Licensed Optician

KREWE; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Health insurance

Vision and dental

Parental leave

Free Krewe frames

Job summary

KREWE is seeking a licensed Optician in California to join our optical program and support the Abbot Kinney market. You will deliver exceptional service, perform precise measurements, and guide teammates through optical processes.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of optical experience, can translate technical terms for clients, and are passionate about eyewear, fashion, and culture. Weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Optician in California required.
• 2+ years optical experience.
• Able to explain technical optical terms clearly.
• Passion for eyewear, fashion, and culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform and record optical measurements with precision.
• Adjust ophthalmic frames and verify finished products.
• Share optical knowledge with team and clients.
• Train others on optical processes and techniques.
• Assist on the sales floor with style and fit consulting.
• Represent Krewe to grow the optical client base.
• Support seamless Krewe hospitality in optical program.

Skills

Licensed Optician

Optical experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Education

Optician license - California

Job description

KREWE is an independent, high-fashion eyewear brand rooted in the vibrant culture and boundless creativity of our hometown, New Orleans - and now proudly headquartered in both New Orleans and New York City. Since our launch in 2013, KREWE has grown into a dynamic brand celebrated for its distinctive, handcrafted sun and optical frames that reflect a deep commitment to quality, individuality, and design.

In 2022, we opened the doors to our NYC headquarters in the heart of the Meatpacking District, building a second home for the brand that brings New Orleans’ culture, creativity, and energy to one of the world’s most iconic design capitals. Our presence now spans brick-and-mortar boutiques, mobile retail concepts, and a thriving e-commerce platform - alongside distribution through premier independents and top national retailers. Celebrated for our unique approach to design, KREWE has cultivated a loyal following among style-conscious consumers and influential tastemakers.

As we continue to expand, we’re looking for passionate, driven, and innovative individuals to join our talented team. At KREWE our work is fast-paced, collaborative, and deeply mission-driven. Our people are high-performing and ambitious - not just about hitting goals, but about building something that’s original, culturally rooted and globally resonant. Every team member at KREWE has the opportunity to own their role and make a lasting impact.

As a KREWE Optician, your job will be to ensure seamless integration of our Optical Program into our existing Abbot Kinney KREWE market. By delivering impeccable customer service, understanding of Optical processes, and provision of working knowledge to our team, you will play a vital role in the client journey.

What You\'ll Do

• Ensure accuracy and precision in performing and recording optical measurements, adjusting ophthalmic frames, and troubleshooting vision issues


• Verify accuracy of finished ophthalmic products upon arrival from our partnering lab


• Demonstrate perfect ophthalmic product knowledge and provide thorough understanding of products to team members and clients


• Work with other team members to ensure excellent store-wide customer service & provide trainings on optical processes and techniques


• Elegantly walk through lens options with customers to ensure the Krewe hospitality is extended through our optical program


• Provide style & fit consulting on sales floor and lend sales help to our floor team


• Act as a representative for Krewe to create a new base of Krewe Optical clients & extend our New Orleans #SeeClearly mission across new channels

Who You Are

• A licensed Optician in the state of California


• 2+ years optical experience


• Excellent at communicating technical optical terms in a digestible & poignant way


• Passionate about eyewear, fashion, and culture


• Stylish and individual, expressing a sharp understanding of personal style & KREWE’s place in fashion


• Punctual, eager to learn, and excited to grow with Krewe


• Well-versed customer service representative with a drive and passion to provide an impeccable client journey


• Motivated self-starter


• Excellent detail orientation and time management skills


• Excels under pressure in a fast-paced work environment


• Flexible with scheduling and available to work weekends as needed

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive wage


• Health, vision and dental insurance


• Parental leave policy


• Free KREWE frames (duh.)


• Spend your time in a truly \"one of a kind\" retail experience


• Quarterly cultural spend to encourage our get out, see the city, \"do you\" mentality