saloon 2
partnered with f. miller: new members from the strategist, seed, hinge, vox; spotlight ivey redding; opps at graza, mater soap, magic molecule; discounts from f miller; invite-only design lecture
new member welcome!
so grateful to have new members from The Strategist, Seed, Hinge, Sweetgreen, National Geographic, four new editors from Vox in the beauty, fashion, entertainment, tech, food/bev, and lifestyle spaces, Mailchimp, Sirius XM, Squarespace, as well as Callisto Farm, an upstate farm hosting events with every East Coast chef you follow on Instagram, and F. Miller, our newsletter sponsor.
updated members list here so you can always get a sense of who you might be able to connect with through saloon!
about the sponsor: F. Miller
F. Miller specializes in select staples, luxurious in their inherent minimalism, and uncompromising botanically based products created from the highest quality ingredients, meticulously formulated for daily use. F. Miller is offering saloon members exclusive access to its High Summer Speed Sale. They’re extending 50% off for 4 hours only the week of August 12th. Sign up here to be notified of the exact date & time of the sale.
member spotlight: ivey redding
Ivey Redding is a freelance photographer/cinematographer living in Brooklyn. She’s currently available for “photo shoots of any kind - most of my work leans lifestyle, filmy, etc.” You can reach out through Instagram or at iveyaredding@gmail.com.
something you read/saw recently you enjoyed:
I saw Janet Planet recently and it made me giddy. It's a movie written by the playwright, Annie Baker, and it narrows in on the relationship of a mother and her daughter in rural Massachusetts. I think I really loved it because it reminded me of what it felt like to be a 10-year-old only child trying her best to make sense of life and adulthood. The observant kid who quietly paid very close attention to her surroundings, but was always kept just barely out of the earshot of adult conversations. I love anything packed with layers of complex nostalgia, so I just really loved this.
you love when this happens:
I love it when I time my ETA perfectly. With the trains being absolutely unpredictable and bus times never making any sense, to arrive exactly on time is a feeling like none other. True elation. I am very punctual and time management driven, so I seek this gratification...constantly.
last thing you bought irl:
In an effort to instigate some sense of momentum and change in my life, this week I did what many do and got a haircut. Bangs, specifically. So my most recent IRL purchases were various clips and bobby pins from Duane Reade to try to tame the beast I just created.
life hack:
Make a priority of buying very good sourdough bread from the farmers market or local bakery, then immediately slice the full loaf and freeze it. When you want bread (which for me, is daily) take a slice out to toast as needed and it will remain incredibly fresh and delicious. You will never stress about stale bread again. Also, only ever buy salted butter (specifically Isigny Ste Mère with sea salt crystals). It's the most simple pathway to happiness.
upcoming dinner reservation?
My most recent reservation was actually earlier this week, for Inga's Bar in Brooklyn Heights. It's my favorite spot - low-key and neighborhoody. Everything on the menu is perfect, but I go for the cheeseburger and fries (I am a child). I'd argue it's the best burger in town and they just added key lime pie to the menu and it's the best I've had in NYC by a landslide.
what are you doing this weekend?
I'm actually going to Denver to visit some friends from college! I had to ask them what I should pack - I fear my dainty mary janes and crisp, white Doen skirt are going to stand out against the sea of Melanzana hoodies and Chacos.
jobs & gig opportunities
Graza is looking for a graphic designer & illustrator to join their team. Candidate will have 2-5+ years experience, ideally in-house at a brand and bonus points if food & bev but not required! This will be a part time role (20-30 hrs/week) to start with very significant potential for it to become full-time within the next 3-6 months. Job listing is here, or email kali@graza.com.
Stissing House is hiring:
An experienced server to join their team FT/PT, $10/hour + tips. Email hello@stissinghouse.com with resume.
PT Feasts Bartender for August and beyond, $10/hour + tips. Email feasts@stissinghouse.com with resume.
Vitsky Bakery needs a cashier beginning Aug. 23. Must like chatting with customers, slinging and eating baked goods. Competitive pay and very good tips. Email hello@vitskybakery.com.
Mater Soap is hiring a WS Fulfillment Lead & Studio Assistant. PT (Tues, Wed, Thurs), beginning at $20/hour. More details and application here.
Magic Molecule is putting out feelers for an entry/junior level NY-based person to join the brand team, helping out with social media/marketing support (could skew more influencer or more content creation depending on the person). Email sarah@magicmolecule.com.
Isometric, a carbon removal registry, is hiring a partnership manager (NYC/London) and a communications manager (London).
partnership opps
Autumn Sonata is looking for a location to shoot their next campaign—NYC, upstate NY, etc. Aug 13 or 14. DM @autumnsonata.
Hera NYC is a Brooklyn-based roaming restaurant looking for a place to host their next event! Conceived as a space for communal engagement and storytelling through the lens of food and agriculture, Hera was born out of the desire to reimagine restaurant sustainability. Reach out through their website or Instagram.
Danielle Donchetz works with food/bev and home decor brands including Primal Kitchen, Sanzo, Crow Canyon Home, ALOHA and Mason Dixie Foods. They’re always looking for creative ways to partner with like-minded brands on collaborations and events. Please reach out with any ideas! danielle@danielledonchetz.com.
available for hire
Molly, a florist and botanical-centric set designer and founder of Saint Agnes, specializes in branded dinners (for Meta, Pandora, and others), set dressing (for Neiman Marcus and Sephora), and loves any event that allows her tell stories through flowers. Would love to connect for any personal or professional flower needs that you may have through her website or on IG: @saintagnes.studio.
Isabel Watkins works in nonprofit development in NYC. I have a background in intl law and am currently a volunteer at the Merchants House Museum (a perfectly preserved early 19th - 20th c. family home!) in NOHO. I’m very interested in museum collections (textiles and garments specifically), registrar, public programming and events! I’m currently on The Hunt for a job. I’m passionate about in the academic, museum or arts and cultural heritage spaces. Email isabelmwatkins@gmail.com.
Sophie Lipitz is a forager, creative consultant, and CHEF 4 HIRE specifically looking to collaborate with brands and businesses to launch new products/celebrate teams/etc. Particularly interested in non-restaurant cooking and activating commercial/natural/public spaces into dining experiences. Seeking especially non-logical collaborations (e.g. a slipper company or a hardware store) and opportunities to feed the community for free. Pitch me! My work can be seen at lipitz.com.
Leah Yassky, a movement director based in NYC, works on film & photo sets to choreograph and create dynamic movement for creative projects including music videos, brand campaigns, fashion runway shows, and live performance. Beyond on-set work, she teaches movement workshops, and would love to bring these classes to your retreats or community-building events. Hit her line @yas.sky or leah.yassky@gmail.com.
events
Visionary Projects is hosting Interior Design & Collective As A Lifestyle on Aug 6., from 6:30pm-8pm in New York. Email members@visionaryprojects.org for an invite and location.
Gondola is hosting a coffee chat for creators in Paris, Aug. 7 at 9:30am. You can RSVP here. Your coffee (and maybe a croissant or two) is free if you sign up for a free Gondola account.
From Ben Dietz (author of
): I 'chair' a weekly breakfast in Williamsburg (every Weds starting 8:30am at Le Crocodile) that has turned into a worldwide series of recurring get togethers. TLDR: everyone is invited, you pay only for what you order, and there's no agenda / requirements /pitches. Just a great hang with smart people from across media, marketing, entertainment, and hospitality. Offshoots in London, Mexico City, Vegas, Philly, Austin, Milan and others (and even Manhattan, haha). LA, Paris and others to com has all the details every Monday - would be glad to have any/all salooneers join any time.
saloon fyi:
Arianna Cho (@ariavicho), a former buyer and merchandiser for brands like Issey Miyake and Loewe has made a full pivot into the world of Sake. Along with her husband, and business partner, they’re opening a project (opening next month in LES) called Sake Bar Asoko from the same minds as beloved Sake Bar Decibel. If you want to follow, they’re on Instagram @sakebarasoko.
classifieds
If anyone is interested in a lease in Los Angeles (Glendale specifically) lmk — we have an open room in my 3 bed/1.5 bath house starting Sept 1. $1300/mo w laundry, parking + a yard w orange trees! email kylieeharrington@gmail.com if interested.
Zab Shavrick and their partner are looking to sublet in NYC/Brooklyn from Sept. 23 – Oct. 2. If anyone has any leads, email hi@zabshavrick.com.
we’re looking at this time for more brands to join our community! please reach out by emailing juliafharrison@gmail.com.