Creative Studio Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a Creative Studio Manager based in Canada to lead the operational success of a creative team focused on impactful healthcare and life sciences communications. This role integrates creative operations, project management, and team coordination to guarantee efficient and high-quality delivery of creative projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the creative team by assigning, tracking, prioritizing, and ensuring timely project completion.
• Manage production workflows and guarantee designers and external partners receive the necessary resources and guidance to produce exemplary work.
• Assess team capacity, aligning individual skills with project requirements for optimal resource allocation.
• Facilitate onboarding and integration of new hires and freelance creatives.
• Continuously improve systems, processes, and best practices to boost team efficiency and output quality.
• Monitor project timelines, identify risks, troubleshoot production issues, and implement solutions to meet deadlines.
• Serve as the primary liaison between creative, client engagement, project management, scientific, digital, and other stakeholder teams.
• Review deliverables pre-final approval to ensure adherence to quality and project criteria.
• Collaborate with project management on deliverables, progress evaluation, resource management, and budgeting.
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners to ensure smooth project execution.
• Identify and recommend process improvements including tools and software to enhance collaboration and productivity.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Fine Arts, Technology, or related field.
• A minimum of 6 years’ experience in a creative agency or similar environment, including at least 3 years in managerial or operational roles.
• In-depth knowledge of creative production processes, workflows, and delivery standards.
• Proven leadership capabilities in mentoring and supporting cross-functional creative teams.
• Strong skills in managing resources, timelines, budgets, priorities, and production demands.
• Proficient with creative software such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with print and digital design standards and production requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, able to work with creative and non-creative stakeholders.
• Highly organized with a focus on process improvements and operational efficiency.
• A solution-driven approach featuring strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Capacity to uphold quality standards while managing tight deadlines and multiple priorities.
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and external partners.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $78,000 to $114,000 CAD, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
• Flexible remote work options, with hybrid opportunities for candidates near the company office.
• Engagement in meaningful projects that drive healthcare and life sciences innovation.
• A supportive and inclusive work culture that promotes creativity, teamwork, and professional development.
• Opportunities for career growth and skill enhancement.
• Diverse project exposure involving multidisciplinary teams.
• A work environment that prioritizes employee well-being, recognition, and community values.

Additional Information

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company who handles applications and the hiring process. The partner uses AI-assisted candidate matching to ensure fair and efficient evaluation. Final decisions on interviews and hiring are made by the partner’s internal team. Applicants' personal data will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws and may undergo AI-based assessments as part of the recruitment process.