Awesome

Call for Passionate Innovators & Community Builders
Location: Lexington, Kentucky (on-site)
Who We Are
Awesome Inc exists to help people pursue their definition of awesome by growing the tech and startup ecosystem in Central Kentucky. We support entrepreneurs, innovators, learners, and builders through community events, education programs, custom software solutions, and a collaborative workspace. Our work spans:

• Entrepreneurship support and accelerator programs
• Technical training and coding education for all ages
• Custom web/app development through our sister company, APAX Software
• Coworking and creative space fostering community and collaboration

We're always looking for passionate, curious, and driven people who thrive in environments that value creativity, teamwork, and impact.
Who Should Apply
Are you someone who:

• Believes in community, creativity, and collaboration?
• Wants to make a real impact on startup ecosystems?
• Enjoys taking on new challenges, wearing multiple hats, and learning on the job?
• Brings energy, initiative, and a problem-solving mindset?

If so, we want to hear from you.
Areas of Interest
We're building a diverse, interdisciplinary team. Tell us where your talents lie:
1. Community & Events

• Planning and executing events that bring people together
• Building relationships with partners and entrepreneurs
• Enhancing community engagement and experience

2. Software & Technical Development

• Front-end or back-end development (web, mobile, tools)
• Technical delivery and team support
• Working on real-world coding projects with impact

3. Creative & Marketing

• Content creation (writing, video, social media, design)
• Storytelling to share our mission and spotlight community members
• Digital strategy to help grow awareness

4. Operations & Strategy

• Supporting internal operations that keep our work running smoothly
• Project coordination across teams and programs
• Helping develop systems and processes that scale

5. Education & Training

• Teaching and mentoring learners of all ages
• Designing curriculum and instructional materials
• Supporting learners through hands-on experiences

Don't worry if your skills don't fit neatly into one category - we value versatile, growth-mindset contributors.
What You Bring
Tell us about your:

• Skills, experience, and what energizes you
• Why Awesome Inc resonates with you
• Examples of work you're proud of (projects, portfolio, ideas)
• What you're excited to learn or build next

We're especially excited to hear from people who are:

• Self-motivated and initiative-driven
• Comfortable in dynamic, cross-functional environments
• Eager to contribute to community impact
• Quick learners and adaptable to evolving challenges

Why Join Us
You'll have the opportunity to:

• Work in a hub that connects entrepreneurs, makers, and innovators
• Grow professionally through collaboration and real-world projects
• Shape a role that maximizes your talents and aligns with our mission
• Be part of a mission-driven culture fostering growth and impact

Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 3 years of directly relevant experience
• Able to regularly work weekends/non-traditional hours from a variety of Central KY locations

COMPETENCIES:

• Passionate about sharing all that Kentucky has to offer
• Comfortable with a minimal amount of direction but high expectations
• Able to build rapport with individuals from varying cultures, experiences, and backgrounds
• Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills
• Highly organized with ability to multitask, collaborate, problem solve, and meet deadlines
• Service minded individual who projects a positive and professional attitude in all interactions
• Strong Google Docs game (Sheets, docs, slides, etc)
• Comfortable with social media marketing and proficient with software such as Zoom, Slack, etc.
• Strong networker who is comfortable advocating

Benefits
Competitive pay and perks.