Studio Manager

Job Title: Studio Manager
Location: Black Olive Pottery Studio – 211 Loudon Road, Suite D, Concord, NH 03301
Job Type: Part-Time | Approx. 20 hrs/week (with potential for full-time as we grow)
Reports To: Studio Owner

About Black Olive Pottery Studio

Black Olive Pottery Studio is a vibrant, community-driven ceramics studio dedicated to creativity, inclusivity, and the joy of handmade craft. We offer wheel-throwing and hand-building opportunities for artists of all levels—from complete beginners to professional ceramicists. Our studio is a space to explore, grow, and connect.

Position Summary

We’re seeking a dependable, friendly, and proactive Studio Manager to help us maintain a safe, inspiring, and well-run ceramic studio environment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of ceramics, a welcoming and hospitable demeanor, and an organized approach to studio operations. This is a hands-on role that blends studio maintenance, member support, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Community Support & Studio Culture
  
  
  • Greet prospective members and provide studio tours
    
     
  • Answer questions about memberships, classes, and studio best practices
    
     
  • Help onboard new members and foster an inclusive, respectful environment
    
     
• Studio Oversight & Communication
  
  
  • Help enforce studio policies and support member success
    
     
  • Act as the point of contact when the owner is not on site
    
     
  • Communicate regularly with the owner about studio needs, schedules, and member feedback
• Kiln Operations
  
  
  • Load, unload, and fire electric kilns (bisque and glaze) on a regular schedule
    
     
  • Maintain firing logs and kiln safety protocols
    
     
  • Monitor kiln health and perform basic troubleshooting
    
     
• Clay Recycling & Studio Upkeep
  
  
  • Manage clay reclaim system and keep recycled clay in rotation
    
     
  • Keep studio workspaces clean, safe, and organized
    
     
  • Track supply levels and alert owner when orders are needed
    
     
• Glaze Management
  
  
  • Mix, label, and maintain studio glazes in safe and consistent batches
    
     
  • Ensure glazes are well-stocked, strained, and applied safely
    
     
  • Troubleshoot glaze issues and maintain glaze test tiles
    
     

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in ceramics, including kiln firing, glaze mixing, and clay recycling
  
   
• Friendly, clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills
  
   
• Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple studio tasks
  
   
• Able to lift 50 lbs and perform physical studio duties
  
   
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative
  
   
• Availability on evenings or weekends is a plus
  
   

Compensation

Hourly pay range: $18–$22/hour, commensurate with experience. Includes access to studio space, materials discounts, and opportunities for creative growth.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume through this application form and reach out with any questions about the position to hello@blackolivepottery.com. We’d love to hear about your experience in ceramics and what excites you about supporting a creative community.