Manager- PictureMe Portrait Studios

Studio Manager Opportunity

If you are looking for a change, picture yourself as a Studio Manager with PictureMe Portrait Studios.  We are currently seeking enthusiastic and creative managers to run our studio.  As you lead a successful studio team, you will have the chance to make people smile.  We are looking for retail managers who have a passion for motivating and developing people, the drive to be the best at what they do, and the determination to succeed.  We are currently seeking Studio Managers for our Walmart locations in Traverse City and Cadillac!

Who are we?

PictureMe Portrait Studios is the largest operator of professional portrait studios in North America with operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.  Our studios attract new moms, families, and customers of all ages. PictureMe Portrait Studios is owned and operated by CPI Corp.  Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, CPI has over 60 years of portrait photography expertise.

What Will You Gain?

• Competitive compensation packages ($11 - $13/hr plus bonus potential)
• Bonus potential based on performance (biweekly and quarterly)
• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(K)
• Paid vacation
• Our employees experience a quality of work life that is rare in retail; a typical studio shift is 10 AM to 7 PM
• Paid Training
• Opportunity for advancement

 What Is Your Role?

• Job duties include taking multiple portraits of children and families in the studio and creating a portfolio of poses
• Lead and manage a PictureMe Portrait Studio
• Meet and exceed sales goals
• Strengthen and build the studio’s customer base
• Hire, train, supervise, coach, develop, and evaluate associates
• Ensure excellent service on a consistent basis; resolve problems related to transactions handled by the Studio
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate day-to-day work activities to ensure that the studio is adequately staffed, that work is assigned, and that resources are available
• Maintain key contact relationship with Host store manager and appropriate Host store Department heads

• A minimum of 1-3 years experience in retail sales (some of which should be in a supervisory role) with the proven ability to drive sales
• High school diploma or GED
• Strong sales skills, along with exceptional communication skills
• Ability to supervise and train associates, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments
• Ability to develop associates and manage performance
• Basic skill in the use of computers
• Interest in photography (experience a plus)
• Available and willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
• Able to stand frequently for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation