Studio Manager

Job Title: E-Commerce Studio Manager Location: South Tyneside Salary: Up to £49,000 We’re partnering with a leading retail brand to find an experienced and driven E-Commerce Studio Manager to join their North East operation. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the visual direction of a high-performing E-Commerce photography studio. As part of the studio leadership team, you’ll be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, driving efficiency, and ensuring consistently high standards of visual content. You’ll work cross-functionally with creative, production, and buying teams to ensure content aligns with brand identity and delivers an exceptional online shopping experience. This role would suit a natural leader with a passion for operational excellence, team development, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced digital content environment. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the smooth running of daily studio operations, ensuring content production meets business goals. Drive key performance metrics including time-to-site, cost-per-style, and image quality. Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflow and boost efficiency. Manage a multidisciplinary studio team covering stock control, styling, modelling, and photography. Take full ownership of the studio budget and ensure cost-effective operations. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality, brand-aligned visual content. Prioritise content production in line with commercial objectives and product launch timelines. Uphold quality control standards across all visual assets. Refine creative approaches to styling and photography to enhance customer engagement. Build and lead a high-performing team, encouraging a culture of accountability and innovation. Set performance objectives and conduct regular reviews to drive team growth. What We’re Looking For: 5 years’ experience in a similar E-Commerce studio management role, ideally in a multi-brand setting. Demonstrated success in leading high-volume content production environments. Strong understanding of process improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) and studio workflow tools. Proficient in budget management, performance tracking, and data-led decision-making. Familiarity with CMS, DAM systems, and reporting tools such as Excel or Google Analytics. A strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills and a track record of developing talent. Interested? If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, creative environment, please get in touch with your CV and a short covering note outlining your suitability for the role.

Location: Tyne & Wear, GB

Posted Date: 5/12/2025