Stationery Fest Team
NOW HIRING
Working with Stationery Fest invites you to be part of an internationally recognized event that celebrates the global stationery community.
All leadership roles run from late January through mid August 2026 and work closely with the Event Directors and Executive Producer. Must be available on-site during the festival week:
July 26 – August 2, 2026.
Open Positions
6 leadership roles available
Operations Leader
Oversees the physical and logistical execution of the festival. Responsible for venue coordination, floor plans, booth set-ups, and overall day-of operations.
⟟ Brooklyn/Manhattan 🕓 10–20 hrs/week 🗒 Jan–Aug 2026
Responsibilities
Coordinate with venue (Industry City) staff and vendors
Create and manage operational schedules and volunteers
Oversee setup, breakdown, and on-site logistics
Ensure smooth delivery of inventory to the assigned booths
Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues during the event
Requirements
Must be based in Brooklyn or Manhattan
Must be able to attend weekly 1-2 hour planning meeting, and lead volunteer meetings
Availability of 10–20 hours per week is required, with flexibility for additional hours as the event approaches
Must be available on-site during the festival week: July 26 – August 2, 2026
Exhibitor Leader
Serves as the main point of contact for exhibitors, supporting them from onboarding through load-out to ensure a smooth and welcoming experience.
⟟ Brooklyn/Manhattan 🕓 10–20 hrs/week 🗒 Jan–Aug 2026
Responsibilities
Manage exhibitor communications and timelines
Support table assignments and exhibitor needs prior and on the day of the events
Answer questions regarding exhibitor accommodations
Coordinate exhibitor load-in and load-out
Support with their marketing and promotional needs
Run the exhibitor support desk during the event
Requirements
Must be based in Brooklyn or Manhattan
Must be able to attend weekly 1-2 hour planning meeting, and lead volunteer meetings
Availability of 10–20 hours per week is required, with flexibility for additional hours as the event approaches
Must be available on-site during the festival week: July 26 – August 2, 2026
Plus
Japanese bilingual
Sponsorship Management Leader
Manages sponsor relationships and ensures all sponsorship benefits and deliverables are executed clearly and professionally.
⟟ Brooklyn/Manhattan 🕓 10–20 hrs/week 🗒 Jan–Aug 2026
Responsibilities
Communicate with sponsors and confirm deliverables
Coordinate logo placement, signage, and sponsor recognition
Support sponsored projects and activations to ensure brand presence onsite
Ensure sponsor satisfaction before, during, and after the event
Requirements
Must be based in Brooklyn or Manhattan
Must be able to attend weekly 1-2 hour planning meeting, and lead volunteer meetings
Availability of 10–20 hours per week is required, with flexibility for additional hours as the event approaches
Must be available on-site during the festival week: July 26 – August 2, 2026
Guest Experience Leader
Designs and oversees the attendee journey, ensuring smooth entry, clear wayfinding, and a welcoming, organized environment.
⟟ Brooklyn/Manhattan 🕓 10–20 hrs/week 🗒 Jan–Aug 2026
Responsibilities
Oversee registration and ticket scanning operations
Manage signage, queues, and flow of attendees
Train and support guest-facing volunteers
Maintain a welcoming and efficient atmosphere
Answer any logistical questions the guests may have
Requirements
Must be based in Brooklyn or Manhattan
Must be able to attend weekly 1-2 hour planning meeting, and lead volunteer meetings
Availability of 10–20 hours per week is required, with flexibility for additional hours as the event approaches
Must be available on-site during the festival week: July 26 – August 2, 2026
Marketing & Communications Leader
Leads the festival's messaging and promotion across all communication channels.
⟟ Brooklyn/Manhattan 🕓 10–20 hrs/week 🗒 Jan–Aug 2026
Responsibilities
Develop social calendars and manage social media, newsletters, and announcements
Maintain brand voice and visual consistency of Stationery Fest
Support promotional campaigns and ticket sales
Coordinate with photographers and content creators
Requirements
Must be based in Brooklyn or Manhattan
Must be able to attend weekly 1-2 hour planning meeting, and lead volunteer meetings
Availability of 10–20 hours per week is required, with flexibility for additional hours as the event approaches
Must be available on-site during the festival week: July 26 – August 2, 2026
Plus
Experience managing a company's social media
Appreciation for stationery community
Volunteer Leader
Recruits, trains, schedules, and supports volunteers, ensuring a positive and well-organized volunteer experience.
⟟ Brooklyn/Manhattan 🕓 10–20 hrs/week 🗒 Jan–Aug 2026
Responsibilities
Build volunteer schedules and role assignments
Lead volunteer orientations and training sessions
Serve as the main support and point of contacts for volunteers
Foster clear communication and strong team morale
Requirements
Must be based in Brooklyn or Manhattan
Must be able to attend weekly 1-2 hour planning meeting, and lead volunteer meetings
Availability of 10–20 hours per week is required, with flexibility for additional hours as the event approaches
Must be available on-site during the festival week: July 26 – August 2, 2026
Plus
Prior experience managing a group of volunteers
Be part of an internationally recognized creative event
Why Work with Stationery Fest?
Collaborate with artists, designers, and Japanese & global stationery brands
Work in a deeply community-driven, inclusive environment
Gain high-level production and leadership experience
Gain high-level production and leadership experience
Gain hands-on experiences with festival development
Ready to Apply?
If you're interested in taking on a leadership role and being part of one of the first and largest Stationery Festivals in the United States, we'd love to hear from you.
Include your resume and which role(s) interest you