Artistic Director & Studio Manager

Artistic Director & Studio Manager Ascend Youth Brands Fort Lauderdale, FL Job Details Part-time $40,000 - $60,000 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Teaching visual & performing arts Operations management Interpersonal skills Teaching arts Entrepreneurship Classroom Teaching Choreography Teaching Full Job Description We are seeking a talented and entrepreneurial Artistic Director & Studio Manager to lead an established competitive youth dance studio in the Fort Lauderdale area. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced dance professional who wants more than just a teaching job. The right candidate will serve as the artistic leader and public face of the studio, oversee day-to-day operations, teach and mentor students, and play a key role in growing both the competitive and recreational programs. For the right person, this role includes a meaningful equity ownership opportunity. Responsibilities Lead the artistic vision and maintain the studio's culture and standards Teach classes and oversee competition teams Manage instructors, schedules, and day-to-day studio operations Build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff Drive student retention, recruitment, and program growth Qualifications Significant experience teaching and choreographing in a competitive dance environment Strong leadership and people-management skills Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to grow with the business Excellent communication and organizational abilities Compensation Competitive salary Performance-based bonus Equity ownership opportunity for the right candidate Schedule Aapproximately 30-40 hours per week, including evenings and some weekends during competition and recital season

Pay:

$40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person