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Studio Manager
Café de Palma
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Full Time
Manager
Remote
1 weeks ago
Studio ManagementProject ManagementCreative OperationsAdobe Creative CloudFigmaDigital Asset Management
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About the Role
Café de Palma is hiring a remote Studio Manager to oversee daily creative studio operations, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure efficient project delivery. The role requires 5+ years in studio management and strong leadership skills.
Key Skills for This Role
Studio ManagementProject ManagementCreative OperationsAdobe Creative CloudFigmaDigital Asset Management
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement studio operations strategies aligned with organizational objectives, creative priorities, and production goals
- Oversee day to day studio operations, including project intake, workflow management, scheduling, resource allocation, production planning, and quality assurance
- Manage creative production across graphic design, branding, photography, video production, motion graphics, digital content, and multimedia projects
- Collaborate with marketing, product, communications, creative, and executive leadership teams to prioritize projects and ensure timely delivery
- Manage studio budgets, production schedules, vendor relationships, equipment procurement, software licensing, and operational resources
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including project turnaround time, resource utilization, on time delivery, creative quality, stakeholder satisfaction, and operational efficiency
- Establish and maintain studio processes, creative workflows, asset management systems, production standards, and quality control procedures
- Ensure compliance with brand guidelines, creative standards, intellectual property requirements, licensing agreements, and organizational policies
- Identify opportunities to improve studio productivity by implementing automation, AI powered creative tools, digital asset management systems, and workflow optimization initiatives
- Coordinate relationships with external agencies, freelancers, photographers, videographers, production vendors, and creative partners
- Prepare operational reports, production dashboards, resource forecasts, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop designers, producers, photographers, videographers, editors, studio coordinators, and other creative professionals
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Media Production, Fine Arts, or a related field preferred
- 5+ years of experience in studio management, creative operations, production management, creative services, or related roles
- 2+ years of experience managing multidisciplinary creative teams, studio operations, or production workflows preferred
- Strong understanding of creative operations, project management, resource planning, production scheduling, digital asset management, branding, and multimedia production workflows
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, project management platforms, digital asset management (DAM) systems, collaboration tools, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong leadership, organizational, budgeting, analytical, and problem solving skills
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, presentation, and cross functional collaboration abilities
- Ability to manage multiple creative projects while balancing quality, deadlines, budgets, and business priorities
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
Full Job Posting
About Us
- We are a creative and innovation driven organization dedicated to delivering exceptional visual, digital, and multimedia experiences that strengthen our brand and engage our audiences.
The Role
- We are seeking an experienced Studio Manager to oversee the daily operations of our creative studio, ensuring efficient project delivery, resource management, and creative excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement studio operations strategies aligned with organizational objectives, creative priorities, and production goals
- Oversee day to day studio operations, including project intake, workflow management, scheduling, resource allocation, production planning, and quality assurance
- Manage creative production across graphic design, branding, photography, video production, motion graphics, digital content, and multimedia projects
- Collaborate with marketing, product, communications, creative, and executive leadership teams to prioritize projects, define requirements, and ensure timely delivery of creative assets
- Manage studio budgets, production schedules, vendor relationships, equipment procurement, software licensing, and operational resources to maximize efficiency and cost effectiveness
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including project turnaround time, resource utilization, on time delivery, creative quality, stakeholder satisfaction, and operational efficiency
- Establish and maintain studio processes, creative workflows, asset management systems, production standards, and quality control procedures
- Ensure compliance with brand guidelines, creative standards, intellectual property requirements, licensing agreements, and organizational policies
- Identify opportunities to improve studio productivity by implementing automation, AI powered creative tools, digital asset management systems, and workflow optimization initiatives
- Coordinate relationships with external agencies, freelancers, photographers, videographers, production vendors, and creative partners to support project execution
- Prepare operational reports, production dashboards, resource forecasts, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop designers, producers, photographers, videographers, editors, studio coordinators, and other creative professionals while fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Media Production, Fine Arts, or a related field preferred
- Professional certifications in Project Management, Creative Operations, Adobe Creative Cloud, Digital Media, or equivalent are advantageous
- 5+ years of experience in studio management, creative operations, production management, creative services, or related roles
- 2+ years of experience managing multidisciplinary creative teams, studio operations, or production workflows preferred
- Strong understanding of creative operations, project management, resource planning, production scheduling, digital asset management, branding, and multimedia production workflows
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, project management platforms, digital asset management (DAM) systems, collaboration tools, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with photography, videography, motion graphics, print production, AI assisted creative tools, and creative workflow automation is advantageous
- Strong leadership, organizational, budgeting, analytical, and problem solving skills
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, presentation, and cross functional collaboration abilities
- Ability to manage multiple creative projects while balancing quality, deadlines, budgets, and business priorities
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
What We Offer
- Fully remote work opportunity within the United Arab Emirates
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development and creative operations leadership growth opportunities
- Exposure to digital transformation, AI powered creative technologies, multimedia innovation, and integrated brand initiatives
- Flexible and collaborative work environment
- Supportive culture focused on creativity, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Opportunity to lead a high performing creative studio that delivers impactful work supporting business growth and brand excellence
- Clear career progression within studio management, creative operations, production leadership, brand management, and executive management functions
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