STUDS
retail
StudioManager
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“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.
creative problem-solving approach
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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