Studio & Content Manager

Whittard of Chelsea; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in tea, coffee, and chocolate seeks a Studio and Content Manager to elevate its storytelling across various channels. This hybrid role involves overseeing the entirety of content production and working collaboratively to ensure high-quality, engaging outputs.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance + birthday off

Monthly product allowance

Up to 50% discount in-store

Development opportunities at every level

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Access to wellbeing portal and Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 5–8 years leading content creation and shoot management.
• Experience in food, lifestyle, or premium consumer goods.
• Skilled at managing agencies, freelancers, and production budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end production of brand content across channels.
• Manage production from storyboard to post-production, including budgets and timelines.
• Champion quality and consistency in all creative outputs.

Skills

Creative Production

Vendor Management

Content Strategy

Food Styling

Job description

Department – Marketing Are you ready to lead inspiring content creation and seamless production operations that bring a heritage brand to life across every channel? At Whittard of Chelsea, we’ve been sharing the joys of exceptional tea, coffee, and hot chocolate since 1886. Now, we’re seeking a talented Studio and Content Manager to elevate our storytelling through outstanding creative execution across digital, retail, and packaging. About the Role… This is your opportunity to take the reins of Whittard’s creative production—from big-picture content strategy to the fine details of shoot logistics. You’ll be at the centre of our content engine, managing everything from concept to delivery, while ensuring every asset we produce feels distinctively Whittard. From directing food and lifestyle shoots to optimising content workflows and managing third-party partners, this is a role where creative flair meets operational excellence. Working across departments you’ll craft meaningful content experiences that engage audiences and deliver commercial impact. Please note: this is a hybrid role and requires 3 days per week in our office (up to 4 during probationary period) – Abingdon, Oxfordshire (OX14 4SH).

• Creative Vision Meets Execution – Lead end-to-end production of brand content across digital, retail, packaging, and social channels, always aligned with our tone and aesthetic.
• Own the Content Calendar – Develop and deliver content that aligns with brand strategy, marketing campaigns, and commercial priorities across global markets.
• Production Management – Run shoots from storyboard to post-production, managing budgets, crews, casting, and timelines.
• Champion Quality & Consistency – Ensure all creative outputs reflect our high standards in food & beverage styling and brand identity.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with teams across product, e-commerce, CRM, and brand to deliver integrated campaigns.
• Agency & Supplier Oversight – Source, onboard, and lead external production partners, freelancers, and design vendors.
• Studio Workflow & Tools – Drive process improvements, manage asset delivery pipelines, and keep our Digital Asset Management system running smoothly.
• Data-Informed Decisions – Monitor key metrics like content performance, budget efficiency, and stakeholder satisfaction to continuously refine our approach.
  
  

About You

You will be someone who…

• Manages Complexity
• Ensures Accountability
• Plans & Aligns
• Collaborates with Impact
• Drives Results
• Streamlines Processes
• Instils Trust
• Tech-Savvy You’ll have experience in…
• Creative Production Pro – 5–8 years leading content creation and shoot management, ideally in food, lifestyle, or premium consumer goods.
• Vendor Management – Skilled at managing agencies, freelancers, and production budgets.
• Multi-Channel Execution – Experience delivering content across paid, organic, packaging, and e-commerce touchpoints.
• Content Strategist – Able to translate brand goals into compelling visuals and stories.
• Familiar with Food Styling – Confident in leading shoots that require product styling for photography or video.At Whittard, creativity meets tradition. You’ll join a close-knit, forward-thinking team passionate about crafting content that connects and inspires. Here, your ideas matter—and your work helps shape the future of a heritage brand. We offer:
• Generous holiday allowance + your birthday off
• Monthly product allowance
• Up to 50% discount in-store to enjoy our delicious range
• A culture of growth and creativity, with development opportunities at every level
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Access to our wellbeing portal and Employee Assistance Programme
• A selection of family-friendly benefits … And much more! If you’re ready to blend operational precision with creative ambition—and want your work to tell stories people savour—we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape Whittard’s next chapter—one beautifully crafted asset at a time.