Studio Manager

THE PRODUCTION FACTORY; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Production Factory in London is seeking a highly organized Studio Manager to oversee our ecommerce studio operations, delivering high-volume, on-brand imagery that drives conversion and supports client digital channels. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of Photographers, Stylists, Retouchers and Copywriters and collaborate with creative and client teams to ensure shoots are on time and on-brand.

You will manage end-to-end studio workflows from shoot planning and scheduling through to

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a Studio Manager role for ecommerce, ideally fashion retail.
• Experience managing high-volume ecommerce shoots and leading a studio team.
• Strong project management and organisational skills with multi-tasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day running of the ecommerce studio, delivering shoots on time and to brand standard.
• Develop and improve studio workflows, SOPs, and scheduling systems.
• Lead pre-production planning from brief to call sheets and shoot schedules.

Skills

Studio Manager

E-commerce photography

Project management

Communication

Workload management

DAM platforms

Tools

DAM platforms

Scheduling tools

Sample management systems

Job description

The Production Factory is a global production agency working across stills and film. We produce high-end visual content for fashion, luxury, beauty, lifestyle, and culture’s most forward-thinking brands, creatives, and agencies.

From concept to final delivery, we handle the full production journey - bringing ideas to life through thoughtful planning, expert production, and industry-leading post-production. Whether on set or in post, our teams work seamlessly to shape imagery and film that feels elevated, considered, and impactful across print, digital, social, and broadcast platforms.

Our integrated approach means production and post-production work hand in hand, ensuring creative consistency, technical excellence, and a smooth, collaborative process throughout. We partner closely with photographers, directors, stylists, and creative teams to support ambitious ideas and deliver exceptional results at every stage.

We have offices in London, New York, Miami, Mallorca, and Manchester, meaning we operate on a global platform. This allows us to connect brands with world-class production in the cities that shape culture.

REPORTING TO

Head of Production

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for a highly organised and creative Studio Manager to oversee one of our ecommerce studio operations. This is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring our studio produces high-volume, on-brand imagery that drives conversion and also supports with content for the client’s digital channels. You will play an essential role in producing high-level content and have an excellent understanding of the nuances of creative across photography and post-production.

You will manage end-to-end studio workflows from shoot planning and scheduling through to final asset delivery, while leading a talented team of Photographers, Stylists, Re-touchers and Copywriters. The right person brings a sharp eye for fashion imagery, deep knowledge of e-commerce production standards, and the organisational rigour to keep a fast-paced studio running at peak efficiency.

Please note this role is studio based, 5 days per week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the day-to-day running of the e-commerce studio, ensuring shoots are delivered on time, on budget, and to brand standard.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve studio workflows, SOPs, and scheduling systems
• Manage capacity planning and resource allocation across all studio functions.
• Directly manage a multidisciplinary Studio team including Photographers, Stylists, Hair & Make-up Artists, Re-touchers and Copywriters.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance studio culture
• Manage studio operations including administration; product flow in the studio, resourcing and client communication and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities (i.e. managing vendor relationships and procurement)
• Lead pre-production planning for all e-commerce and social shoots from brief through to call sheets and shoot schedules
• Ensure all shoots meet technical specifications for the website, mobile, and third-party channel requirements
• Work closely with the Client and Creative teams to ensure schedules are set and imagery is delivered on time.
• Own the studio variables budget - tracking spend, forecasting costs, processing invoices and reporting / budget reviews with the Head of Production.
• Negotiate rates with freelancers, agencies, and suppliers to maximise value.
• Produce regular reporting on studio output, productivity metrics, and asset delivery performance
• Identify and present opportunities for cost efficiencies without compromising quality
• Work closely with the Lead Re-toucher to oversee the post-production workflow, ensuring imagery is retouched to a high standard, on schedule and following client feedback.
• Ensure the team are adhering to overall brand direction across all product areas and manage all client feedback.
• Manage any workflow or digital asset management systems. Ensuring all assets are correctly named, tagged, and distributed to relevant stakeholders
• Oversee the Photography team in maintaining the setting up of sets, studio lighting and all photography equipment
• Work closely with the Lead Sample Manager to ensure garment tracking, and returns processes in coordination with the merchandising and warehouse teams
• Work alongside our Head of Production on the account to establish systems and processes, improve efficiency and optimise performance.
• Have experience in designing and setting up new workflows for ecommerce photography, including model and still life, to improve service delivery and productivity.
• Provide a seamless support service to all photo studios, supporting our Photographers, Stylists and Hair & Make-up to ensure they are delivering each brief with exacting efficiency.
• Provide timely and effective communication on progress or issues to the team, find solutions and be a constant source of clear advice and problem solving.
• Proactively identify bottlenecks and implement operational improvements to increase throughput and quality.
• Create weekly reports on productivity and samples
• Support in the recruitment of freelance and full-time staff.
• As a key point of contact between the wider business and the ecommerce studio, work closely with all teams, building collaborative relationships.
• Regularly liaise with the client to understand photography requirements .

SKILLS

• 5 years+ experience in a Studio Manager role for e-commerce, ideally for a fashion retailer.
• Proven experience managing high-volume e-commerce photo shoots and overseeing a studio team (experience setting up a new e-commerce studio and implementing new processes/workflows would be an added bonus)
• Excellent project management and organisational skills with a demonstrable ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Confident communicator and collaborator; comfortable working across creative, commercial, and operational teams.
• The ability to manage a heavy workload under pressure by effectively prioritising, planning ahead and overseeing multiple tasks at any one time.
• Experience with sample management systems, DAM platforms, and scheduling tools

As an equal opportunities employer, The Production Factory is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.