Studio and Retail Associate

Darling

Posted 3 days ago


Part Time
New York City
Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn
$25 / hour

ABOUT THE ROLE

Darling is looking for a Studio and Retail Associate to both work in the retail store as well as with store set up and clothing restoration. Retail responsibilities include opening and closing the retail space, greeting and assisting customers, keeping the story tidy and organized, and representing the Darling brand with a playful and joyful demeanor. Studio responsibilities include tagging and restoring vintage clothing, and photographing items for the website. Successful candidates will possess experience in retail and an interest in vintage, supporting small brands, and shopping locally.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Customer Assistance

Greet customers, fostering a high touch, warm, and welcoming shopping experience.
Drive sales through sharing product knowledge and shopping help
Connect with clients daily to drive traffic, including building a clientele book
Consistently meet sales goals

Store upkeep

Open and close the store securely, following procedures
Maintain inventory throughout the store, remerchandise and restock as needed
Ensure the sales floor is clean– including dusting, taking out trash and restocking bathrooms
Monitor music and temperature to ensure a pleasant shopping experience

Studio Assistance

Assist store owners in repairing, washing, ironing and restoring vintage clothing
Tag, sort, and unbox stock
Photograph items for the website and/or Instagram
Misc store needs such as running errands, moving store fixtures, etc.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND AVAILABILITY

Minimum of 2 years retail or similar customer-facing experience
Basic sewing skills
Weekend availability and at least two weekday availability
Interest in working with a new and growing brand
Vintage knowledge is a plus
Shopify knowledge is a plus
Must be able to lift 40 lbs for this position

COMPENSATION

$25/hour at approximately 25-30 hours per week. Accrued sick and vacation days. Opportunities for growth.

About Us

Coming soon to brick and mortar in Brooklyn Heights, Darling is the creation of two local mothers with careers spanning fashion, costume design, and retail, whose deep-rooted love of collecting and creating comes to life in a neighborhood store to be enjoyed by children and their parents alike.

Whether made here in NYC, sourced from designers around the world, or carefully curated vintage, our collection of children’s clothing, gifts, and accessories is meant to be loved today and passed down tomorrow. Darling will open November 1st on Atlantic between Clinton and Henry.

How to Apply

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