Creative & Production Manager

Niche Recruitment Ltd; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned British heritage brand is seeking a Studio & Production Manager to lead creative content and production efforts across various channels. This pivotal full-time role offers a blend of strategy and execution, shaping the brand's engagement with audiences through high-quality, story-driven content, with a competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in creative production within premium consumer brands.
• Proven success managing large-scale productions.
• Excellent project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead content creation from strategic concept through to delivery.
• Manage agency and freelance partners to deliver high-quality visuals.
• Oversee studio workflows, timelines and budgets.

Skills

Creative production

Content planning

Art direction

Project management

Digital Asset Management

Brand consistency

Job description

Are you ready to lead inspiring content creation and seamless production operations that bring a British heritage brand to life across every channel? If you’re passionate about storytelling through design, photography and digital media, this role offers the perfect blend of creativity and coordination.

A renowned British heritage brand is seeking a Studio & Production Manager to drive the vision and execution of their content across digital platforms, retail environments and product packaging. This is your opportunity to take on a pivotal role that combines strategy and delivery, shaping the way the brand engages with audiences through meaningful, story-driven content.

This full-time role is based near Abingdon with hybrid working options and regular travel to London and Manchester for key shoots and agency collaboration. The salary is up to £60,000 depending on experience, with a competitive benefits package. You’ll need to be available on-site at least four days per week and ready to take the lead on a transformative creative journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead content creation from strategic concept through to shoot delivery, post-production and final asset management.
• Manage agency and freelance partners to deliver high-quality visuals across social, retail, e-commerce and packaging.
• Direct food and lifestyle shoots, bringing a strong eye for styling and brand alignment to every production.
• Oversee studio workflows, timelines and budgets—ensuring assets are delivered on time and on brand.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, e-commerce and product teams to align content with business goals.
• Maintain and evolve creative standards, ensuring every touchpoint reflects the brand’s premium identity.

Skills & Experience:

• Solid experience in creative production, content planning or senior shoot management within premium consumer brands.
• Strong art direction and shoot styling experience, particularly across food and lifestyle content.
• Proven success managing large-scale productions and working with a blend of agency, freelance and in-house teams.
• Excellent project management skills and experience with Digital Asset Management tools.
• Comfortable navigating a fast-paced, evolving creative environment with resilience and adaptability.
• A collaborative mindset with commercial awareness and a keen eye for detail and brand consistency.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to shape the creative future of a beloved British brand, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Michelle at Niche with any questions.