Overview
Studio Manager Jobs in Manchester Area, United Kingdom at The Candidate Recruitment Agency
We're partnering with a well-established consumer brand to recruit an experienced Studio Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a busy in-house content studio.
This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for delivering high-quality visual content across multiple channels. You'll oversee studio operations, manage creative talent, coordinate production schedules and continuously improve workflows to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to an exceptional standard.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day running of an in-house creative studio, overseeing photography, retouching and production workflows.
- Manage studio schedules, prioritising shoots to support business priorities, campaigns and new product launches.
- Lead, coach and develop a team of creative professionals, including photographers, stylists and retouchers.
- Coordinate external freelancers and specialist partners as required.
- Utilise AI tools and evolving production technologies to enhance creative output and improve efficiency.
- Oversee studio planning and asset tracking to ensure content is delivered to agreed deadlines across multiple business functions.
- Maintain consistently high creative standards and ensure all visual content aligns with brand guidelines.
- Manage studio equipment, maintenance schedules and inventory.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve studio efficiency.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered smoothly and collaboratively.
About You
We're looking for an experienced studio or production professional who combines excellent organisational skills with a collaborative leadership style.
You'll ideally have:
- Proven experience managing a busy in-house studio or creative production environment.
- A strong understanding of end-to-end content production and creative workflows.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary creative teams and managing external suppliers or agencies.
- Working knowledge of AI tools and how they can enhance content creation and production processes.
- Good technical understanding of professional studio equipment, lighting and image capture.
- Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Capture One.
- Excellent planning, project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders across the wider business.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consumer brand where creativity, collaboration and innovation are central to the business, offering the chance to make a genuine impact on the evolution of its in-house content function.
Title: Studio Manager
Company: The Candidate Recruitment Agency
Location: Manchester Area, United Kingdom
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