Studio Technical Coordinator

NEXT Wholly Owned Brands; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% off NEXT products and Next Wholly…

10% off partner brands

Performance-based bonus

Life Assurance

Join Sharesave Scheme

Annual Travel Card Loan

Direct to Desk delivery

Sample sales

Personal development plans

Early Bank Holiday finishes

Year-round office events

Job summary

NEXT Wholly Owned Brands is seeking a Studio Technical Coordinator for our on-site studio team in London. The role supports Mac users, manages studio systems and image workflows, and ensures downtime is minimised.

You will work with the Technical Lead to maintain equipment, SOPs, and disaster recovery strategies. Responsibilities include hardware/software maintenance, asset inventory, and supporting production schedules across photography teams, with potential to cover flexible hours and

Qualifications

• Solid technical aptitude in a fast-paced photographic studio.

Responsibilities

• Provide desktop support for Mac users in the studio.
• Oversee end-to-end image workflows in the studio and ensure adherence to image guidelines.
• Maintain Disaster Recovery strategies and produce technical reporting for senior management.
• Manage inventory of photography, lighting, and IT equipment and implement SOPs.
• Coordinate schedules, logistics, and resource allocation for studio operations.
• Support Studio Floor Assistants and deputise for the Studio Manager on technical issues.
• Stay updated with digital technologies and recommend upgrades.
• Troubleshoot bottlenecks to minimise downtime and streamline workflows.

Skills

macOS

Capture One Pro

Adobe Creative Cloud

Studio system administration

Camera tethering

Tools

Capture One Pro

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Working style | On-site

Contract | 12 month fixed term contract

NEXT Wholly Owned Brands…

Our growing portfolio includes Lipsy, Love & Roses, Friends Like These, Beauty at NEXT, Cerene and Seraphine — all available through next.co.uk, connecting with millions of customers across the UK and beyond.

At the heart of our business is a passionate team driven by creativity, innovation, and a shared ambition to deliver exceptional results. We foster a culture where individuality is celebrated, curiosity is encouraged, and challenging the status quo is part of how we grow.

About the role

The Studio Technical Coordinator serves as the primary technical, digital, and IT support specialist within the photographic studio environment. Working alongside the Technical Lead, this role is responsible for overseeing studio systems, software, hardware, and image workflows to eliminate downtime and maximise operational efficiency. As a natural problem solver with a strong technical aptitude, you will provide desktop support for Mac users, manage studio equipment inventory, and maintain disaster recovery strategies.

Role Responsibilities

Technical Operations, IT & Image Workflows

• Ensure all digital studio systems, system architectures, and network hardware operate at optimum performance, rectifying technical issues quickly to meet business objectives.
• Provide end-user desktop support for studio Mac users, imaging computers for freelance photography teams, and serving as the base contact point for system administration.
• Oversee end-to-end image workflows throughout the studio, ensuring full adherence to NEXT image guidelines and stepping into the Digital Operator role when required.
• Maintain Disaster Recovery strategies for business continuity demands and produce technical reporting documentation to keep senior management informed of progress.
• Manage and maintain the inventory of photography, lighting, and IT equipment, ensuring proper organisation, maintenance, and secure storage.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for equipment usage, system maintenance, and studio safety.
• Coordinate studio schedules and logistics, managing equipment availability, personnel assignments, and resource allocation.
• Support Studio Floor Assistants with set changes and studio services, and deputise for the Studio Manager regarding technical, maintenance, or operational issues.
• Stay up to date with emerging digital technologies, industry trends, and hardware/software releases to recommend strategic equipment upgrades.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical bottlenecks to minimise studio downtime and streamline daily shoot pipelines.
• Proven experience in a technical coordinator, digital operator, or IT support role within a fast-paced photographic studio environment.
• Expert knowledge of macOS, Capture One Pro, Adobe Creative Cloud, and studio system administration tools.
• Solid understanding of camera tethering, network solutions, digital backs, and the latest photography and lighting equipment.
• Exceptional technical problem-solving skills with a strong aptitude for quick hardware, software, and workflow error resolution.
• High degree of flexibility with a willingness to work irregular hours, evenings, weekends, or across various locations as production demands dictate.

What we can do for you…

• 25% off a huge selection of Next, Next Wholly Owned Brands, GAP and Victoria's Secret products & 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through Perks At Work
• We recognise hard work with our company performance-based bonus
• Life Assurance
• Join our Next Sharesave Scheme
• Lesson the impact with our Annual Travel Card Loan
• Never miss a package and with Direct to Desk delivery
• Bag a bargain at our sample sales
• Learn, develop and grow with our personal development plans
• Enjoy more time with friends and family with Early Bank Holiday finishes
• Join in the fun with our year-round office events

Diversity & Inclusion

We recognise that our differences are what make us who we are. We want people to want to work for us and be their true selves. We are dedicated to attracting and developing a talent team, and recognise that all unique backgrounds and experiences contribute to our future success.

We want to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected, and where people can achieve their full potential and be their very best, whoever they are.

We believe that wellbeing is having the opportunity to achieve your full potential, cope with day to day pressures, be productive and thrive in all aspects of your life. We encourage a culture that promotes and enables us all to achieve positive wellbeing, by focusing on mental, physical and financial health.