Studio Coordinator

Sonos; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonos is seeking a Studio Coordinator to manage the new Soho studio and performance space. The role oversees daily operations, vendor relations, and guest experiences, while supporting artist residencies and brand collaborations.

This hands-on, on-site position requires 2+ years in office/studio operations, aBachelor’s or equivalent, and strong project management. Expect a fast-paced environment with a focus on hospitality, safety, and creative workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience relevant to the role.
• 2+ years experience in an office management, event production, or studio operations role.
• Experience working within a creative team — agency, in‑house brand studio, design firm, photo/video production.
• Project management or production coordination background.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the studio and workspace.
• Manage vendor relationships, facilities maintenance, and supply inventory.
• Handle mail, voicemails, support tickets, invoices, requisitions, and expense reports.
• Serve as on‑site safety lead and coordinate emergency procedures.
• Coordinate artist performances, hospitality, and post‑visit follow‑ups.
• Support influencer visits and brand partnerships logistics.
• Assist in sound equipment maintenance and IT/AV coordination.
• Schedule conference rooms and manage space usage.

Skills

Project management

Organization

Communication

Visitor coordination

Vendor coordination

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Customer service

Problem solving

Proactivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Google Suite

Google Sheets

Google Calendar

Google Docs

Adobe Creative tools

Figma

Job description

At Sonos we want to create the ultimate listening experience for our customers and know that it starts by listening to each other. As part of the Sonos team, you’ll collaborate with people of all styles, skill sets, and backgrounds to realize our vision while fostering a community where everyone feels included and empowered to do the best work of their lives.

This is a short-term, 12 month contract role.

This role is located on-site at one of our offices

This position is office-based, meaning regular in-person collaboration or use of office equipment is essential to maximize effectiveness for this team and/or position. Qualified applicants must live within commuting distance of our New York office and should expect to be in office 5 days per week.

About the Role:

The Studio Coordinator is part of the global Workplace team, overseeing the day-to-day operations of Sonos’ new creative studio and performance space in SoHo - a dynamic environment designed to host artists for live performances, listening sessions, film screenings, and other creative experiences.

This hands‑on role manages studio and workplace operations, employee and guest experience, and space‑related projects aligned with Sonos’ broader global real estate strategy. As the primary Workplace contact for local teams, you’ll help create a welcoming, productive, and well‑run environment for employees, artists, and guests.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, dependable, and people‑focused, with a warm, proactive, and adaptable approach. You’re comfortable rolling up your sleeves, managing multiple priorities, and seeing projects through from start to finish while balancing the needs of the space, the business, and the people who use it.

Location & Schedule:

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position 5 days per week onsite in our New York City studio. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.

What You’ll Do:

Space & Operations

• Oversee day-to-day operations of both floors including the creative team workspace, conference room, kitchenette, and performance space
• Manage vendor relationships, facilities maintenance, and supply inventory
• Manage administrative and financial processes, including mail sorting and distribution, voicemails, employee support tickets, invoices, purchase requisitions, and expense reports
• Serve as the on‑site safety lead, supporting emergency preparedness and response, including building evacuations and coordination with building management and first responders
• Manage shipping and receiving operations for domestic and international deliveries
• Ensure the space always reflects the Sonos brand at the highest level

Team Support

• Support the on‑site Sonos team with workspace needs, conference room scheduling, meal ordering, and day-to-day office operations
• Foster a studio culture that feels both productive and inspired

Technical Oversight

• Assist in maintaining and troubleshooting all Sonos audio equipment throughout the space
• Partner with remote IT/AV support to address issues with office conference rooms, meeting spaces, and employee equipment
• Ensure sound systems are performance‑ready at all times

Artist & Talent Relations

• Help coordinate incoming artist performances and residencies — hospitality, technical setup, and post‑visit follow‑up
• Assist the Sonos Radio Principle Curation Manager and the Global Events and Operation Manager as a point of contact for visiting talent and their teams
• Assist in managing communications with artist managers, labels, and booking agents

Influencer & Brand Partnerships

• Manage influencer visit logistics including product demos, content creation needs, and brand experience flow
• Assist the creative production team with set‑up for shoots or activations as needed

What You’ll Need:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience relevant to the role

Experience

• 2+ years experience in an office management, event production, or studio operations role
• Experience working within a creative team — agency, in‑house brand studio, design firm, photo/video production
• Project management or production coordination background

Core skills

• Project management — tracking timelines, deliverables, budgets, and multiple concurrent projects
• Organization & multitasking — juggling schedules, resources, and competing priorities across a creative team
• Communication — liaising between creatives, clients/stakeholders, vendors, and leadership
• Visitor/vendor coordination — booking influencers, press, photographers, stylists, printers, contractors, etc.
• Software proficiency — Google Creative Suite, Google Sheets, Google Calendar and Google Docs especially, Adobe Creative tools, Figma

Studio‑specific knowledge

• Understanding of creative workflows (design, photo/video production, content creation)
• Familiarity with production logistics — studio space booking, equipment/gear management, shoot scheduling

Soft skills

• Problem‑solving under tight deadlines
• Calm, adaptable demeanor — studio environments are fast‑paced and can shift last‑minute
• Strong interpersonal skills — often the connective tissue between creative directors, clients, and support staff
• Discretion/professionalism, especially in studios working with high‑profile clients or talent
• Comfort with a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment typical of NYC’s creative/agency/fashion/media industries
• May require flexibility for early morning or evening shoot schedules
• Networking/vendor relationships within the NYC creative scene can be a plus (studio rental spaces, freelance talent pools, printers, etc.)

Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don’t apply for roles if they don’t meet all the criteria. If you don’t have 100% of the skills listed, we strongly encourage you to apply if interested.

Physical & Workplace Experience:

This is an on‑site role requiring regular movement throughout the office and building. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs.; assisting with the movement, setup, and repositioning of furniture, equipment, and workplace materials; accessing and navigating all areas of the workplace as necessary; and supporting established emergency preparedness, evacuation, and life‑safety procedures for employees and visitors. The role may require extended periods of standing or walking and responding promptly to facilities, safety, or emergency situations throughout the workplace.

Visa Sponsorship:

Sonos is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time. We ask that applicants be authorized to work for any US employer, both now and in the future.

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Your profile will be reviewed and you’ll hear from us once we have an update. At Sonos we take the time to hire right and appreciate your patience.

The base pay range for this role based off geographic location is:

$68,000 and $85,000

The specific pay offered will depend on the candidate’s geographic location, as well as qualifications and experience. We apply geographic pay differentials based on the cost of labor in the market. Employees in high-cost locations may be compensated at the upper end of the range, while those in medium or low cost markets may be compensated at the lower end of the range. Your recruiter can provide more details about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.