Studio Manager

ACT III; Hove; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A game development studio in Hove is seeking a proactive Studio Manager to ensure smooth operations and a positive environment. Responsibilities include managing studio logistics, supporting the team, and maintaining communication with third-party contractors. Ideal candidates should have 2-3 years of relevant experience in similar roles, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills. Join an inclusive workplace with competitive benefits and a commitment to diversity.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days annual leave

Flexible working

Private Medical Insurance

Group Income protection

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years of experience as a Studio / Office Manager or equivalent role.
• Creativity and positive attitude.
• Keen eye for detail and highly organized.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage every aspect of running the studio.
• Arrange quarterly team gatherings.
• Assist with new starter onboarding.
• Ensure the upkeep of the studio spaces.

Skills

Studio / Office Management experience

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

About Us

We are Act III, a game development studio based in Brighton & Hove, working on an exciting unannounced AAA project. We believe in the power of diverse talents coming together to build experiences for everyone. We are a team of talented individuals from various backgrounds and disciplines, looking for an experienced Studio Manager to support the team and the studio's continued growth.

The Role

This is a hands-on role at the heart of the studio. We’re looking for a proactive, person-oriented individual who makes every aspect of our studio run smoothly. You'll be the welcoming face of the company, ensuring our spaces are comfortable, well-maintained, and set up for productive and creative work. You’ll be a confident, natural problem solver. You’ll support the team by making sure everyone has what they need to thrive and nurture our collaborative culture, and contribute to the positive energy of our studio.

Key Responsibilities

Studio

• Managing every aspect of running the studio;
• Being the first point of call to greet visitors and couriers
• Dealing with deliveries and distribution
• Checking stock levels, ordering studio supplies, and replenishing
• Ensuring the upkeep of the studio spaces
• Liaising with the landlord and managing third-party contractors about building maintenance issues and facilities
• Managing the security of the studio, including the entry system and CCTV
• Maintaining and communicating the health & safety, fire evacuation, and emergency policies and procedures
• Managing the fit-out of the new studios, including liaising with contractors and ensuring disruption to the team is kept to a minimum

Team Assistance

• Arranging quarterly team gatherings, including researching and making bookings
• Booking transport and accommodation for team travel
• Assisting with diary management, including booking departmental meetings
• Reconciling credit card usage and processing expenses
• Supporting the Head of People and the IT Manager with new starter onboarding, including arrangements for studio access, workspace setup, and induction
• Creating and ordering studio merchandise for conferences and events, and purchasing tickets
• Updating the website and posting to social media accounts

You Will Have

• 2 - 3 years of experience as a Studio / Office Manager or equivalent role
• A positive attitude and a creative problem solver
• A keen eye for detail and highly organised
• Fantastic time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise
• The flexibility to quickly adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a creative, fast-paced environment
• A commitment to supporting our core values and culture

Bonus Points

• Experience in implementing health & safety procedures
• Knowledge of fire safety regulations
• Previous experience in facilities management

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• 30 days annual leave plus studio closure over the Christmas period
• Flexible working
• Private Medical Insurance, dental, and optical cover
• Group Income protection at 75% of salary
• Group Life Insurance at 4 x salary
• Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• Interest-free annual season ticket loan
• Access to industry conferences

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and warmly encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, especially those from disadvantaged or underrepresented groups and global minority communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure fairness at every stage of the recruitment and hiring process.

We also strive to provide an accessible and accommodating application experience. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us – we'd be happy to help.

We have recently been made aware of increasing occurrences of actors posing as company HR personnel to gain information from "potential candidates", in the form of job interviews and offers. These scams can be quite sophisticated and appear legitimate. We will never use instant messaging apps to contact prospective employees or to conduct interviews.

Act III interviews are only ever conducted over video calls or in person. We would never ask for personal details before an interview.