Studio Manager

Compensation: $40,000–$50,000 base salary DOEIncentive: Performance bonus based on achievement/excellence of sales and revenue targets Introductory Period: 90 days

Schedule: Flexible full-time, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special eventsPOSITION OBJECTIVEThe Studio Manager will own the day-to-day operations and commercial performance of the studio. We need a hands-on, sales-driven leader who blends excellent customer service with team leadership, operational discipline, local marketing, event development, and revenue growth. This is not a back-office role. The manager must be highly visible on the studio floor, actively engaged with customers and staff, and focused on growing the business. IDEAL CANDIDATE3–5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a management role Background in retail, hospitality, events, entertainment, experiential, lifestyle, or art studio environments Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, Communications, Art, Education, or related field Proven leadership and team-management skills Strong sales and business-development mindset Excellent interpersonal and customer-service skills Professional, energetic, outgoing, organized, and dependable Entrepreneurial attitude and ownership mentality Comfortable working with families, children, adults, corporate clients, schools, and community groups Experience with social media, local marketing, events, and community outreach preferred Interest in art, ceramics, crafts, or creative experiences is a plus; training provided Proficient with POS systems, scheduling, inventory, cash controls, and basic financial reportingKEY RESPONSIBILITIESAchieve monthly and annual sales goals Grow walk-in traffic, repeat visits, parties, private events, corporate events, and group bookings Deliver an exceptional customer experience Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and motivate studio associates Oversee daily operations: opening/closing, cash handling, inventory, supplies, and vendor management Control labor and operating costs Execute social media, promotions, events, and local marketing initiatives Build relationships with schools, businesses, organizations, and community partners Maintain brand standards for safety, cleanliness, and studio operations Provide regular sales, operational, and performance reportingPERFORMANCE MEASURESSuccess will be measured by: Revenue growth and sales target achievement Party, event, and group-booking revenue Customer satisfaction, reviews, and repeat business Team performance and employee retention Labor, inventory, and cost control Local marketing and community/business development Overall quality and consistency of studio operationsCOMPENSATION &

Base salary: $40,000–$50,000 annually Performance bonus based on sales and performance targets Benefits as required by applicable federal and state law Employer health-insurance contribution: 50% Years 1–2, 75% beginning Year 3 Employee discounts, training, and professional-growth opportunities 90-DAY INTRODUCTORY PERIODThe first 90 days are an evaluation period to assess leadership, reliability, customer service, sales initiative, operations, team management, and overall fit. Employment is at-will.