Studio Manager

NY 411; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury styling and creative direction studio in New York is seeking a Production Coordinator to oversee daily operations, manage workflows, and ensure project deadlines are met. The ideal candidate has 3-5+ years of experience in operations or production management, particularly within high-touch environments such as fashion and entertainment. Strong organizational and financial tracking skills are required. This role demands a calm and strategic mindset to navigate fast-paced projects and high-stakes environments.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in operations, production management, or creative studio management.
• Experience within fashion, entertainment, PR, or other high-touch environments strongly preferred.
• Fashion market knowledge is a plus.
• Strong financial tracking and organizational skills.
• Calm under pressure and capable of managing high-stakes environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily studio operations and workflow management.
• Manage calendars for fittings, pulls, returns, travel, and major events.
• Supervise shipping logistics and maintain inventory tracking.
• Develop and manage project timelines for various events.
• Coordinate logistics with PR teams and brand partners.

Skills

Operations management

Financial tracking

Team management

Project management

Strategic problem solving

High emotional intelligence

Fluent in English

Job description

This is a Contracted position in the field of Production Coordinator / Project Management, located in New York, NY .

The employer is Micaela Erlanger Studios, Inc..

The Studio Manager serves as the operational backbone of the studio. This individual ensures that internal systems, logistics, financial tracking, scheduling, and team coordination operate seamlessly so that creative output remains elevated and uncompromised. The ideal candidate thrives in high-performance environments, anticipates needs before they arise, and brings structure to fast-moving, high-visibility projects. This is a strategic operations position.

Experience

Studio Operations & Logistics

• Oversee daily studio operations and workflow management
• Manage calendars for fittings, pulls, returns, travel, press tours, and major events
• Supervise shipping logistics, tailoring timelines, and inventory tracking
• Maintain styling closet organization and digital inventory systems
• Ensure fittings are fully prepped (racks, look boards, accessories, emergency kits)

Financial Oversight & Vendor Management

• Track invoices and client billing
• Reconcile expenses in coordination with accounting
• Manage vendor payments (couriers, tailoring, assistants, freelance teams)
• Identify and flag cost‑saving opportunities

Team & Project Management

• Oversee assistants and freelance stylists
• Lead weekly team check‑ins
• Develop and manage project timelines for premieres, press tours, and award season
• Ensure deadlines are met across all active projects
• Improve systems and documentation to support scalability

Client & Brand Liaison Support

• Coordinate logistics with PR teams and brand partners
• Manage pull confirmations, deliveries, and returns
• Maintain white‑glove communication standards
• Assist company CEO on other creative projects such as brand partnerships, social partnerships, collaborations, etc.

Systems & Infrastructure

• Build and refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Optimize digital systems and operational trackers
• Develop scalable workflows to support growth

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in operations, production management, or creative studio management
• Experience within fashion, entertainment, PR, or other high‑touch environments strongly preferred
• Fashion market knowledge is a plus
• Strong financial tracking and organizational skills
• High emotional intelligence and absolute discretion
• Calm under pressure and capable of managing high‑stakes and fast paced environments
• Strategic, proactive, and solution‑oriented mindset
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) required

Micaela Erlanger Studios is a New York–based luxury styling and creative direction studio operating at the highest levels of fashion, entertainment, and media. The studio manages red carpet appearances, global press tours, editorial projects, and brand partnerships with precision, discretion, and excellence.

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