STUDS

retail

StudioManager

$75–80k Newport Beach, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Studio Manager at STUDS. Skills: revenue growth, operational excellence, team culture. Oversees all aspects of the Studio. leading a high-performing team”

What You'll Achieve.

driving revenue growth; operational excellence; ensuring a best-in-class experience for every Studs customer; achieving business goals

Industry & Context.

retail
Problems you'll solve

creative problem-solving approach

Eligibility Requirements

Must work on-site five days per week at minimum (40 hours) and maintain open availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (no overnights), Weekend availability (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) is required, excluding approved PTO, Comfortable standing for extended periods (up to 8+ hours) and able to lift/move at least 20 lbs, Able to handle chemicals safely and follow all relevant health and safety protocols

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Must work on-site five days per week at minimum (40 hours) and maintain open availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (no overnights), Weekend availability (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) is required, excluding approved PTO, Comfortable standing for extended periods (up to 8+ hours) and able to lift/move at least 20 lbs, Able to handle chemicals safely and follow all relevant health and safety protocols, operational and financial acumen with a track record of achieving business goals, Brings a positive attitude, ownership mindset, and creative problem-solving approach, Highly organized, scrappy when needed, and able to navigate dynamic change using available tools and resources

Nice to Have

Leadership experience with jewelry, piercing, or retail services a plus, Proven success leading a team of 7+ employees, including specialized skill roles

What You'll Do.

Oversees all aspects of the Studio

leading a high-performing team

ensuring a best-in-class experience for every Studs customer

manage both the retail and piercing operations of the Studio

driving revenue growth

operational excellence

setting clear expectations

and cultivating an environment where customers and team members alike thrive

responsible for all aspects of studio performance

from customer experience and compliance to scheduling and staffing

primary point of accountability for the Studio’s success

scheduling within labor allocations

ensures payroll accuracy through regular audits

Maintains high operational standards

ensuring compliance with piercing procedures

health and safety protocols

and inventory control practices

Partners with Piercing Leadership to uphold technical standards

and best practices for Piercers in the Studio

Welcomes and educates customers on the unique Studs experience

delivering exceptional service every time

Leads by example in service recovery best practices and ensures feedback loops are built into daily operations

Monitors Studio reviews and customer feedback

identifying and escalating trends to drive continuous improvement

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partners with Piercing Leadership to uphold technical standards, training, and best practices for Piercers in the Studio

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. *Please Note: The official title for this role will be Studio Manager* Location: Newport Beach, CA | Reports to: Regional Manager | Full Time Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000 The Studio Manager oversees all aspects of the Studio, leading a high-performing team and ensuring a best-in-class experience for every Studs customer. You’ll manage both the retail and piercing operations of the Studio, driving revenue growth, operational excellence, and a strong team culture. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who is passionate about delivering results through people — setting clear expectations, coaching performance, and cultivating an environment where customers and team members alike thrive. You’ll be responsible for all aspects of studio performance, from customer experience and compliance to scheduling and staffing, and you’ll be the primary point of accountability for the Studio’s success. Key Responsibilities: Operational Excellence follows up consistently to ensure execution Owns scheduling within labor allocations and ensures payroll accuracy through regular audits Maintains high operational standards, ensuring compliance with piercing procedures, health and safety protocols, and inventory control practices Partners with Piercing Leadership to uphold technical standards, training, and best practices for Piercers in the Studio Customer Experience Welcomes and educates customers on the unique Studs experience, delivering exceptional service every time Leads by example in service recovery best practices and ensur

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