Manager, Creative Operations

Carlsbad, CA (Hybrid)

$100K/yr – $120K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 5 days ago

Job Summary

Own and drive project operations across creative teams, ensuring schedules, resource planning, and cross-functional alignment from kickoff to completion.

  • Own project schedules and workback timelines across departments
  • Coordinate cross-functional communication and resource allocation
  • Track progress and escalate delays as needed

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Review project briefs with channel leads; identify and discuss gaps
  • Manage consistent communication flow between all parties on project timelines
  • Communicate delays and timeline shifts across departments
  • Escalate changes as appropriate
  • Work with digital team on product delays, work with product team on ordering product for shoots, troubleshoot late/misplaced samples
  • Determine project task assignments based on creative team bandwidth
  • Quickly fill creative resource gaps by bringing in additional resources
  • Re-work project flow and work with department heads to re-prioritize projects
  • Build workback schedules and set timelines
  • Develop and maintain project schedules with coordination of all project activities

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in project management, creative operations, or production management in a creative, agency, or in-house studio environment.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
  • Strong cross-functional communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence without direct authority.
  • Proficiency in project management tools (Monday.com preferred) and Microsoft Office.
  • Working knowledge of photo, video, motion graphics, and production processes.
  • Ability to prioritize effectively and adapt to changing timelines and business needs.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • Experience managing photo and video shoots, including location permitting and talent coordination.
  • Familiarity with surf culture, lifestyle brands, or ecommerce environments.
  • Experience managing in-house production studios and production workflows.

Salaries

Posted range

$100K/yr – $120K/yr

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