ASSISTANT
STUDIO MANAGER

Job description

Knack Studio – Savannah is looking for a driven ASSISTANT STUDIO MANAGER to become a member of our team. The ideal candidate should be extremely organized, proactive and possess a firm understanding of studio operations.

The studio manager will work independently to manage the day-to-day needs of the studio and its Independent Artists while reporting directly to the owner.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Ensure general studio cleaning is completed weekly

  • Load, fire, and unload kilns in a manner that maximizes time and efficiency; Set schedule for firing ensuring class wares are ready for pick up within 2-3 weeks of finished class.

  • Mix community dipping glazes

  • Management of reclaimed clay

  • Maintain equipment such as kilns and furniture, slab rollers, pugmill, and wheels; coordinate repair of equipment as needed.

  • Train and manage studio assistants via weekly to do lists.

  • Onboard new Independent Artists and employees.

  • Oversee Glaze Your Own Attendants during walk-in studio hours.

  • Check schedule weekly and ensure all classes are prepped in advance.

  • Uphold and promote studio rules as outlined in the Independent Artist Agreement.

  • Able to multitask and be pro-active, can work without supervision.

  • Work with the owner and team to identify and implement studio systems.

EXPECTATIONS:

  • Be on time and prepared for each shift.

  • Be a friendly, helpful resource in the studio and maintain a positive, patient presence with other members.

  • Communicate urgent needs to owner in person or via a phone call; less urgent needs should be communicated via studio notebook.

  • Report to owner and communicate with members any drips, explosions, or issues with work causing damage.

  • Speak with owner directly in the case of any uncertainty.

Schedule:

  • Part-Time

  • 3-4 hour shifts (12-15hr/wk)

  • Daytime & Evening shifts

  • MUST HAVE weekend availability

Perks:

Unlimited studio membership ($220/mo value). Employee Discount on Glaze Your Own Pottery for friends and family. Free classes & workshops (based on availability).
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Pay: $18-20/hr

Work Location: In person

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TO APPLY:
Please submit cover letter, resume and examples of work to hello@knack.studio. Subject: ASSISTANT STUDIO MANAGER: FIRST & LAST NAME.