Studio Manager

Job PostStudio ManagerApply »Company: Joy Street DesignDuration: Full-timeDate Posted: 10/16/25Category: Office ManagementLocation: AtlantaSalary: 50-100kJob DescriptionJoy Street Design is seeking a Studio Manager to serve as the operational backbone of our Atlanta office and the day-to-day driver of both Joy Street Design and Joy Street Initiative. This person ensures that every project, process, and interaction runs smoothly, thereby allowing our design and leadership teams to focus on creativity, client service, and impact.This is a senior-level position for someone who thrives on structure, precision, and service. The ideal candidate balances analytical thinking with warmth and professionalism, ensuring a seamless experience for clients, partners, and the internal team alike.This role calls for someone who loves organization, thrives under pressure, and isn’t intimidated by high standards. You’ll work directly with a CEO who demands excellence and precision but also believes deeply in teamwork, humor, and the “work hard, play hard” balance that defines our culture. We take our work seriously—but never ourselves. If you’re resourceful, unflappable, and love the satisfaction of seeing things run like clockwork, you’ll feel right at home here.Key Responsibilities IncludeManaging client inquiries, proposals, and onboarding.Overseeing studio operations, scheduling, and vendor coordination.Tracking budgets, deadlines, and deliverables across multiple projects.Handling procurement from quotes and order to installations.Supporting Joy Street Initiative with project logistics and reporting.Maintaining studio systems, databases, and reports using tools like Airtable and QuickBooks.Collaborating with the CEO to ensure both organizations operate efficiently and effectively.This is a full-time position based in Atlanta, GA. Candidates must be local and available for in-person collaboration several days a week, with occasional local travel to client sites and installations. We offer a competitive package that includes unlimited PTO, 401(k) with matching, annual education stipends, and performance-based bonuses.Job RequirementsExperience: Minimum five years in operations, studio management, or business administration, ideally within a creative or professional services firm.Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, marketing, or a related field preferred.Skills And CompetenciesStrong organization and time management skills.Excellent written and verbal communication.Comfort managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.Detail-oriented with the ability to anticipate needs and resolve issues quickly.Strategic thinker who enjoys improving systems and workflows.Personal AttributesProactive, calm under pressure, and highly dependable.Adaptable, self-motivated, and solution-oriented.Able to maintain professionalism while working closely with leadership.Positive attitude, sense of humor, and collaborative energy.Other RequirementsMust have a car and valid driver’s license to travel to local projects and vendor sites.Based in the Atlanta area and available for in-person collaboration several days a week.Work EnvironmentThis is a hybrid position based in our Atlanta studio. We offer unlimited PTO, a 401(k) with matching, annual education stipends, and performance-based bonuses.Joy Street Design values diverse backgrounds and perspectives and welcomes applicants who bring new ideas, lived experiences, and a shared commitment to creating beauty and impact through design.About Our CompanyJoy Street Design is a nationally recognized interior design studio with offices in Atlanta, GA and Oakland, CA. We create bold, joyful spaces that reflect our clients’ personalities and enhance their daily lives. As a minority-owned, women-led firm, we bring purpose and creativity to every project – from full-scale residential renovations to boutique hospitality environments.Through our nonprofit arm, Joy Street Initiative, we extend that mission beyond our clients’ homes. We partner with community organizations to design and renovate spaces that serve women and children in need.We’re a collaborative, design-driven firm that believes in the power of good design to create meaningful change. Our team values excellence, humor, and authenticity, and we bring those qualities to everything we do whether we’re transforming a family’s home or a community space that supports vulnerable women.WebsiteJoy Street DesignContactKelly FinleyCreative DirectorApply »