Studio Manager

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Studio Manager to oversee day‑to‑day operations, workflow, resourcing and delivery of creative projects within our department. The role requires strong project‑management, resource‑planning and communication skills to ensure projects move efficiently from briefing to final delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the daily workflow and operations of the creative studio.
• Review and filter project briefs to ensure clarity and completeness.
• Lead creative projects from concept through to final completion, establishing timelines, priorities and deliverables.
• Allocate internal team members, freelancers and external resources based on project needs.
• Monitor team workload, utilisation, attendance and project progress, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements.
• Coordinate closely with Creative, Account Management, Marketing, Production, Finance and other relevant departments.
• Communicate project briefs, timelines, changes, feedback and expectations clearly and promptly.
• Manage freelancers, vendors and third‑party production partners as required.
• Track project costs and identify opportunities for cost optimisation.
• Maintain organised digital assets, project files and documentation.
• Provide regular reports on progress, resource requirements, risks and studio performance.
• Develop and improve studio processes, workflows and working practices.
• Support team development, mentoring and performance management.

Required profile

• 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 or agency operations.
• Strong leadership, team‑management and communication abilities.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities and diverse stakeholders simultaneously.
• High attention to detail, initiative and professionalism under pressure.