New Orleans, Magazine Street, Apprentice Piercer

Want to get paid to become a piercer at Studs? Apprentices undergo a minimum 6-week paid piercing training program inclusive of classroom style learning, observation, and hands-on training. We are looking for Apprentices to join our training program that will kickoff in November in our Charleston (King Street) studio location. Upon successful completion of the program, graduated Apprentices will become eligible for Full-Time or Part-Time Associate Piercer positions at our New Orleans (Magazine Street) studio.

Hourly Rate: 

• Graduated apprentices make $26-36/hour as Associate Piercers, plus tips
• During the 6-week training program, apprentices make $16/hour, plus tips

Key Responsibilities:

REVENUE 

Drives Results 

• Embodies our performance-oriented culture by meeting and exceeding expectations 

Customer Focus

• 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 

OPERATIONS

Decision Quality 

• Leverages Studs’ resources and policies in decision making  

Ensures Accountability

• 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

TALENT

Integrity

• 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 

People Centric 

• Shows consistency by providing best in class service to everyone in the Studio 
• Provides solutions-oriented feedback and is open-minded to receiving it 

Requirements:

• 3 years of relevant work experience, including at least two years as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist (performing venipunctures and/or finger sticks)
• 18-38 hours per week, you must be available for weekday and weekend shifts
• Must be able to stand for 8+ hour shifts
• 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 our Charleston (King Street) 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.

Benefits & Perks vary based on Full-Time or Part-Time status, and can include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k and monthly lifestyle reimbursement
• 15 days accrued Paid Time Off
• 7 days accrued Sick Time
• 2 Paid Holidays, with additional opportunity to earn time and a half for working Federal Holidays
• Three months of paid Parental Leave (biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible)
• A paid sabbatical after four years of full-time service
• Exclusive employee piercing and jewelry discounts (plus discounts for friends and family)
• Learning and development opportunities to support development and foster an inclusive culture