Creative Ventures Fellow

Department: Career Design Studio

Status: Hours needed each week: 5-10 Expected Duration of Job: Fall 2025

Salary range: Pay: $15.00

Summary Statement: Working with the Director of Creative Enterprises, the Creative Ventures Fellow will support and mentor student entrepreneurs at Montserrat. The position is a unique training and collaborative opportunity to gain hands-on experience in business development, marketing, and project management within a creative environment. The Fellow will act as a liaison and partner, helping students transform their creative ideas into viable businesses. 

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Work directly with the Director of Creative Enterprises to support the development and launch of student-led businesses and projects
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities for creative ventures
• Assist in developing business plans, marketing strategies, and financial models for various projects
• Provide logistical and administrative support for workshops, events, and other programming related to entrepreneurship
• Serve as a key liaison between the Creative Enterprises office and the student body

Learning Outcomes:

• The student employee has the ability to work independently and on a deadline
• The student employee will collaborate with others on various ideas and projects
• The student employee will proactively seek and embrace development opportunities, and seek opportunities to learn
• The student employee will communicate clearly and organize their thoughts so others can understand
• The student employee will solicit and use feedback from multiple perspectives to make inclusive and equity-minded decisions

Working Conditions/Physical Demands: Lift and carry materials up to 20 lbs. Related to events, workshops, or setting up displays. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods while working on a computer or assisting with events. Manual dexterity is required for tasks such as using a keyboard, handling art supplies, or organizing documents. Mobility to navigate the campus and various studio spaces to meet with students and faculty.

Number of Positions: 1