What are the responsibilities and job description for the Studio General Manager (Sales & Talent Development) position at Dance With Me Dance Studios?
Studio General Manager (Sales & Talent Development)
đ Houston, TX
đ° $60,000 Base Salary Performance Bonuses
đ Six-figure earning potential for high-performing managers
â Exceptional leaders may have opportunities for studio ownership and expansion
About Dance With Me
Founded by world-renowned dancers Maks and Val Chmerkovskiy from DWTS, Dance With Me is one of the fastest-growing ballroom dance organizations in the United States.
Our mission is simple: change lives through dance.
We help people build confidence, achieve personal goals, develop meaningful relationships, and discover a passion they never knew they had.
Weâre looking for a leader who is passionate about developing people, building high-performing teams, and creating exceptional customer experiences.
The Opportunity
This is not a traditional management position.
Weâre not looking for someone to simply oversee schedules, manage administrative tasks, or supervise employees.
Weâre looking for someone who can develop talent.
Someone who can inspire a team, raise performance standards, coach individuals to achieve more than they thought possible, and help drive the growth of an entire business.
If youâve successfully led teams, coached people to higher levels of performance, and enjoy building relationships with clients, weâd love to meet you.
What Youâll Do
Lead and Develop Talent
At Dance With Me, our managers are coaches first.
Your primary responsibility will be developing instructors into confident, high-performing professionals. Youâll work closely with your team to improve their teaching skills, communication, leadership presence, student retention, and sales performance.
Youâll conduct regular coaching sessions, provide ongoing feedback, identify growth opportunities, and help each instructor reach their full potential.
The best managers donât simply oversee a teamâthey create one.
They build a culture of accountability, professionalism, growth, and excellence. They recognize potential in others, help people break through limitations, and take pride in seeing their team succeed.
A great manager can dramatically impact the performance of an entire studio by helping instructors become stronger teachers, leaders, and professionals.
Drive Studio Growth
Youâll play a key role in helping students achieve their goals through personalized programs, events, showcases, and competitions.
Responsibilities include:
- Conducting consultations with prospective and existing students
- Building long-term client relationships
- Presenting premium programs and experiences
- Helping students stay engaged and committed to their goals
- Supporting revenue growth through exceptional customer service and relationship-building
Lead Student Experience
Youâll help create an environment where students feel welcomed, supported, challenged, and inspired.
Responsibilities include:
- Building meaningful relationships with students
- Ensuring exceptional customer experiences
- Helping students overcome obstacles and stay motivated
- Creating a positive and energetic studio culture
- Maintaining high standards of professionalism and service
Own Results
Youâll help lead the overall performance of the studio by focusing on:
- Instructor development
- Team performance
- Student retention
- Sales growth
- Studio culture
- Customer satisfaction
Who Weâre Looking For
The strongest candidates typically have experience leading teams, developing people, coaching performance, and building client relationships.
Backgrounds that often translate well include:
- Sales leadership
- Fitness management
- Hospitality management
- Talent development
- Coaching or training
- Customer-facing leadership roles
- Dance, performing arts, or related industries
Qualifications
- 3 years of leadership or management experience
- Proven ability to develop and motivate people
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Comfortable leading customer consultations and sales conversations
- Positive, energetic, and growth-oriented mindset
- Strong accountability and follow-through
Preferred Qualifications
- Dance experience
- Teaching or coaching experience
- Experience in fitness, hospitality, or service-based businesses
- Experience leading performance-driven teams
Why Join Dance With Me?
- Opportunity to lead and grow a team
- Extensive training and professional development
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing national organization
- Dynamic, energetic, and purpose-driven environment
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in peopleâs lives every day
If youâre passionate about leadership, people development, and creating exceptional experiences, weâd love to hear from you.
Salary : $60,000