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Job Description
HR Manager d'strict Holdings Inc. / ARTE
MUSEUM U.S.
Entities Santa Monica, CA 90401 • On-Site •
Full-Time Salary:
$80,000 - $100,000 per year About d'strict d'strict is a design company that creates innovative spatial experiences by developing content with digital media technology. Since its founding in 2004, d'strict has continually kept pace with technological advancement, delivering custom-developed commercial content, licensing media art, and operating its own exhibition venues globally. d'strict is the creator of numerous critically acclaimed public art projects, including installations at K-Pop Square in Seoul and Times Square in New York. The company has received numerous domestic and international design awards, including the iF Design Award. About
ARTE MUSEUM ARTE MUSEUM
is d'strict's globally recognized immersive media art experience, built around the theme 'ETERNAL NATURE' reinterpreting elements of the natural world through digital media technology and visual creativity. Since opening its first venue in Jeju, South Korea in September 2020, ARTE MUSEUM has welcomed over five million cumulative visitors and expanded to major cities worldwide. Position Overview d'strict Americas is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HR Manager to support our growing U.S. operations across Las Vegas, New York, and Los Angeles (opening soon). This role is the primary HR point of contact for all U.S. entities and plays a critical part in ensuring a consistent, compliant, and people-first workplace experience. The HR Manager will work closely with local leadership and our Global HR team headquarter in Seoul, Korea. Professional working proficiency in Korean is strongly preferred and required for regular communication with headquarters in Seoul. Why Join Us? Join a globally recognized company at the intersection of art, technology, and immersive experiences Work closely with U.S. leadership and our global team in Seoul, South Korea Support employees across New York, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles while gaining valuable multi-state HR experience Be part of a collaborative HR team that values professionalism, flexibility, and continuous learning Take ownership of meaningful HR projects and contribute to the continued growth of our U.S. operations Key Responsibilities Recruitment & Onboarding Review job descriptions, post openings, and conduct interviews Manage the offer process, background checks, and E-Verify Oversee end-to-end ADP onboarding, employee orientation, and system setup HR Policies & Compliance Develop and implement HR policies in compliance with U.S. federal and state regulations Maintain and update the Employee Handbook Monitor HR compliance across working conditions, leave, termination, and benefits across all U.S. entities Payroll & Benefits Administration Process bi-weekly payroll via ADP Manage
PTO, 401
(k), employee benefits, open enrollment, and invoice review Offboarding Manage end-to-end offboarding processes, including termination administration and benefits coordination Employee Relations Handle employee relations matters with professionalism and discretion Conduct required trainings including harassment prevention and workplace safety Support employees and managers across all U.S. locations Performance Management & Compensation Support mid-year and annual performance evaluations and promotion reviews Assist with salary adjustment processes and compensation documentation Employee Data Management Maintain and update employee master data and HR documentation across all systems HR Communication & Reporting Collaborate with Global HR team in Seoul and support HR reporting and communication as needed. Conduct daily communication and reporting in Korean with the Korean headquarters Coordinate with General Managers across
Las Vegas, New York, and Los Angeles Required Qualifications Korean Language Proficiency:
Business-level proficiency in Korean (written and verbal) — Professional working proficiency in Korean is strongly preferred and required for regular communication with headquarters in Seoul.
HR Experience:
Minimum 8 years of hands-on HR experience in the U.S., with demonstrated ability to manage multi-location HR operations independently
English Proficiency:
Native or native-equivalent proficiency in English, both written and verbal
Labor Law Knowledge:
Solid, practical understanding of U.S. federal and state labor laws (CA, NV, NY) with applied compliance experience
Organizational Skills:
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
Problem-Solving:
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion
Time Management:
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-location environment
Cross-Cultural Collaboration:
Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and across cultural environments, particularly in a Korean-American corporate setting
Travel:
Willingness and ability to travel domestically (CA, NV, NY) as needed
Work Authorization:
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Work Location & Schedule Work Location:
Santa Monica, CA 90401 — on-site, in person
Schedule:
Full-time, Monday through Friday Remote /
Hybrid:
Not available. Daily on-site presence is required to effectively support employees, leadership, and operations across all U.S. entities.
Commute:
Must be able to reliably commute to Santa Monica, CA 90401 (Required) Occasional travel to New York and Las Vegas may be required This position supports approximately 70-100 employees across multiple U.S. locations and offers significant opportunities for growth as d'strict continues to expand throughout North America. Company Websites
ARTE MUSEUM
Las Vegas:
https://lasvegas.artemuseum.com/
ARTE MUSEUM New York:
https://newyork.artemuseum.com/ d'strict: https://www.dstrict.com d'strict Holdings Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
Pay:
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
