Studio Managers keep creative teams, spaces, and projects running smoothly. From design and advertising studios to production companies and in-house creative departments, these professionals coordinate people and resources so teams can deliver high-quality work on schedule. Explore vetted Studio Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
Responsibilities vary by organization, but Studio Managers commonly oversee day-to-day operations, coordinate project workflows, allocate staff and equipment, manage schedules and budgets, and improve studio processes. They may also partner with creative directors, producers, designers, clients, and business leaders to balance creative needs with operational goals.
Employers often look for strong organization, communication, problem-solving, and people-management skills. Experience with project planning, resource allocation, budgeting, vendor coordination, and workflow tools can be valuable. Depending on the studio, relevant backgrounds may include creative operations, production, design, media, or facilities management.
Studio Manager roles can offer a path to broader leadership in creative operations, production management, or studio leadership. Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, and find opportunities that match your experience and career goals.
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in financial excellence by overseeing key accounting functions, enhancing efficiency, and driving compliance. Guide a high-performing team to deliver strategic insights that foster org...
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Video Infrastructure Production Sales Professional
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential by driving sales growth in video infrastructure solutions for sports organizations and educational institutions across North America. Build relationships, present innovative prod...
3 weeks ago
$120K *
Elevate overall district performance by leading and developing management teams. Collaborate for operational excellence, ensuring accountability and achieving growth targets through strategic initiati...
2 weeks ago
$84K - $124K *
Transform operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance performance, drive customer satisfaction, and implement innovative solutions. Champion Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to optimize processes...
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Project Manager-Intralogistics
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in project management for innovative material handling automation, overseeing diverse technologies while managing budgets, resources, and client contracts for successful project execut...
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Project Manager-Intralogistics
$80K - $95K *
Champion material handling automation projects, ensuring execution of multi-location initiatives involving robotics, controls, and software while managing financials and stakeholder relationships effe...
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Project Manager-Intralogistics
$80K - $95K *
Manage diverse material handling automation projects, overseeing planning, execution, and relationship management while ensuring project standards, financial tracking, and timely updates in a fast-pac...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Manage project execution and performance in IT shared-service operations, ensuring compliance with federal standards while coordinating with government stakeholders and leading a diverse team to achie...
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Production Business Affairs Manager
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in managing business affairs for global production, ensuring compliance with legal standards and optimizing vendor relationships while overseeing contracts, budgets, and talent rights...
4 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Deliver precise financial insights by managing project costs and budgets. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance with accounting standards and deliver comprehensive reporting to support stra...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing daily operations, managing department performance, and ensuring compliance while fostering a positive work environment and customer relations...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform shared services functions through strategic leadership, driving operational excellence in payroll, billing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable while fostering collaboration across Fin...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Deliver exceptional project execution and operational support for data center infrastructure, leading teams and coordinating resources to ensure successful outcomes across multiple projects in a dynam...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Deliver effective project management for successful product launches, ensuring compliance with customer milestones and budgets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and resolv...
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$77K - $114K *
Lead the charge in managing fiscal operations for grants and funding at the NJSBDC State Office. Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance while supporting regional subcenters to enhance...
2 weeks ago
$123K - $154K *
Lead capital projects by ensuring on-time, on-budget, and in-scope delivery through effective coordination across diverse teams and stakeholders, fostering collaborative relationships to drive project...
3 weeks ago
FM Engineering Operations Sr. Manager
$100K - $120K *
Transform facility operations by leading engineering services, ensuring reliability and efficiency in critical systems while driving safety and customer satisfaction in a dynamic aerospace manufacturi...
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Mobile Unit Sales and Operations Manager
$100K - $120K *
Champion the end-to-end management of mobile unit sales and operations, ensuring excellence in live productions. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver impactful budgets and seamless execution...
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$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing VDC processes across projects, ensuring quality delivery from initiation to closeout. Collaborate with teams, direct VDC Engineers, and innovate workflows to enhance projec...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in managing technology projects by coordinating cross-functional teams, tracking project progress, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining scope and budget across multiple concu...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate project success by managing multiple technology initiatives, ensuring alignment among cross-functional teams, and delivering on time and within budget while navigating challenges effectively t...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive the success of technology projects by leading cross-functional teams, coordinating workflows, and managing timelines and budgets while ensuring alignment of priorities and effective communicatio...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in delivering complex enterprise infrastructure projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with client goals across networking, cloud, security, and data center initiatives, dri...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing commercial construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality standards while coordinating with clients, subcontractors, and...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join us to lead production operations at our facility, focusing on quality, efficiency, and team development. Drive continuous improvements, manage compliance, and optimize workflows while ensuring ex...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
What does a Studio Manager do?
A Studio Manager oversees the operational details that help a creative or production studio work effectively. Typical duties include coordinating projects and schedules, managing resources and budgets, supporting staff, and improving workflows.
Where do Studio Managers work?
Studio Managers work in a range of environments, including design and advertising agencies, film and media production companies, architecture and photography studios, and in-house creative departments.
What qualifications are common for Studio Manager jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often value relevant operations or production experience, project coordination, budgeting, communication, and leadership skills. Some roles may request industry-specific experience or familiarity with project management software.
How much do Studio Manager jobs pay?
Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its specific salary information.
How can I find Studio Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Search Ladders for Studio Manager openings and review listings for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation. You can use your experience and career goals to identify roles that are a strong fit.