assist clients working in an interdisciplinary manner from concept to fabrication.
Experience with CAD/CAM modeling/machining languages and software.
Experience with digital fabrication tools including laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC routers/mills.
Strong knowledge of 3D printing protocols, output, setup and maintenance.
Experience with 2D and 3D software such as Rhino, Solidworks, Maya, Fusion360, AutoCAD
Proficiency with Adobe Suite, especially Illustrator
Experience with traditional machining.
Experience in other areas of making, such as metal working, woodworking, ceramics, or plastics is a plus.
Proven track record of working well with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, professional training, and aesthetic sensibilities in a creative environment.
Candidate must have excellent oral and written skills, communication skills, and must be able to work both independently and collectively.
Highly organized with excellent customer service skills as well as clear written and verbal communication.
 

Front Desk Membership Representative

Part Time

The Front Desk Sales Representative assists in running all "front of house” makerspace operations. Ideal candidate has strong customer service skills and basic sales experience. The Front Desk Membership Representative is responsible for giving tours and registering members, including individual and corporate memberships, membership renewals, tool checkouts, retail sales, and workshop registrations.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Proper on-boarding all members through the use of membership forms, waivers, and agreements

  • Will set up RFID access cards for members

  • Conducts telephone inquiries/follow up calls/customer care calls

  • Leads tours for prospective members

  • Greets members and guests promptly and enthusiastically

  • Maintains an organized and clean lobby/front desk area

  • Responsible for processing accurate cash and credit card transactions

  • Follow up and follow through activities with all prospective clients

  • Responds immediately to member requests, inquiries and concerns

  • Ensures that class participants, visiting K-12 groups are welcomed and sent to proper shop areas

Qualifications and Experience

       Excellent interpersonal skills
       Previous sales experience, with strong sales skills
       Solid verbal and written communication skills required
       Ability to multi-task is a benefit to successfully perform duties.
       Functional computer skills required — Excel a plus
       High school diploma required.
       Excellent sales, communication and customer service skills.
       Flexible to work day, evening and/or weekend hours as needed

K-12 Teaching Artists

Per Diem

We are looking for part time teachers that are committed to strengthening and enriching student learning through hands on, project-based teaching. The ideal candidate has knowledge of basic hand tools, how to build things, and how to integrate science, technology, engineering, art, and math into hands on projects. We offer a variety of school programs including morning field trips, afterschool programs, and weekend programs. You will facilitate these programs along with other instructors and report directly to the Program Director.

                                        

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead and/or help facilitate education program classes for students with mixed-age, ability, and background

  • Engage students in hands-on, science, technology, engineering, art, and math projects

  • Maintain welcoming and safe maker environment for students

  • Help maintain cleanliness of classroom space and make sure it is organized

  • Attend scheduled training and meetings

 

Qualifications and Experience

  • High school diploma; bachelor’s degree preferred

  • Enthusiastic, hardworking, and reliable

  • Sense of humor and ability to connect with students

  • Passionate about working with and engaging students

  • Enjoy helping to inspire young makers and thinkers

  • Experience working with children required

  • Teaching experience preferred

  • Exposure to tools and equipment a plus

  • Experience with robotics, engineering, building, CAD or electronics a plus

  • Artistic background a plus

Adult Program Instructor

Per Diem

We are looking for per diem teachers that are committed to skill building and sharing knowledge.  We are looking for instructors who specialize in the following areas: woodworking, metalworking, welding, machining, CNC machining, laser cutting, 3D printing, waterjet cutting, sewing, electronics, visual arts, crafts and other related activities. Classes can be project based, or simply practical skill and craft building.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in their field of expertise and a willingness to be thorough in teaching techniques and safety protocol.  Instructors create their own curriculum and submit a class proposal and resume to the Program Director who reviews it before approval. You set a minimum and maximum student number and work with the Program Director to price the class and set a schedule. Classes can be one session or multi-session, depending on curriculum.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Create curriculum and lead adult education program classes for students with mixed-age, ability, and background

  • Teach basic safety and use protocols as well as solid skills in their area of expertise

  • Maintain welcoming and safe maker environment for students

  • Encourage  creative thinking and exploration of materials and tools 

Qualifications and Experience

  • High school diploma; bachelor’s degree preferred

  • Enthusiastic, hardworking, and reliable

  • Passionate about sharing knowledge and skills

  • Teaching experience preferred

  • Experience working in a shop environment a plus

Custodian

Part Time

Responsible for general cleaning: bathrooms, kitchen, lobby, lounge, classrooms, and office areas.

Make Your Future

 4 Month Residency program with the SI MakerSpace

February 2, 2019- June 30, 2019

Application due Jan 7, 2019

Staten Island MakerSpace offers Maker Your Future is for individuals who are interested in starting their own businesses or developing a prototype called, Make Your Future. Participants apply with a business, project, or prototype proposal and a letter of reference.  We will consider projects in any area, as long as the project is creative, innovative, and we think our resources will be helpful to you.

Make Your Future Recipients Receive the Following:

 

  • A free six-month Pro Membership: includes access to all of the resources and equipment in the facility including a metal shop, wood shop, conference room, ceramics studio, sewing equipment, 3D printers, laser cutters, and small studio/storage space.

  • An entrepreneurial support system that includes skill building workshops, small business development  classes, mentorship, networking events, and a supportive maker community.

 

Eligibility

  • Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements for membership as described in the Staten Island MakerSpace by-laws.

  • Applicants must not be an existing member of the Staten Island MakerSpace.

  • Applicants must reside within thirty miles of the NYC area for the duration of the residency.

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by award date.

 

Application

Your proposal should address the following as completely as possible:

  1. Personal Statement: Tell us a little about yourself, including your technical background as it relates to your project proposal.

  2. Personal Impact : How will receiving the Make Your Future residency and the resources it provides, contribute to your goals as a maker?

  3. Project Proposal: Provide an overview of your project. What do you plan to do with your residency?

  4. Project Timeline: Create a project plan with milestones for your progress. Be as detailed as possible.

  5. Letter of reference from a business or personal associate

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Applicants must send us a proposal via email to db@simakerspace.com

Or mailed to : Staten Island MakerSpace

                         450 Front St, Unit B

                        Staten Island, NY 10304

Frequently Asked Questions:

for MAKE YOUR FUTURE

 

Q:  Can a group apply to the Make Your Future program?

A: We encourage collaboration, but the Make Your Future residency is only awarded to one person, so the application should be written by a principal applicant.   However as a member, you as the principal applicant will have a key for 24×7 access to the space and can bring two guests at a time (as outlined in our membership agreement) to assist you with your project. Your guests do not have access to the metal or woodshops.

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Q: What if my project involves welding and I don’t know how to weld? Will I be disqualified?

A: No, we will help you learn technical skills. We encourage you to ask for help (from anyone, and at any point in the project) as the Staten Island MakerSpace values collaboration. It's common for members to help each other out, and as a fellow member, we're here to help you out.

 

Q: I already have a venture capitalist lined up to help me develop my startup. Am I still eligible?

A: Yes, great for you!  There’s no limit to how much additional funding you can spend on your project. Spend as much of your own personal money or sponsored money as you need.

 

Q: Do I have to have a fully realized product or project by the end of the residency?

A: No. We do expect that you will have made enough progress on the project to present it to the public in an informal presentation at the end of the residency.

 

Q: Are there any limitations to size, power requirements, weight, etc?

A: There are limitations, but these will be determined by the scope of the project. If limitations become apparent in the proposal review, we can communicate them to you and make changes as needed.

 

Q: I have an idea for an art project, can I apply for this or is this only for tech startups?

A: Yes, you are welcome to apply. We are looking for proposals in a wide variety of areas including art projects, product development, open source software and hardware projects, and hopefully things we can’t even imagine yet. The bottom line is if you can dream it and want to make it, and you think our program will help you do that, you are eligible to apply.

 

Q: I live in Brazil, can I still apply?

A: Yes, but you must find a place to live in NYC for the duration of the residency and you must provide your own transportation to get here. We can make suggestions, but you are ultimately responsible for finding your own housing.

 

Q: Do I have to use all the resources that you offer?

A: Not necessarily. But we encourage you to take advantage of as many resources as you can because they are designed to help you better succeed.


If you have additional questions, please email them to: emily@simakerspace.com

Art in the Park

A Guided Sculpture Residency

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Art in the Park will be a 2 month long guided sculpture program, led by sculptor and co-founder of MakerSpace, Scott Van Campen.  Art in the Park has been funded through a grant from Staten Island Arts.

In this program, artists will focus on using mainly recycled materials to create sculptures that will be installed outside in MakerPark.

Artists will meet once a week at MakerSpace and receive guidance and additional studio time to work on their projects. 

This residency will take place through the months of April and May, and host an opening at the beginning of June.

To apply for this residency program, please email Emily@simakerspace.com with a link to previous work and a rough idea of a sculpture you would like to complete in this course.

Deadline to apply is April 8th, 2019.

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Nancy Quin, 2018 Artist in Residence

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