POTTERY STUDIO 1 FRANCHISE
Start a creative business in your city with a monthly income of $6,000 or more. Inspire a love for ceramics by hosting group workshops and private events.
You don't need to be a ceramist to open a studio. We'll provide you with all the necessary knowledge.
A successful business model refined in the U.S. and Canada.
Comprehensive support for your launch + a step-by-step growth plan.
8 OPEN STUDIOS
New York, NY — 5 locations
Miami, FL — 1 location
Los Angeles, CA — 1 location
Chicago, IL — 1 location
Miami, FL — 1 location
Los Angeles, CA — 1 location
Chicago, IL — 1 location
COMING SOON
USA:
Boston, MA | San Francisco, CA | Houston, TX | Dallas, TX | Seattle, WA
CANADA:
Toronto, ON | Vancouver, BC | Montreal, QC
Boston, MA | San Francisco, CA | Houston, TX | Dallas, TX | Seattle, WA
CANADA:
Toronto, ON | Vancouver, BC | Montreal, QC
Other cities are available for franchising
Pottery studio 1 in USA
Operational studios:New York, NY - 5 locations
Miami, Fl - 1 location
Los Angeles, CA - 1 location
Chicago, IL - 1 location
Pottery studio 1 in USA
Cities where partnerships are established:
Pottery studio 1 in CANADA
Cities where partnerships are established:
Open a pottery studio in YOUR CITYUnfortunately, the cities on the map are already taken, but we can open a studio in any other city of your choice.
FRANCHISE IN NUMBERS
- Income from $5000 per month*● *With passive involvement (hired staff).
● From $10000 per month with active involvement (working directly with clients) - Recovery time
1 yearWith an initial investment of $110,000 (This amount includes everything: franchise, rent and renovation, equipment, advertising) - $30000Franchise cost for 1 studio + 5% monthly royalty
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE FRANCHISE COST
Operating under the 'Pottery Studio 1' brand
You'll become part of our team and gain the trust of clients and landlords.
Creating a Website for Your City
We will create a multi-page sales website specifically for your studio with your own domain, which will be optimized for all devices (computers, phones, etc.)
All advertising materials and print designs: flyers, gift cards
You'll become part of our team and gain the trust of clients and landlords, advertising posters, stickers, etc.
Offline training in pottery, painting, and firing
A two-week course in New York at our studio, guided by an experienced pottery instructor.
We will train up to 5 instructors for your studio
Including both hired employees and entrepreneurs. After completing our course, you’ll be equipped to train and evaluate new employees on your own.
Legal use of videos and photos for social media
Exclusive photos of actual participants in our workshops
Class and Event Programs
We’ll explain everything you need to make your events engaging and unforgettable.
List of equipment and materials with supplier contacts and discounts
Buy only what you need for your work, and keep the rest for yourself.
Extensive offline and online support throughout the opening process
From selecting a location to effective client communication and setting up online applications
TRAINING AND SUPPORT
Two-week training for up to 5 of your employees in New York
Step-by-step online course on starting and running a business
We’ll come to the studio opening and stay for a week to provide support and assistance.
Attracting clients even before the studio opens
- Offline training lasts 2 weeks in New York.
- We will train up to 5 of your employees (for example, 2 business owners + 3 hired workers).
IN 2 WEEKS OF OFFLINE TRAINING, YOU WILL DELVE INTO CERAMICS
- Learn to wheel-throw and sculpt in various techniques, decorate items.
- Paint pieces with engobes and glazes. Learn various techniques, their nuances, and potential risks.
- Proper firing techniques and kiln operation.
- Managing the kiln queue, tracking, and storing finished pieces.
- A list of necessary materials and their uses.
- Studio organization and management.
You will receive a comprehensive online course designed to help you establish a successful and profitable operation for Pottery Studio 1.
CONDUCTING CLASSES AND EVENTS:
CLIENT COMMUNICATION:
Our goal is not just to assist you in managing guests but also to ensure the profitability of each session while avoiding excessive labor costs.
CONDUCTING CLASSES AND EVENTS:
- Hosting individual and group workshops
- Programs for birthdays, corporate events, and dates
- Working with children, proven methods to engage and inspire
CLIENT COMMUNICATION:
- Communication strategies for interacting with different types of clients
- Scheduling, client management
- Handling bookings and phone calls
- Upselling: certificates, subscriptions, and additional services
Our goal is not just to assist you in managing guests but also to ensure the profitability of each session while avoiding excessive labor costs.
WEBSITE CREATION:
ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION:
SOCIAL MEDIA:
- We’ll create a modern website for your studio in your city.
- Our specialists will handle all SEO optimization to ensure your site ranks high on Google, attracting a steady stream of free, regular traffic.
- Through the website, you'll receive online inquiries and client calls.
ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION:
- Finding a targeted advertising specialist, launching ads, analytics, and tracking conversions
- Where to find clients: list of channels and platforms
- Search engine visibility
SOCIAL MEDIA:
- Social media strategy, content plan templates, and example posts
- Legal branded photos and videos to ensure a fast and successful launch
In our online course, we’ll share valuable tips:
- Criteria for choosing a neighborhood and building
- Ideal space: size, layout, number of rooms, features
- Interior of the space: furniture and equipment, restrooms, kiln area
- Lease agreement: what to consider, lease agreement template
In our online course, we’ll cover all the specifics and challenges at each stage. With our real-world experience, we’ll help you avoid financial losses and mistakes.
By following this detailed list, you’ll avoid purchasing unnecessary items and wasting money.
- All pottery equipment
- List of consumables for classes and studio maintenance
- Furniture for setting up the studio
During the busiest and most exciting week, we'll be right by your side. We'll help with running classes, setting up the studio, and providing moral support.
- Our instructor will attend your studio’s grand opening.
- Throughout the week, they’ll help and support you, giving you time to complete the setup, streamline operations, and address any questions you might have.
4 Steps to Opening
Your Own Business
4 Steps to Opening
Your Own Business
1
Choose a city for your studio and sign a contract with us.
2
Pay the franchise fee and receive your starter pack
3
Train your staff, lease a space, and open your studio.
4
Start earning by hosting classes and events, making your guests happy!
Franchise Cost
~Initial Investment
1. Franchise Fee
$30,000
2. Rent and Rent Deposit
$5,000-$9,000
3. Finishing Repairs & Tenant Improvements
$20,000
4. Furnishing
$5,000 – $12,000
5. Equipment
$11,000
6. Signage and Visual Adds
$4,000
7. Initial Supplies
$6,000
8. Advertising
$5,000
9. Computer, Card Terminal, Phones, etc
$3,000
10. Insurance and Other Organizational Expenses
$2,000
11. Salary Budget
$10,000
12. Training expenses
$3,000
13. Other and Unforeseen
$1,000
Total $105,000-$116,000
- The franchise fee is a one-time payment of $30,000 made at the time you sign the franchise agreement;
- The ongoing royalty rate is 5% of sales. There is also a contribution to the marketing materials development fund of 1% of sales.
WHO IS OUR CANDIDATE?
Our primary objective is to enhance the brand through trustworthy partnerships. We aim for partners who don 't just open a studio but swiftly turn it into a profitable venture. To accomplish this, we provide an array of tools and share our knowledge as if we were meticulously opening the studio ourselves.
Looking to become part of a large company and share its values
Already skilled in pottery or eager to learn it
Has business experience
Is motivated to grow the business and eager to learn and develop independently
WHY US?
- Client TrustBeing part of a large company ensures quality and safety in the eyes of clients.
- Landlord AssuranceMany shopping centers and landlords prefer established businesses over new ventures.
- Extensive ExperienceOver many years in the pottery business, we’ve tried many approaches. We’ve found a successful formula that guarantees profitability.
- Support, Assistance, and AdviceWe’ll help you at every stage, from sourcing materials to developing client communication skills.
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