STUDS

ApprenticePiercer

$0–0k Venice, California, United States PART TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Apprentice Piercer at STUDS. Skills: Ear piercing, Client education, Safety standards. Meet and exceed expectations. Educate clients on Studs’ experience”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Creative problem solver

Eligibility Requirements

Travel for training, Flexible schedule, Work evenings, Work weekends, Work holidays, Work Saturdays, Work Sundays, Attend work as scheduled, Up to 29 hours per week

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3 years relevant work experience, Must pierce 18 appointments a day, Must visually inspect ear anatomy, Must deliver piercings with steady hand, Must lift 20 lbs, Must handle chemicals safely

Nice to Have

At least two years as Medical Assistant, At least two years as Phlebotomist

What You'll Do.

Meet and exceed expectations

Educate clients on Studs’ experience

Deliver professional communication with clients

Leverage Studs’ resources and policies

Become well-versed in operating procedures

Ensure client experience standards are met

Ensure work safety standards are met

Show consistent record keeping

Keep record of maintenance

Keep record of sterilized inventory

Prioritize Studio compliance

Be accountable to standard operating procedures

Be accountable to company policy

Escalate when help is needed

Provide best in class service

Provide solutions-oriented feedback

How You'll Work.

Communication Scope

Professional communication

Full Job Description

Studs is a category-defining ear piercing and earring brand named one of “the 10 most innovative companies in retail for 2023” by Fast Company. Studs connects ear piercing with aftercare and earring shopping to create an end-to-end Earscaping® experience. We offer a better retail and digital experience that prioritizes safety and expertise in a cool, fun and welcoming environment, along with a wide earring assortment—all at an accessible price point. Want to get paid to become a piercer at Studs? Apprentices undergo a minimum 6-week paid piercing training program inclusive of classroom style learning, observation, and hands-on training. We are looking for Apprentices to join our training program that will kickoff for the first 6 weeks in one of our studio locations.. Upon successful completion of the program, graduated Apprentices will become eligible for part-time Associate Piercer positions at our Abbot Kinney, CA studio. Hourly Rate: Graduated apprentices make $24/hour as Associate Piercers, plus tips During the 6-week training program, apprentices make $18/hour, plus tips Key Responsibilities: REVENUE Service Oriented Embodies our performance-oriented culture by meeting and exceeding expectations Serves as a brand ambassador: educates clients on the unique Studs’ experience through our selling cycle Delivers confident, clear, and professional communication with clients during their entire Studs’ experience OPERATIONS Decision Quality & Execution Leverages Studs’ resources and policies in decision making Becomes well-versed in piercing operating procedures and regulations to ensure client experience and work safety standards are met Shows consistent and detailed record keeping of all maintenance, sterilized inventory and tools TALENT Integrity Prioritizes Studio compliance and is accountable to standard operating procedures and company policy Admits mistakes and is not afraid to escalate when help is needed Lives out our Core Values Shows consistency by providing

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