The Chesapeake Arts Center is growing! We are always looking for capable, hard-working and fun individuals who are passionate about our mission. Please see the opportunities below and apply today.
CAC’s mission is to cultivate and deliver innovative arts and education programs that inspire joy, creativity and collaboration within our community. At CAC, we encourage and promote open-minded thinking and honest dialogue and utilize the arts as a catalyst for cross-cultural collaborations that celebrate and embrace our community’s rich diversity. We also believe in providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons in our recruitment and hiring practices.
Guest Services Assistant
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Guest Services Assistant is the first point of contact for Chesapeake Arts Center (CAC) via phone or in person.
As the ‘face’ of our organization, the successful candidate will be presentable and friendly, with outstanding customer
service skills, showing close attention to detail and follow-through, initiative, and problem-solving abilities.
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● Greet people who enter the building, answering any questions, providing directions to appropriate rooms, and
alerting staff when someone is there to meet or visit them.
● Utilize the CAC website and Art Center Canvas back-end database to look up class information, register
participants in classes, or provide other information to visitors about CAC programs.
● Answer a multiple line phone system, manage calls by routing them to the proper extensions or taking
messages and delivering them to appropriate staff via email
● Assist visitors with disabilities with accessing the lift or other accommodations to ensure equal access and a
positive, respectful experience.
● Manage the building log of who is entering and exiting the building.
● Accept deliveries and deliver packages to appropriate staff people.
● Maintain the reception area and front entranceway, keeping it clean and free of clutter, and ensuring a
welcoming, accessible environment for all visitors. Ensure promotional materials are plentiful and stocked in the
lobby area; alert Marketing staff if supplies run low. Monitor the galleries adjacent to the reception area, ensuring
visitors can access and enjoy the artwork in the galleries. Sell CAC merchandise.
● Follow CAC safety, operations, standards and practice
● Prepare for the building to close (close galleries, turn off lights, update signs, etc)
● Other related duties and responsibilities consistent with the primary function may be assigned.
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● High school diploma/GED required
● Communicate under pressure: ability to effectively communicate with people in stressful situations and gather
relevant information in the event of a related incident
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
● Strong customer service skills; able to assist a wide range of visitors who come to CAC for varied programs and
activities.
● Ability to create and adhere to schedules and deadlines required.
● Strong interpersonal and time management skills and attention to detail.
● Ability to be flexible in adjusting to changing priorities and daily activities.
● Ability to work under deadlines and multi-tasking pressure in a busy environment with frequent interruptions.
● Valid driver’s license.
● Ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish
● Ability to learn CAC software programs.
● Confident and outgoing personality.
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This is a weekend position, Saturday and Sunday (9:30am -4pm). The salary is $16/hour.
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected for this
position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All
personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
CAC does not discriminate in offering equal access with respect to employment terms and conditions on the basis of
age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin,
race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or protected veteran's status and is committed to creating an inclusive
environment for all employees.
How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to pwilliams@chesapeakearts.org, Pamala Williams, Director, Finance/HR.
NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE!
MakerSpace Technician
The Chesapeake Arts Center (CAC) is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic maker to join our team as a MakerSpace Technician for our Open Studio program.
The Michael Stanley MakerSpace integrates STEM and the ARTS by providing an environment that supports the development of hands-on skills, design, and critical thinking. Our space aims to bring all the above disciplines together to facilitate a community for art, entrepreneurship, and making. The MakerSpace includes spaces for a variety of disciplines, including a woodshop, screen printing studio, a laser and vinyl cutting lab, and 3D printing lab.
The MakerSpace serves a diverse population of users, from children to adults, from beginners to advanced makers — including students, teachers, hobbyists, and retirees — and is open to the public during Open Studio hours.
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This employee will supervise the MakerSpace during Open Studio hours, responsible for supervising members, maintaining equipment and facilities, and instructing safety trainings on various machinery. The Technician will report any Open Studio issues or needs as well as the status of ongoing tasks and projects directly to the MakerSpace Manager, who oversees day-to-day operations of the space. Previous experience and Proficiency in one or more areas of making is expected. The applicant must complete all basic safety courses and demonstrate proficiency prior to working Open Studio hours alone.
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Reporting directly to the Education Director on day-to-day tasks, projects, Open Studio operations, and material/maintenance needs.
Maintaining MakerSpace equipment and facilities, including cleaning, organizing, upgrading, and repair.
Ensuring Open Studio adherence to safety standard policies.
Supervising Open Studio members utilizing the MakerSpace.
Logging Open Studio attendance and managing member check-in/check-out.
Providing assistance and advice to Open Studio members (not making the projects for them).
Instructing safety trainings on a variety of machinery.
Mastering safety and basic maintenance on all equipment in the MakerSpace.
Manufacturing internal/external jobs for CAC events and activities (fabricating laser cut projects, screen printing t-shirts, etc.).
Using internal systems (Canvas) to register students for memberships and classes.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work expected for this position and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
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High school diploma.
Expertise in, or ability and motivation to learn woodworking tools and equipment, including but not limited to: a variety of saws and sanders, planer, jointer, bandsaw, etc.
Familiarity with or ability and motivation to learn digital fabrication machinery, including: laser cutter, vinyl cutter, and 3D printer(s).
Adherence to strict safety standards regarding all machinery and physical space.
Experience collaborating and working in a team-driven environment.
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to problem solve while staying organized, completing MakerSpace tasks, and taking accountability.
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Previous experience in mechanical design, fabrication, prototyping, and/or troubleshooting various equipment (e.g. bandsaw, laser cutter, etc.).
Experience in graphic design and 3D modeling software (e.g., Illustrator, Inkscape, Fusion 360,
Solidworks, OpenSCAD, SketchUp).
Personal artistic/maker practice valued.
Passion for involvement with the local maker/artist community.
Interest in working in the non-profit sector is strongly desirable.
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Hourly rate of $20/hr.
Flexible scheduling, 6–12 hrs weekly.
Access to the MakerSpace and all equipment to facilitate your personal work.
Free safety trainings in all MakerSpace areas (woodshop, screen printing, digital fabrication, 3D printing).
Participation in an active and engaged creative community.
Opportunities to propose and teach your own catalog courses and workshops.
Access to Adobe CC Suite.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume, cover letter, with the subject line “MAKERSPACE TECHNICIAN” to jobs@chesapeakearts.org. The position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.
Kids Ceramics Instructor:
Saturday Morning and Wednesdays Afternoons
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We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Kid's Ceramics Instructor to join our team! This position focuses on teaching wheel throwing and/or handbuilding to children ages 6 to 12 in a fun and supportive environment.
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Experience teaching clay to children
Positive, patient, and engaging teaching style
Availability Saturday morning classes and Wednesdays afternoon classes
Starting Aug/Sept. 2026
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Pay: $35 an hour
How to Apply: For more information or to apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter with the subject line “Kids Ceramics Instructor” to jobs@chesapeakearts.org. Position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.
Wood Shop Instructor for Adults
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We're seeking an experienced and passionate wood shop instructor to join our team! As a lead instructor, you'll teach a range of courses, from six-week workshops such as beginning woodworking, to shorter sessions focused on specific projects like cutting boards and bandsaw boxes.
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The ideal candidate will bring expertise in wood shop equipment operation and safety, a portfolio showcasing their skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for mentoring students.
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Our classes are intimate, with 4-8 students, and are scheduled on weekday evenings and weekends, with flexible scheduling options available.
Compensation: $35 an hour
How to Apply:
Please email jobs@chesapeakearts.org your resume and cover letter with either a link to your website or images of your work. Position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.
Instructors - Ongoing
CAC seeks Teaching Artists, for both in-person classes and workshops. Please send your resume and cover letter with either a link to your website or images of your work to jobs@chesapeakearts.org. CAC is currently look for instructors that work in the following disciplines:
Camp & After School Programming (Students ages 5-14)
Dance - All types; Guest Artists welcome to apply
Visual Arts – Fiber Arts, Art Classes for Elementary- High School Aged Students, and Anime & Manga
Digital – Animation, Digital Photography, Computer Programming, Graphic Design, and Adobe CC Suite Instruction
Theater – Play-writing, Improv, Musical Theatre
Music – Beginning instruments for group classes, Choir, and Musical theater
MakerSpace – Screen Printing and Sewing
