Studio (Swim Lane) Manager

Job Description

• Oversee daily studio activities, ensuring smooth coordination across swim lanes (e.g., branding, interiors, digital content).
• Develop and maintain project timelines, resource allocation, and production schedules.
• Implement systems for tracking deliverables, revisions, and approvals across departments.
• Collaborate with designers, architects, and content teams to ensure creative outputs meet brand standards.
• Review and refine design concepts, ensuring consistency across locations and mediums.
• Maintain high-quality execution of visual assets, signage, and branded environments.
• Liaise with marketing, sales, and operations teams to align swim lane outputs with business goals.
• Coordinate with external vendors, printers, and contractors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Facilitate feedback loops between creative teams and stakeholders.
• Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions to streamline studio workflows.
• Introduce tools and systems that enhance collaboration and efficiency.
• Stay updated on design trends, especially those relevant to African and Middle Eastern markets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Project Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in studio or creative operations, preferably in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Strong understanding of swim lane methodology and creative production pipelines.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Monday.com).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Experience working in multicultural teams or across regional markets is a plus.