Careers

Studio Manager (Part-time)

Variate seeks a proactive, fun, and highly organized Studio Manager to lead the charge in creating engaging team experiences and keeping our operations running smoothly. You’ll be instrumental in organizing annual retreats, scheduling team meetings, and supporting our executive and marketing teams. If you love building relationships, keeping things fun, and making work enjoyable for others, we want you on our team.


This part-time, U.S.-based, remote position offers flexibility but requires willingness to travel for company retreats twice a year. Preference will be given to candidates local to Washington, D.C., though we welcome applications from across the country.

Key Responsibilities

  • Schedule and facilitate all team meetings, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and holiday-specific sessions.
  • Organize annual company retreats, managing travel, logistics, and on-site coordination.
  • Assist executives and marketing team with tasks such as research, project coordination, and branded apparel creation.
  • Foster team culture by organizing team-building events and creating an engaging, inclusive environment.

Required Skills and Experience

  • Minimum 2 years in administrative, project management, or event coordination roles.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with experience using tools like Google Workspace and Asana.
  • Outgoing and personable, with the ability to engage a remote team and foster relationships.
  • Appreciation for design and marketing, with a desire to grow in your career.
    U.S.-based with flexibility to travel for company retreats twice a year.

What Sets You Apart

  • Experience creating new design systems tailored to client needs.
  • Work directly with the CEO, gaining mentorship and insight into leadership and strategy.
  • Opportunity for growth: This role could evolve into a full-time position in 2025.
  • Play a pivotal role in shaping Variate’s team experience and operational success.

About Variate

At Variate, we believe in the power of exceptional design to create meaningful connections and drive real impact. What matters most to us is solving complex challenges with creativity, clarity, and collaboration. We prioritize building strong relationships—both with our clients and within our team—grounded in trust, empathy, and a shared commitment to excellence. With a track record of leading over 200 digital design projects and collaborating with 90+ ambitious companies—including Marriott International, Carnival Cruise Line, Macy's & Bloomingdale's, Stanley, Black & Decker, and Amerant Bank—we help brands stand out and succeed in a rapidly evolving world.

Salary
$20-35hr contractor


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