Retail and Events Associate
Gladly Gather is a space for everyone, and we welcome applicants of all backgrounds. Black, Indigenous, and people of color, as well as those with lived experience in advocacy work, are strongly encouraged to apply.
IF YOU'RE READY TO APPLY
PART-TIME ☻ NASHVILLE, TN
Gladly Gather is a community space and gift shop in Nashville, TN, housing gifts and gatherings that celebrate belonging. We're rooted in values of justice, belonging, and dignity, and our events and experiences bring those values to life! In our retail shop, we carry illustrated art, stationery, and other goods that inspire everyday advocates to seek justice and stay hopeful. We focus on stocking brands founded by members of historically excluded communities.
Gladly Gather also functions as the HQ of Oh Happy Dani, an illustration-based lifestyle & creative activism brand with a thriving online community and shop. We're a small-but-mighty team dedicated to intentional, bold, and inspiring good work.
If you value building community, creating welcoming spaces, and working with a team of like-minded folks, this position could be for you!
ABOUT GLADLY GATHER
ABOUT THE ROLE
Retail
- Operate the point of sale system and create a welcoming experience for guests
- Keep the shop stocked and visually merchandised
- Coordinate with the Operations Coordinator to balance inventory between Gladly Gather and the Oh Happy Dani online shop
- Daily opening and closing duties of the space, including cleaning, organizing, and additional shop tasks as needed
- Assist with the fulfillment of online shop orders
- Serve as first point of contact for venue rental inquiries via email
- Communicate with vendors and clients, answering questions and guiding them through the booking process
- Execute event setup and breakdown
- Support onsite at workshops and events, including check-in, materials, logistics, and more
- Are warm, organized, friendly, and calm in busy environments
- Value details and enjoy visually curating and maintaing spaces
- Can communicate clearly and professionally in writing
- Are aligned with our values around racial justice, empathy, and community
- Have experience in retail, hospitality, events, or other guest-facing roles
- Are reliable, proactive, intentional, and a self-starter who's willing to take initiative
YOU'RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:
- Part-time availability of about 15-20 hours per week, primarily Wednesdays through Saturdays as needed
- Some evenings are required for events (communicated in advance!)
- Based in Nashville, TN, for this in-person role
ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS
