Admin & Creative Operations Assistant

The Mighty Studio; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative photography studio in Toronto is seeking a proactive Admin & Creative Operations Assistant. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to blend administrative tasks with creative support, ensuring the studio runs smoothly. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, organized, and possess a basic understanding of photography. You'll manage communications, assist with studio operations, and contribute to financial tasks, all while being part of a dynamic team. This position has the potential to grow into a full-time role, making it perfect for someone looking to evolve in a creative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage emails and schedules effectively.
• Experience in basic bookkeeping and financial tracking.
• Strong understanding of creative processes and studio operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage email communications and client scheduling.
• Assist with studio setup and maintenance.
• Track expenses and assist with financial projections.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Basic Photography Knowledge

Detail-Oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Arts or Business

Tools

Excel/Sheets

G Suite

Notion

Canva

Capture One

Job description

Direct message the job poster from The Mighty Studio

Location:Toronto, ON (In-person required)

Hours:15-20 hours/ week

Type:Part-Time (with potential to grow into Full-Time)

About Me

I'm a professional photographer running a photography studio in Toronto. My work involves a mix of shoots, creative projects, client management, and business operations. I’m looking for someone to become a core part of my team—someone trustworthy, organized, and proactive, who can help manage both the business and the creative day-to-day.

Role Overview

As myAdmin & Creative Operations Assistant, you’ll be my go-to person for everything from email management and scheduling to helping set up shoots and keeping my studio running smoothly. You should be someone who enjoys taking initiative, thrives on solving problems, and has a balance of creative understanding and business sense.

What You’ll Do

• Email & Communication Management:Triage emails, draft responses, and stay on top of communications.
• Studio Support:Assist with studio setup and takedown, organization, cleaning, and ongoing maintenance.
• Scheduling & Booking:Manage calendars, client sessions, equipment rentals, and travel (when needed).
• Business Admin:Track expenses, create and manage spreadsheets, assist with bookkeeping and business filings.
• Financial Support:Help with financial projections, budgeting, and provide insight from a finance-savvy perspective.
• Creative Support:Understand the flow of shoots and projects; help ensure things run smoothly behind the scenes.
• Proactive Problem Solving:Anticipate needs, find ways to improve workflows, and manage tasks independently.
• Growth-Oriented:Potential to evolve into a full-time, higher-responsibility role as the business grows.

You Might Be a Great Fit If You...

• Are based in Toronto and can work in person
• Have basic knowledge of photography or creative production
• Are comfortable setting up light gear and moving around a studio
• Are organized, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy (Excel/Sheets, G Suite, Notion)
• Have some understanding of small business finances, budgeting, or bookkeeping
• Can be trusted with confidential information and sensitive details
• Enjoy working independently but can also collaborate well when needed
• Have a “no task too small” attitude—ready to pitch in wherever needed

Bonus Points If You...

• Have worked with a creative professional or small business owner before
• Have a passion for photography or visual art
• Are familiar with marketing tools or social media planning
• Know your way in and out of Canva
• Know how to use Capture One

Compensation

Hourly rate based on experience. This is a part-time role to start, with strong potential to grow into a full-time position.

How to Apply

To show you’ve read this all the way through (and you're detail-oriented!), pleaseemail:[e-mail]

Use the subject line:

Include:

• Yourresume
• Acover letterthat tells me:
• Who you are
• What you do now
• What you want to do
• How you think you can help me and The Mighty Studio

And a summary to help you craft the above:

Key Responsibilities:

Location:Toronto, ON (In-person required)

Hours:15-20 hours/ week

Type:Part-Time (with potential to grow into Full-Time)

About Me

I'm a professional photographer running a photography studio in Toronto. My work involves a mix of shoots, creative projects, client management, and business operations. I’m looking for someone to become a core part of my team—someone trustworthy, organized, and proactive, who can help manage both the business and the creative day-to-day.

Role Overview

As myAdmin & Creative Operations Assistant, you’ll be my go-to person for everything from email management and scheduling to helping set up shoots and keeping my studio running smoothly. You should be someone who enjoys taking initiative, thrives on solving problems, and has a balance of creative understanding and business sense.

What You’ll Do

• Email & Communication Management:Triage emails, draft responses, and stay on top of communications.
• Studio Support:Assist with studio setup and takedown, organization, cleaning, and ongoing maintenance.
• Scheduling & Booking:Manage calendars, client sessions, equipment rentals, and travel (when needed).
• Business Admin:Track expenses, create and manage spreadsheets, assist with bookkeeping and business filings.
• Financial Support:Help with financial projections, budgeting, and provide insight from a finance-savvy perspective.
• Creative Support:Understand the flow of shoots and projects; help ensure things run smoothly behind the scenes.
• Proactive Problem Solving:Anticipate needs, find ways to improve workflows, and manage tasks independently.
• Growth-Oriented:Potential to evolve into a full-time, higher-responsibility role as the business grows.

You Might Be a Great Fit If You...

• Are based in Toronto and can work in person
• Have basic knowledge of photography or creative production
• Are comfortable setting up light gear and moving around a studio
• Are organized, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy (Excel/Sheets, G Suite, Notion)
• Have some understanding of small business finances, budgeting, or bookkeeping
• Can be trusted with confidential information and sensitive details
• Enjoy working independently but can also collaborate well when needed
• Have a “no task too small” attitude—ready to pitch in wherever needed

Bonus Points If You...

• Have worked with a creative professional or small business owner before
• Have a passion for photography or visual art
• Are familiar with marketing tools or social media planning
• Know your way in and out of Canva
• Know how to use Capture One

Compensation

Hourly rate based on experience. This is a part-time role to start, with strong potential to grow into a full-time position.

How to Apply

To show you’ve read this all the way through (and you're detail-oriented!), pleaseemail:[e-mail]

Use the subject line:

Admin & Creative Operations Assistant – [Your Name]

Include:

• Yourresume
• Acover letterthat tells me:
• Who you are
• What you do now
• What you want to do
• How you think you can help me and The Mighty Studio

And a summary to help you craft the above:

Key Responsibilities:

• Admin Support: Manages email triage, scheduling, client session bookings, equipment rentals, and light travel planning.
• Studio Support: Helps set up and clean studio, organizes gear and props, maintains studio functionality.
• Financial Admin: Tracks expenses, updates spreadsheets, assists with light bookkeeping and budgeting tasks.
• Creative Support: Understands shoot flow, preps materials, and keeps things on track behind the scenes.
• Task Execution: Takes initiative on recurring tasks and flags opportunities to optimize workflows.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Photography

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