Customer & Studio Coordinator (Administration)

Lof is seeking a capable, highly organised Customer & Studio Coordinator (Administration) to support order processing, customer communication, and studio administration as the business continues to grow. This role is primarily administrative and operational, ensuring that orders, systems, and customer communication run smoothly day to day. You will work closely with the production team and founder to manage orders, shipments, and studio administration.

Hours: Part-time, 5–10 hours per week to start, Flexible/School hours
Starting Rate: $35/hour (+GST if registered)
Start date: Early 2026
Location: Waiheke Island
Contract: Independent contractor

  • Lof is a Waiheke-based textile and lighting studio designing and manufacturing lighting products from farm-sourced New Zealand wool. From our island workshop, we create small-run pieces that combine material intelligence and careful proportion, shaped by local materials and hands-on making. We are a small, values-driven team working closely across design, production, and delivery. Our studio culture is calm and focused — we work at a natural pace, do fewer things, and obsess over quality.

  • We’re looking for a Customer & Studio Coordinator (Administration) to support order processing, customer communication, and studio administration on an ongoing basis. This is a flexible, part-time role (around 5–10 hours per week ), initially working one to two days per week in our Waiheke studio, with the potential to increase as the business grows.

    The role focuses on keeping orders, systems, and customer communication organised and running smoothly. You will manage order updates, shipping bookings, and customer enquiries, ensuring information is accurate and up to date across our systems.

    You’ll work closely with our production team to ensure orders move efficiently from studio to customer. This role suits someone who is highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working with digital systems and structured processes.

    • Key responsibilities

    • Processing and updating orders in Squarespace

    • Entering addresses, weighing products, and booking shipments through courier platforms

    • Preparing and dispatching online, trade, and wholesale orders

    • Replying to customer enquiries clearly and professionally

    • Maintaining accurate order records and tracking information

    • Supporting basic studio administration and simple Xero tasks

    • Keeping customer records and systems organised and up to date

    • Assisting with general office organisation and studio coordination

Modern pendant lights with fabric shades hanging from black cords against a plain white wall.

About you

This role suits someone who enjoys structured, detail-oriented work and keeping systems running smoothly.

You likely have:

  • 2–3+ years experience in an administrative or office coordination role

  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

  • Confidence using digital systems and databases

  • Experience with order processing, logistics, or customer administration

  • Comfort working independently in a small team environment

  • A calm, practical approach to problem solving

Bonus experience (not essential):

  • Squarespace

  • Courier/logistics platforms

  • Export or shipping documentation

  • Xero

This role is ideal for someone who

  • Enjoys systems, spreadsheets, and tidy processes

  • Takes pride in accuracy and reliability

  • Likes practical, structured work

  • Is based on Waiheke Island

  • Is looking for a long-term, flexible role within a small studio

To apply

To apply, please email your CV, and a short note to Sophie Poelman at sophie@lof.nz

Subject line: Lof Customer & Studio Coordinator Application

Your note should briefly outline your relevant administrative experience and why this role interests you.

We know people don’t always meet every listed requirement — or may bring more experience than this role strictly requires. If this role feels like a good fit and you can see yourself doing good work here, we’d still love to hear from you.