Studio Manager

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage studio workflow and operations, and review project briefs for production readiness.
• Manage creative projects from concept and briefing through final completion.
• Set and monitor timelines, deadlines, priorities, and deliverables.
• Allocate internal staff, freelancers, and external resources.
• Monitor workload, utilisation, attendance, and project progress.
• Identify workflow bottlenecks and improve efficiency.
• Coordinate with internal departments, clients, account teams, vendors, and external partners.
• Monitor project costs and maintain organised digital assets, files, and documentation.
• Ensure timely delivery and appropriate quality standards.
• Report on project progress, resource needs, risks, and studio performance.
• Improve studio processes and support team development, mentoring, and performance management.
• Handle project issues and conflicts professionally and assist with creative production when required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Media Production, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Film & Television, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Studio Management, Creative Project Management, Agency Operations, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of creative production, project workflows, print and digital specifications, and production processes.
• Experience with creative/design software and digital file management systems.
• Strong project management, organisation, time-management, communication, leadership, and team management skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects and coordinating teams, freelancers, vendors, and external partners.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with an understanding of project budgets and cost control.
• Ability to work across departments, under pressure, and to meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in team training and development is an advantage.

Working Environment

• The role operates in a fast-paced creative environment with multiple concurrent projects.
• Flexibility may be required, including occasional extended hours, evenings, or weekends for critical deadlines, launches, or pitches.