Job Title: Graphics, Print, + Youth Studio Manager
Reports to: Director of Graphics, Print, and Youth Programs
Department: Graphics, Print, and Youth
Hours: 32 hours per week
Hiring Salary Range: $20-22/hour
Job Summary: Sawtooth School for Visual Art (Sawtooth) seeks an organized, collaborative, and detail-oriented Graphics, Print, + Youth Studio Manager to support the daily operations of its Graphics, Print, and Youth Programs.
Reporting to and working closely with the Director of Graphics, Print + Youth Programs, this role provides administrative, logistical, and studio support to ensure high-quality, accessible, and well-run programming. The Studio Manager plays a key role in maintaining safe, welcoming, and fully functional studios while supporting instructors, students, resident artists, and community outreach efforts.
This is an exciting time to join Sawtooth as the organization implements a new strategic roadmap and celebrates its 80th anniversary.
Sawtooth School for Visual Art Overview: Established in 1945, Sawtooth is a non-profit community arts school located in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem, NC. Sawtooth offers classes and workshops in eleven visual art and craft disciplines for students of all ages, skill levels and backgrounds. In addition to studio-based instruction, Sawtooth fosters creativity through its community outreach programs, including Art + Wellness, serving patients, survivors, and their caregivers, and the Youth Outreach Program, which offers hands-on visual art experiences for young folks who otherwise may not have access.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
• Provides daily administrative and logistical support to the Director and instructors in Graphics, Print, and Youth studios.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for instructors and students, responding to questions regarding supplies, attendance, schedules, and studio needs.
• Monitors class registrations, assists with enrollment management, and sends professional welcome or cancellation communications as needed.
• Enters and maintains accurate course, instructor, and schedule information in the class management system.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and fully functional studio environment across Graphics, Print, and Youth spaces.
• Prepares studios for classes by ensuring necessary supplies and equipment are available and accessible.
• Oversees routine maintenance and readiness of studio equipment, coordinates repairs or replacements in collaboration with the Director of Graphics, Print + Youth Programs.
• Tracks and manages inventory of supplies for Graphics, Print, and Youth programs.
• Replenishes supplies in a timely manner while following approved budget guidelines in coordination with the Director of Finance and the Director of Graphics, Print + Youth Programs.
• Supports onsite and offsite community outreach programs and events, including Youth Outreach and special initiatives.
• Assists with logistics related to the Schupbach-Gordon Residency in Printmaking, including delegating studio responsibilities and supporting program needs.
• Provides operational support for Camp Sawtooth, including studio preparation, supply management, coordination with instructors, and communication with campers and parents/guardians.
• Participates in staff meetings and contributes to cross-departmental collaboration.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Graphics, Print + Youth Programs.
Qualifications
• Demonstrated understanding of print media processes and working knowledge of painting and drawing mediums.
• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BFA) in visual arts or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working in a studio, educational, or nonprofit arts environment preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with children and adults with diverse ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
• Ability to lead with flexibility, empathy, sensitivity, and professionalism when interacting with students, staff, instructors, and community members.
• Commitment to Sawtooth’s mission and vision, and an appreciation for the visual arts and their impact on the community.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
• Work takes place in both a traditional office setting and active studio environments.
• Requires standing for extended periods, lifting at least 30 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, bending, and reaching.
• Regular exposure to art materials, equipment, and tools typical of graphics and print studios.
• Occasional evening and weekend hours will be required.
• Teaching opportunities are available and are compensated separately.
• This position may evolve over time to meet the changing needs of Sawtooth.
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to graphics@sawtooth.org with the subject line of “Graphics, Print, and Youth Studio Manager – your last name.” No phone calls please.
It is the policy of Sawtooth School for Visual Art to make employment decisions on the basis of qualifications for a specific job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national or ethnic origin, age, veteran status, or the presence of a disability, except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying.
Sawtooth offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a retirement plan, cell phone reimbursement, a QSEHRA health reimbursement arrangement, paid time off and paid parental leave, free Sawtooth membership and classes, and participation in an employee discount program.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference check from current employer (or most recent employer if not currently employed) and a background check.