Senior Studio Manager
Role: Senior Studio Manager (with Advertising agency background)
Location: Remote (Colombia)
Language: Proficiency in English is required as we are a global business
About the role:
We’re seeking a Senior Studio Manager to join our dynamic team. As a vital member of the resourcing function, you’ll closely partner with the Head of Resourcing and on-site teams across the Western timezone. You will fulfill resource requests, monitor employee utilization, coordinate internal moves across accounts, and source high-quality talent for both short-term and long-term freelance placements. This role also involves data entry and maintenance within proprietary systems and partner platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Source and screen top creative talent for open roles in the Western time zone, leveraging your networks and knowledge of the creative industry.
Manage and triage resource requests (tickets) from across the business, ensuring timely and accurate allocation of resources.
Conduct initial screening of candidates from the freelance pool to assess skill set and culture fit.
Screen referrals and build relationships with referred talent.
Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring teams and discipline leads.
Negotiate freelance rates and terms to ensure win-win agreements.
Support freelance onboarding, ensuring a seamless start for new talent.
Collaborate in developing and implementing best practices and processes for resource management.
Foster relationships with on-site teams to ensure the best cultural fit and high performance.
Build and maintain a pool of creative talent for various roles and markets to enable flexible scaling.
Provide outstanding customer service to both internal and partner teams, acting as a trusted resource point.
Qualifications & Skills
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Studio Manager in an advertising or staffing agency setting.
At least 5 years of sourcing/recruiting experience in a creative environment, with roles such as graphic/digital designer, account manager, art director, copywriter, and production artist.
Proven expertise in attracting hard-to-find candidates in competitive markets.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; comfortable working with all levels of staff and freelancers.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptable, enthusiastic, and confident with a creative approach to challenges.
In-depth knowledge of the creative agency landscape.
Req ID: 18522
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