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Now Hiring: Day-of Market Assistants
For one day: Summer MakersFest on July 25th, 2026
at Maple Hall in La Conner, WA
I'm hiring a small crew to help with setup, flow, vendor support and to keep the day running smoothly. If you love markets, supporting artists, and are friendly - I'd love to work with you!
Be sure to review the information on this page before submitting an application so there are no surprises later.
Open Positions
About Creative Avenue
Creative Avenue NW in an independent platform producing curated pop-up markets around Skagit Valley.
Summer MakersFest is our biggest event of the season, bringing together 40+ local artists, designers, and small-batch makers for a single day of shopping at Maple Hall in downtown La Conner.
Our crew is the reason the day works. You're the first face vendors see in the morning and the calm hand on the floor when things get busy.
Creative Avenue Markets began in 2021, founded by Frannie Bigge. She has hosted over 3 dozen markets since she began and is committed to creating experiences where vendors feel supported and welcome.
ROLE 1: 3 Assistants Needed
Setup Crew [Early Shift]
6 AM - 10 AM
$18/hour or trade options for compensation
What you'll do
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Measure, tape, and label booth spaces using our floor plan
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Direct vendors during load-in
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Carry tables, chairs, and signage to assigned spots
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Set up signage
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Stage the welcome table, info booth, and consignment booth display area
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Troubleshoot small setup issues with the lead coordinator
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Final walk-through before 10 AM doors
You're a good fit if you...
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Are a morning person and can reliably show up on time (5:45 AM call time)
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Can lift ~30 lbs and stay on your feet for the full shift
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Communicate clearly and ask questions early
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Like checklists and a fast-moving morning
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Are pro-active and can help where you see it is needed (versus waiting for directions)
ROLE 2: 2 Assistants Needed (One spot already filled)
Market Hours Assistant
9:45 AM - 4:30 PM
$18/hour or trade options for compensation
What you'll do
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Welcome shoppers and answer questions about the market and vendors
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Support vendors with breaks, restocks, and small needs throughout the day
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Run the info booth (lost & found, maps, raffles)
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Help process light POS / cash transactions at the welcome table (18+)
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Monitor floor flow and flag anything to the lead
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Light end-of-day teardown (return tables to storage, pack up remaining consignment display items and marketing materials, collect signage, remove floor tape/labels from vendor booth areas)
You're a good fit if you...
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Are warm, calm, and comfortable talking to strangers all day. Being personable is required.
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Can stand for long stretches
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Handle small problems and be pro-active throughout the
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Have any retail, hospitality, or event experience (nice to have, not required)
Compensation Options
Pick what works for you. All compensation is confirmed when you're offered a position.
Hourly
$18/hour
Mailed via check within 7 days of the market
Booth Credit
1.5x value
Trade your shift for credit toward a vendor booth at our next Creative Avenue Market (the holiday market on Saturday, Nov. 28th in Anacortes)
Consignment Credit
1.5x value
Trade your shirt (or part of your shift) for credit toward selling your art on consignment at the welcome desk
Market Host Internship
Hands-on coaching and experience
Want to learn how to host your own market or events? I will give you coaching before, during, and after the market. More details based on what you'd like to learn.
Have something else in mind? Tell us in your application and we'll do our best to make it work.
Who we're looking for
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Reliable above all else. If you say you'll be there, you're there and on time. Integrity is important
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Friendly, low-ego, and easy to work alongside
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Comfortable in a busy, slightly chaotic environment
Bonus: you're part of the Skagit Valley or PNW maker community
You do not need prior market or event experience, but that is a plus!
Day-of Logistics
Date: Saturday, July 25th, 2026
Location: Maple Hall, 104 Commercial St., La Conner, WA 98257
Venue: Indoors, ADA accessible
Market Shopping Hours: 10AM -4PM
Parking: Paid lot one block from the venue - parking vouchers will be provided for free parking all day
Bring: Closed toed shoes, a refillable water bottle, snacks, and layers
What happens next
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Apply: Takes less than 15 minutes. Please be thoughtful in your answers where applicable
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Quick Chat: If we think you are a good fit, we will schedule a 15 minute video call for an interview
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Offer + role confirmation: Including your chosen compensation option
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Prep Email + Call: A detailed email will go out the week of the event and we will have a staff call the Wednesday or Thursday before the event to go over any last minute details
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Market Day: Be sure to add it to your calendar. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early to your shift to ensure you find parking
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Payment / Credit Issued: Within 7 days of the market, a check will be mailed, or alternative compensation coordinated (booth credit or otherwise)