Studio Manager Job Description Location: Premier Park Studio, London, NW10 About Lipsy Lipsy is a fresh, dynamic fashion brand that’s fast moving and constantly evolving. We love a challenge, and staying ahead of the fashion curve is what we do best. We are the London-based fashion brand for those that reach for an inspirational lifestyle, who embrace the Lipsy mindset. We’re sophisticated with just the right amount of contemporary glamour. We’re as passionate about our people as we are fashion. We invest in a supportive and collaborative culture, we feel good about what we do. About the role: We have an exciting opportunity for a Studio Manager to be the driving force behind our Studio team, you’ll inspire Photographers, Stylists, and Post Production Operatives to achieve peak efficiency and elevate the Studio’s quality of service. With your enviable network of industry contacts, you’ll secure top-tier freelance creatives when needed, ensuring our imagery always stands out. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise to a fast-paced, fashion-focused environment. You will: • Ensure the Studio is fully resourced to meet tight deadlines, delivering high-quality outputs consistently • Develop and implement efficient processes and procedures to streamline Studio operations • Build and maintain strong working relationships with sub-contractors to ensure smooth collaborations • Oversee financial processes, including purchase orders, invoice payments, and associated expenditures, while keeping budgets on track and minimising costs • Monitor and report monthly budgets for the Studio, freelancers, and models, ensuring financial efficiency • Maintain high operational standards within the Studio, performing quality control to ensure all work meets the required level of excellence • Represent the Studio at client and stakeholder meetings, acting as a key point of contact • Travel between sites and Head Office as required to support Studio operations • Oversee workloads and coordinate freelance requirements with the Studio Coordinator to meet project demands • Organise and manage the production and coordination of shoots, liaising with the Head Office team to gather necessary information • Conduct regular reviews with direct reports, identifying development opportunities, setting SMART objectives, and revisiting these monthly to adjust priorities if needed • Ensure Studio spaces remain organised and well-maintained, prioritising cleanliness and professionalism • Motivate and inspire the Studio team to achieve their goals while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment • Administer First Aid when needed and serve as a fire warden, ensuring the safety of all colleagues • Promote a safe work environment by addressing hazards, reporting incidents, and managing accidents appropriately Your talent: • Proven management experience within a studio production role, overseeing diverse creative outputs • Exceptional organisational skills, capable of managing multiple studios and activities, including single-image photography, model imagery, creative still life, and video production • Advanced leadership and management expertise, with the ability to lead, inspire, and motivate teams to deliver outstanding results • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with peers, senior management, and external suppliers • Strong experience in managing budgets, tracking expenditures, and negotiating supplier costs • Skilled negotiator and decisive project manager with a results-driven mindset • Passionate about managing creative teams, both internal and freelance, and fostering collaboration across diverse skill sets • Collaborative team player, adaptable under pressure, with a flexible approach to shifting priorities and business needs • Sharp creative eye and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring outputs are of the highest quality • Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements within a studio environment • Proficient in capture and shoot software, with strong technical expertise • Experienced in workload tracking and scheduling, with fluency in both Mac and PC systems What we can do for you… • 25% off a huge selection of Next, Lipsy, 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 • Digital GP Service for help at home • 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 At Lipsy Group 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. Wellbeing 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. About Us Lipsy is a young fashion brand that’s fast moving & constantly evolving to remain ahead of the style game Bringing fresh and innovative designs that make our customers look (and feel) amazing. From ‘jeans & a nice top’ to wear everywhere knitwear and not forgetting our show-stopping occasion and bridal dresses. Originally founded in London in 1988 we were acquired by Next in 2008 and between us we have access to an engaged audience of over 4 million consumers globally. About some of our Benefits • 25% off most NEXT, MADE, Lipsy, Gap and Victoria's Secret products (when purchased through NEXT) • 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty • Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform • Company performance based bonus • Early VIP access to sale stock via Direct to Desk • Life assurance • Sharesave scheme • Annual Travel Card Loan • Sample Sales • Fantastic L&D opportunities • Flexi-Hour Scheme • Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store • Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other • Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email careerslipsy.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0207 436 2000 and leave a voicemail.