The Senior Creative Resource Manager role is integral to the smooth running of this London based creative studio, ensuring that they deliver the best quality work for their clients in a timely, cost effective and imaginative way. The role sits at the core of the studio, providing a clear understanding of the resources available and what is required within each project, working hand in hand with the Project Management team to provide intelligent resource planning and effective casting across the studio. You will be responsible for allocation, planning and forecasting of projects ensuring the project is set up for success from the outset.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
* Maintain and enhance the Studio’s resource plan, focussing on both the immediate weeks and future quarters
* Lead the weekly resource planning meetings, leading negotiations and providing solutions between AM’s or others requesting resource.
* Partner with AM’s to ensure that processes are allowing for work to be delivered on time and on budget.
* Identifying potential project or team risks before they occur
* Work with the Client Services Director, Account Directors and Creative Team leads to map and monitor the long-term resource needs and skill requirements for the studio
* Maintain and update an international ‘black book’ of reputable and trusted freelancers, managing bookings and introducing to the relevant teams
* Oversee the Resource Assistant in accurately documenting all freelance bookings
* Collaborate with Finance Team and Client Services Director to ensure rate cards are accurate
* Support Client Services Director, Growth Director and Account Directors with embedding new projects in the Studio
The successful person will have previous experience gained from working within a studio environment with a clear understanding of creative practices. You will possess knowledge of the creative industry and a solid understanding of creative roles and requirements. A calm and methodical approach when problem solving within a high-pressured environment essential. This is a 12 month maternity contract.