Studs · 4 months ago
Part-Time Apprentice Piercer
Charleston, SC
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17.50/hr - $18/hr
3+ years expStuds is a leading ear piercing and earring brand recognized for its innovative approach in retail. They are seeking Part-Time Apprentice Piercers to undergo a comprehensive training program that combines classroom learning and hands-on experience, ultimately leading to a position as an Associate Piercer.
ConsumerJewelryRetail
Responsibilities
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
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
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 best in class service to everyone in the Studio
Provides solutions-oriented feedback and is open-minded to receiving it
Qualification
Required
3 years of relevant work experience
Availability: 4-29 hours per week, working weekends and holidays
Must pierce a minimum 18 appointments a day
Must be able to visually inspect ear anatomy to execute advanced piercings
Must be able to deliver piercings with a steady hand
Must be able to lift 20 lbs
Must be able to handle chemicals safely
Travel to a NYC studio for the duration of the training program (paid by Studs)
Driven, creative problem solver that consistently acts with integrity and speaks up
Owner's mindset, with the ability to approach feedback and problems with a positive attitude
Preferred
At least two years as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist (performing venipunctures and/or finger sticks) preferred
Benefits
Paid Safe & Sick Leave Accrual
FSA Health and Commuter Tax-Advantaged Accounts
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Exclusive Employee Discounts on Piercings and Jewelry (we’ve got your friends and family covered too!)
Company
Studs
Studs is a piercing studio meant to appeal to a conscious millennial and Gen-Z customer.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$23MKey Investors
Spark CapitalFirst Round Capital
2021-10-05Series B· $20M
2019-11-20Seed· $3M
Leadership Team
Anna Harman
Co-Founder and CEO
Lisa Bubbers
Co-Founder, Board Member & Advisor
Recent News
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