Studio Manager

Urban Ridge Supplies; Doha; On-site; QAR 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Ridge Supplies seeks an experienced Studio Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, resourcing and delivery of projects within our creative department.

You will manage briefs, timelines, budgets, and multi-disciplinary teams and external partners, ensuring on-time delivery and high-quality output in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Media Production, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Film & Television, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day workflow and operations of the creative studio.
• Review and filter project briefs to ensure they are clear, complete and ready for production.
• Manage creative projects from initial concept and briefing through to final completion.
• Establish and monitor project timelines, deadlines, priorities and deliverables.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external resources to meet project requirements.
• Ensure clear and timely communication of briefs, timelines, feedback and expectations.
• Provide regular reports on project progress, risks and studio performance.

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Studio Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations workflow resourcing and delivery of projects within our Department The Studio Manager will ensure that projects are managed efficiently from initial briefing through to final delivery The role requires strong project management resource planning communication leadership and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects teams stakeholders freelancers and vendors simultaneously The ideal candidate will be proactive decisive people-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced creative environment

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day workflow and operations of the creative studio
• Review and filter project briefs to ensure they are clear complete and ready for production
• Manage creative projects from initial concept and briefing through to final completion
• Establish and monitor project timelines deadlines priorities and deliverables
• Allocate internal team members freelancers and external resources based on project requirements
• Monitor team workload utilisation attendance and project progress
• Identify workflow bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve efficiency
• Coordinate closely with Creative Account Management Marketing Production Finance and other relevant departments
• Ensure clear and timely communication of project briefs timelines changes feedback and expectations
• Coordinate with clients and or account teams regarding project requirements timelines progress and feedback
• Manage freelancers vendors and third-party production partners when required
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities for cost optimisation
• Maintain organised digital assets project files and relevant documentation
• Ensure projects are delivered on time while maintaining appropriate quality standards
• Provide regular reports and updates to management on project progress resource requirements risks and studio performance
• Develop and improve studio processes workflows and working practices
• Support team development mentoring performance management and a positive working environment
• Assist with creative production activities when required and when operational priorities allow
• Handle project-related issues and conflicts in a professional and solution-oriented manner
• Ensure effective coordination between internal teams and external stakeholders

Working Environment

This is a fast-paced creative environment where multiple projects may run simultaneouslyThe role requires flexibility and may occasionally involve extended working hours evenings or weekends to meet critical project deadlines campaign launches or pitch requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Media Production, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Film & Television, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Studio Management, Creative Project Management, Agency Operations, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of creative production processes and project workflows.
• Good understanding of print and digital specifications and production processes.
• Experience with creative/design software and digital file management systems.
• Strong project management, organization, and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Experience coordinating internal teams, freelancers, vendors, and external partners.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.Good understanding of project budgets and cost control.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• High level of initiative, accountability, integrity, and professionalism.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in team training and development is an advantage.