Studio Operations and Content Coordinator

Past Lives Studio is a New York based vintage and interiors studio focused on sourcing timeless objects and creating layered interiors that feel storied, thoughtful, and personal. Our work sits at the intersection of antique & vintage furniture, decorative objects, interior design, and visual storytelling.  Through our showroom, online platforms, and design projects, we curate pieces that bring history, craftsmanship, and character into contemporary spaces.

We are looking for a Studio Operations & Content Coordinator who is excited to help build and shape the next phase of the business.  You will work closely with the founder across content creation, inventory management, marketing initiatives, and showroom operations.

How to Apply

Please include the below via your handshake application: 

• Your Resume
• 3 - 5 Portfolio examples of relevant branded social media content work you’ve done in the past 
• A short note about why you're interested in working with Past Lives Studio and why you’re the right person for the role
• Tell us about one vintage object or interior you love and why 

Requirements 

• Strong interest in interior design, vintage furniture, and decorative arts
• 1 - 3 years of experience with content creation and social media
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and excited to contribute to the growth of a small but ambitious design brand
• Strong visual instincts and storytelling ability
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with the founder

Key Responsibilities

Content & Brand Storytelling

• Develop and maintain a content calendar for Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms
• Concept, pitch, shoot, and edit, copywrite & post 5x photo and video content posts on brand social media accounts per week 
• Develop recurring content series that document the studio’s process and perspective
• Track performance metrics and analyze engagement & conversion trends
• Expand the brand’s presence onto additional platforms such as Pinterest, Threads, Substack, Bluesky, and LinkedIn
• Produce weekly email newsletters highlighting new inventory and curated themes

Inventory & E-Commerce

• Maintain the studio’s inventory management system
• Create and update product listings across platforms including:
  • Shopify, 1stDibs, Chairish, Etsy, The Expert
• Research and fill in missing product details such as maker attribution, production era, and geographic origin
• Write product descriptions in the Past Lives brand voice
• Ensure product listings are SEO optimized and synced with Google Products
• Monitor product performance and identify opportunities for optimization

Marketing & Promotions

• Assist in planning and executing monthly product drops
• Develop promotional campaigns tied to new inventory, holidays, collaborations, and giveaways
• Support initiatives designed to increase:
  • newsletter subscribers
  • social media engagement
  • website traffic
  • showroom visits
• Identify opportunities for brand collaborations and partnerships
• Promote the showroom as a photoshoot location or event space

Studio Operations

• Assist with order fulfillment and shipping
• Assist with custom shipping quotes & resolve any shipping disputes 
• Help prepare & pack inventory for antique fairs and trade shows
• Support showroom operations and client visits/ customer appointments 
• Assist with photoshoots for ecomm + editorialized/lifestyle shoots 
• Help source props and prepare reference decks for creative shoots

Outreach & Partnerships

• Send inventory updates to past trade & non trade buyers & conduct outreach to interior designers that have not previously purchased
• Send inventory updates to interior stylists in promotion of our rental program 
• Research additional online marketplaces for inventory listing placement

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