- Junior
- Bureau à Asheville
Temporary Studio Assistant
Working at East Fork
East Fork began in 2010 as one potter throwing pots and filling a wood-fired kiln on an old tobacco farm in the mountains of North Carolina. Today we are one of the largest remaining dinnerware manufacturers in the US, making over 600,000 pots a year.
We're a Certified B Corporation, a distinction that speaks to our accomplishments and decisions that prioritize more than just our bottom line and hold us accountable to work for the betterment of our employees, customers, suppliers, communities, and environment. Our work is always led by our mission - In everything we do: Set a beautiful and abundant table.
We do all of this with a spirit of steadfast commitment to make products of unmatched material quality while using our business to contribute to a more joyful and equitable world.
Position Description
East Fork is seeking an organized and versatile Studio Assistant to support the daily operations of our in-house photo studio and creative team. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is comfortable wearing many hats—from managing samples and props to assisting on set, doing light post-production editing, and pitching in on graphic design projects. This position is temporary and will end at the end of 6 months.
Responsibilities
Studio & Sample Management
Receive, log, and track product samples to ensure accurate records for photography and creative use.
Assist product team with sample processing, product review and product information
Maintain organization of the photo studio, PD & buying samples, prop library, and storage areas.
Photo Shoot Support
Schedule shoots, maintain the photo/video calendar, and manage studio space.
Stage products for photography, ensuring all necessary samples and props are present ahead of shoots.
Assist photo team during shoots
Run errands for props and supplies
Arrange for crew meals when offsite
Post-Production & Creative Support
Assist with basic photo editing, retouching, and file management.
Organize, label, and archive image assets for easy retrieval.
Support the creative team with light design tasks and file updates.
Reports To
Head of Design
Department & Cost Center
3010/Product
Collaborates With
Photographer
Director of Product
Visual Merchandising Manager
Direct Reports
None
Estimated Weekly Hours
40 hours, Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm
(Due to the nature of this position, this role may be expected to work weekends and evenings as required to support photoshoots)
Classification
This position is temporary, full time, non-exempt.
Location
In-Office (Asheville, NC)
Pay Rate/Grade
East Fork shall pay you $26.29 hourly at Grade 1, Level 2
Qualifications
Working proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
Ability to lift and move props, product boxes, and set pieces as needed.
Resourceful, proactive, and flexible—able to shift gears quickly.
Interest in photography, design, and creative production
Collaborates across cultural differences
Ability to respect and communicate across lines of cultural differences
Ability to address conflict by assuming positive intent and seeking to understand
A commitment to center the active process of self awareness
Physical Demands
Lifting up to 50 lbs
Moving merchandise and equipment
Standing for extended periods in a 6-8 hours shift
Climbing step stools and ladders as needed
Ability to adhere to all safety protocols
Company Overview
East Fork is located in Asheville, NC, Atlanta, GA, and Brooklyn, NY. At our heart we are makers: we produce every piece of ceramics we sell and source other objects for the home from near and far to offer a meaningful, beautiful, and personal collection of useful objects for the home.
Values at Work
Craft: Craft is not the things we make, it’s the way we make them. It’s the spirit in which we approach our work, to make it nice, to aspire to mastery, and it demonstrates our care about the person who will use the product of our work and how our work impacts their life.
Generosity: We work towards a model of shared prosperity, setting a bigger, more inclusive, more equitable table for everyone we meet - from our employees to the communities in which we live.
Consideration: We approach each other with focus, clarity, and kindness. We think deeply about the outcome and impacts of our actions, on our organization, the individuals within it, our customers, our environment, and our community.
Curiosity: We stay in our beginner's mind, humble, aware of how much we do not know, striving earnestly and open-heartedly towards our shared success.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At East Fork, we’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We believe that a diverse team—with varied backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences—makes us a stronger, more creative, and more resilient company.
We recognize the ways systemic inequities have shaped our society and our industry. We're committed to doing the ongoing work of understanding those dynamics and creating a culture that actively fosters equity and belonging.
We strive to create an environment where all people can show up fully—as themselves—and contribute to something meaningful. We believe excellence comes not from sameness, but from the richness of our differences. This work is never finished, and we welcome every team member to join us in building a more inclusive East Fork.
