We’re Hiring: Studio Manager at Lake Superior Art Glass

Lake Superior Art Glass is looking for a dedicated and passionate Studio Manager to oversee the heart of our operation—our glassblowing studio! If you have a deep appreciation for glass art, thrive in a hands-on leadership role, and are excited about keeping a creative space running smoothly, this might be the perfect opportunity for you.

What’s This Role All About?

The Studio Manager is the backbone of our glass studio, ensuring everything operates efficiently so that artists can focus on creating stunning glass art. From overseeing production and artist support to maintaining equipment and safety standards, this role is essential in keeping our studio a thriving and inspiring place.

What You’ll Do

If you love a fast-paced environment and keeping all the moving pieces in order, you’ll enjoy this role. Some of your key responsibilities include:

• Running the show: Oversee daily studio operations, including glassblowing processes, production schedules, and artist coordination.
• Keeping things safe & functional: Maintain and repair equipment, manage inventory, and enforce safety protocols.
• Supporting artists: Ensure they have the materials, tools, and technical support needed to create their work.
• Scheduling & hiring: Manage studio staffing, handle shift scheduling, and oversee hiring and training for new team members.
• Collaborating with leadership: Work with the Office Manager and Director of Operations to oversee wholesale orders, studio policies, and production workflows.
• Leading with purpose: Conduct regular team meetings, enforce standard operating procedures, and foster a positive, professional work environment.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in studio management (glassblowing or other fine arts preferred).
• A solid understanding of glass techniques—both hot and cold working knowledge is a huge plus.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills to keep things running smoothly.
• A calm and energetic disposition—the studio can be fast-paced, and we need someone who can handle challenges with a cool head.
• Comfort with public speaking—you may be working around customers or speaking to groups.
• A hands-on attitude—welding and equipment repair experience is a bonus!

This role is physically demanding, so the ability to lift 50 lbs. minimum is required. A four-year degree is preferred but not required if you have equivalent experience.

What We Offer

We believe in taking care of our team, and this position comes with a competitive salary starting at $48,000/year (and up based on experience) plus great benefits:

• Health & dental insurance (we cover 75%)
• 401k match up to 4% after 1 year
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 7 days per year
• Free studio time: 5 hours per week of hot shop rental for personal use (or equivalent in cold working/flamework rental)
• Discounted studio rental: $25/hour beyond free hours
• 25% off all artwork in our gallery
• Consignment opportunities: Sell your work in our gallery, which sees 500+ customers per week on average!

Why Join Lake Superior Art Glass?

Located in the heart of Duluth, MN, our studio is more than just a workplace—it’s a vibrant, creative community. We’re dedicated to keeping glass art alive and thriving while fostering an environment where artists and staff can grow. If you’re looking for a leadership role in a dynamic, artist-focused space, this is your chance to make an impact.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like your dream job, we’d love to hear from you! Send us your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and passion for glass art.

Let’s keep the fire burning—join us at Lake Superior Art Glass!