Studio and Event Coordinator
ARABESQUE BURLESQUE is the largest burlesque school in Montreal. Honoring the body and with a touch of sensuality, our dance and performance classes are rooted in the celebration of femininity. We aim to decolonize burlesque and offer a positive approach to sexuality. Our studios and performances provide our students with a center of fulfillment in which to express themselves.
Our studio is located on Place St Hubert; a few steps from the Jean-Talon metro station.
What does it consist of?
You will manage our interns and take care of the physical space of the studio. You will also be in charge of private lessons, bachelorette parties and studio rentals and will be the go-to person for all questions related to the studio. The majority of your work hours will be done in person at the studio.
You will work very closely with Roxy and Joséphine (owners). We are looking for a 3rd person to complete our burlesque business group!
Why should you apply?
You should apply if you're organized and love customer service as much as you love being surrounded by beautiful vintage things. If you are créatif.ve, motivated and like to coordinate staff and reservations, this position is for you!
What are the tasks and responsibilities?
STUDIO RENTAL
Process all studio rentals for Arabesque Burlesque, including:
Responding to inquiries
Plan and communicate with tenants
Update calendars with rental information
Process and track lease payments
Managing interns
Train trainees on day-to-day tasks and receiving tasks, including collecting payments and using enrollment software. Ensure that interns have the equipment and have access to the studio
Find replacements if an intern can't do their job
Fix problems as they arise
Maintain inventory of studio supplies, including cleaning supplies
PRIVATE LESSONS & BACHELORETTE
Ensure that bachelorette descriptions and offers on the website are maintained
Monitor confirmed bookings with all booking details in the Acuity calendar once confirmed.
Negotiate and secure bookings with guests
Book instructors and other staff for singles or private lessons
Send confirmation emails to instructors with the date, time, location, and other relevant details after the party is confirmed, and another 48-72 hours before the event itself. (see below)
Ensure that guests complete the intake form questionnaire and email the admission form details for each booking to the event instructor.
Be available as an on-site organizer and quality control officer at the studio for singles and private bookings as needed
Comfortable with Acuity Scheduling software to process customer payments, send invoices, and track balances due for these services.
Other related tasks
TRAINEE MANAGER
Make the interns' schedules
Conduct training on different tasks
Supervise their work
Communicate different changes to them in the group chat
More tasks to be explained by the current supervisor
What skills and specifications do you need?
Ability to manage the conflicting interests of entrepreneurs and students
Possess confidence, experience and skills to support organizational activities
Excellent communicator, active listener, strong decision-making skills
Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and general fun/showbiz hours
Organized, autonomous, motivated and detail-oriented.
Willing to commit for at least 1 calendar year in this position
Fluency in English, French and Spanish is an (almost) essential requirement.
Salary:
This position is salary/hourly, at a rate of 10 to 15 hours per week (with the possibility of more over time) on a contractual basis. Bi-weekly billing required. This position starts with a 3-month training period at a rate of pay of $18/hr when you will work directly with our current studio manager. Either party can choose to terminate the contract at any time during the 3-month trial period. Pay rate of $20/hour if the candidate and the company choose to continue working together after the 3-month trial period.
Send your CV and cover letter to info@arabesqueburlesque.com
Studio and Event Coordinator
ARABESQUE BURLESQUE is the largest burlesque school in Montreal. Honoring the body and with a touch of sensuality, our dance and performance classes are rooted in the celebration of femininity. We aim to decolonize burlesque and offer a positive approach to sexuality. Our studios and performances offer our students a center of development in which to express themselves.
Our studio is located on the St Hubert Plaza; steps away from Jean-Talon Metro.
What's the job?
You will be managing our interns and taking care of the physical studio space. You will also be in charge of private classes, bachelorette parties and studio rentals and will be the resource person for all studio-related questions. The majority of your work hours will be done in-person at the studio.
You will work very closely with Roxy and Josephine (owners). We are looking for a 3rd person to complete our burlesque business throuple!
Why should you apply?
You should apply if you are organized and love customer service as much as you like being surrounded by beautiful vintage things. If you're creative, driven and love to coordinate staff and reservations, this job is for you!
What are the tasks and responsibilities?
STUDIO RENTAL
Process all studio rentals for Arabesque Burlesque, including:
Respond to inquiries
Schedule and communicate with renters
Update calendars with rental information
Process and track rental payments
Manage interns
Train interns on daily tasks and front desk duties, including collecting payments and using registration software. Ensure interns have materials and access to the studio
Find subs if an intern cannot make their shift
Address issues as they arise
Maintain supply inventory for studio, including cleaning supplies
PRIVATE BOOKINGS & BACHELORETTE
Ensure bachelorette descriptions and offerings on the website are maintained
Monitor confirmed bookings with all booking details in Acuity calendar when confirmed.
Negotiate and secure bookings with clients
Book instructors & other staff for bachelorette or private classes
Send confirmation emails to instructors indicating date, time, location, and other pertinent details after the confirmation of the party, and again 48-72 hours in advance of the event itself. (see below)
Make sure clients answer intake form questionnaire and email intake form details for each booking to the event's instructor
Be available as an onsite organizer and quality-control agent at the studio for the bachelorettes and private bookings as needed
Comfortable using Acuity Scheduling softwares to process client payments, send invoices and track balances due for these services
Other duties as assigned
INTERN MANAGER
Make the interns schedules
Do training on different tasks
Supervise their work
Communicate different changes with them in the group chat
More tasks to be explained by current supervisor
What Skills and Specifications do you need?
Ability to manage conflicting interests of contractors and students
Possess confidence, experience, and skills to support organizational activities
Great communicator, active listener, strong decision-making skills
Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and general entertainer/showbiz hours
Organized, self-directed, motivated, and impeccable attention to detail. Good team player
Willing to make a commitment of minimum 1 calendar year in this position
English, French and Spanish language skills are an (almost) essential requirement
Compensation:
This position is hourly, at 10-15 hours per week (with possibility of more over time) on a contractual basis. Bi-weekly invoicing required. This position starts with a 3 month training period at a pay rate of 18$/hr when you will be working directly with our current Studio Manager. Either party may choose to terminate the contract at any point during the 3 month trial period. Pay rate 20$/h if candidate and the company choose to continue working together following the 3 month trial period.
Send your C.V. and motivation letter to info@arabesqueburlesque.com