March 19, 2024

EDIT: Applications are now closed. We will be in contact with all who applied shortly.

Pieter is thrilled to announce that we are seeking a Studio & Operations Manager to start in April 2024. This is a newly created position at Pieter, and will start as a 6 month part-time contract, with the intention to renew as a permanent staff role at the end of the contract. This is primarily an in-person position, with limited remote hours and a flexible schedule that will include some evenings and weekends at our studio in Lincoln Heights. The Studio & Operations Manager will manage the Pieter Community Rental, Commercial & Special Event Rental, Long-Term Rental and Community Partnerships programs at Pieter, and work collaboratively to oversee building and studio operations. 

Pieter continues to pursue our mission to be led by and for those historically excluded from movement and arts spaces, and so encourages applications from Black and Indigenous people and People of Color, people with intersecting identities, LGBTQIA+, women and people of marginalized genders, people living with disabilities and others with lived experience being a part of marginalized communities. Do not be discouraged from applying if you do not possess experience in every aspect of this role, Pieter is looking for candidates committed to developing their skills and growing in this role.

Responsibilities include:

  • Working collaboratively with the Executive Director, Director of Programs and Director of Communications to ensure that all programs and opportunities align with Pieter’s mission and values.

  • Oversight and management of the Pieter Community Renter and Long-Term Renter programs and development and oversight of Commercial/Special Events Renter (through Peerspace or similar platform) and Community Partnerships programs.

  • Working collaboratively with the Director of Programs to manage interns and work study participants.

  • Providing general support for building and organizational operations including interfacing with the building’s property management and floor mate partners to maintain safe, sanitary and operational facilities.

  • Facilitating weekly Community Renter Orientations and Open Studio Hours (Mondays 11am-2pm).

  • Working closely with Commercial and Special Events renters to plan and execute their events. 

  • Finding and securing aligned vendors for purchasing and services.

  • Streamlining,designing and maintaining backend processes for all rentals.

  • Working collaboratively with the ED to ensure safety, health, city, state and federal compliance protocols and guidelines are met.

  • Ensuring organizational accountability to renter needs, feedback, and new ideas.

  • Liaise with Pieter Board of Directors for organizational updates

An ideal candidate for this position:

  • Is local to Los Angeles.

  • Has experience in facilities management, studio management, event organizing or similar, with a focus on operations.

  • Is invested in supporting opportunities and structures for movement and performance artists in Los Angeles, and is passionate about the intersections of body-based practices, healing and activism.

  • Values and has experience in diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility best practices.

  • Has experience creating and managing budgets and managing budget goals.

  • Has experience working with Acuity or other scheduling platforms, Canva, Google Suite and Slack (or willingness to learn)

  • Is warm, outgoing and enjoys connecting with many different kinds of people.

Compensation and benefits: 

  • Hourly rate of $27.50 for 20 hours/week

  • Unlimited paid time off to be scheduled in consultation with staff

  • Flexible holiday schedule

  • $30 monthly Wi-Fi stipend

  • Free participation in all Pieter classes, workshops and events

To apply:

  • Email pieterpasd@gmail.com by April 5, 2024, with the following materials as PDF attachments: 

  • A cover letter detailing what makes you a strong candidate for this position (please include how you are aligned with Pieter’s mission and values outlined on our website: www.pieterpasd.com/about)

  • Your resume

  • 1-2 professional references

  • Please use email subject line: ATTN: Studio & Operations Manager Application