Job Description

Job Description

Studio Programming & Operations Manager

Maestre Arts — Boise, ID (Part-Time | On-Site for Programs)

Maestre Arts is a multidisciplinary creative studio working at the intersection of music, design, and technology. Our programming is designed to expose the local and visiting creative community to high-quality creative and technical work—through live sessions, talks, workshops, and curated experiences—while maintaining high standards of execution and sustainability.

We’re looking for a Studio Programming & Operations Manager to take ownership of programming, coordination, and studio operations. This role exists so the studio can operate consistently and professionally, with clear ownership over execution and decision-making.

This role is not about vibes, hype, or social energy—it’s about judgment, execution, and follow-through.

Core Responsibilities

• Plan and execute 2–3 curated programs per month
• Own logistics end-to-end: scheduling, setup, teardown, hospitality, and timelines
• Serve as the primary on-site point person during programs
• Coordinate artists, speakers, collaborators, vendors, and attendees
• Maintain the studio calendar, systems, and operational order
• Handle inbound inquiries and initiate selective outbound outreach
• Identify problems early and resolve them independently
• Ensure programs reflect the studio’s standards, intent, and mission

Programming & Curation (Local + National)

• Curate and coordinate local and national artists, speakers, and collaborators
• Apply the same standards of taste, preparation, and professionalism regardless of origin
• Balance familiarity with discernment—local does not mean default, and national does not imply prestige
• Initiate outreach selectively and intentionally; this is programming, not volume booking
• Manage communication, scheduling, and light logistics with autonomy and restraint
• Flag strong opportunities while protecting the studio from misalignment or overcommitment

Types of Programs You’d Oversee

• Live performance sessions (intimate, audience present, often recorded)
• Curated showcases (2–4 artists, structured programming)
• Private listening sessions or invite-only industry nights
• Workshops or talks centered on music, technology, or creative process
• Content-first sessions designed for filming and distribution
• Occasional private rentals or brand-led activations

These programs are intentionally small, controlled, and quality-driven—not open mics, parties, or generic networking mixers.

Programming, Budgeting & ROI Awareness

• Plan programs with clear awareness of budget constraints and expected income
• Make programming decisions that balance creative quality with financial sustainability
• Track basic program economics (costs, revenue, profit targets)
• Adjust scale, format, or frequency based on results
• Treat programs as experiments with feedback, not guaranteed entitlements

What We’re Looking For

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Good judgment, discretion, and the ability to say no
• Comfortable managing creatives while enforcing timelines and expectations
• Calm under pressure; capable of making real-time decisions
• Financially aware—able to think in trade-offs, not just ideas
• Reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Experience in studio operations, programming, or creative production is a plus, but execution matters more than titles

This role requires taste, restraint, and follow-through .

Compensation & Structure

• Base monthly pay + per-program bonus
• Bonuses tied to successful execution and performance
• Programs typically generate ~$1,200 in profit
• Flexible structure focused on outcomes, not hours

Schedule & Commitment

• Part-time, ongoing role
• Evening availability required for programs
• On-site presence required during programs; light remote coordination otherwise

Why This Role Exists

Maestre Arts already has the space, equipment, audience, and creative direction. What’s missing is consistent operational leadership to translate intent into repeatable, high-quality programming.

The studio prioritizes substance over optics and craft over hype .

How to Apply

Send:

• A short introduction
• Relevant experience or examples of things you’ve run or organized
• A brief note on why this role appeals to you

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