Studio Manager | Vancouver

Victory Creative Group is a leading creative agency, partnering with some of the world’s most ambitious brands across sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. We specialize in delivering high-impact campaigns through branding, strategy, design, and experiential marketing. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a Creative Studio Manager to work closely with both our creative and client services teams to ensure seamless project flow and resource management.

As a Creative Studio Manager, you will act as the essential bridge between the creative team and Client Services team (Account Managers). You’ll manage resourcing, help assign projects based on team members’ skill sets, and ensure that all creative work is delivered on time and aligned with client expectations. While the primary focus of this role is on project and resource management, having experience in design and a keen eye for creative output is a huge bonus. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of design processes and the ability to jump into creative reviews, ensuring the quality and alignment of creative deliverables.

• Serve as the primary liaison between the creative team and Client Services, facilitating effective communication and project handoff.
• Manage creative team resourcing, ensuring that the right individuals are assigned to projects based on skill sets and workload.
• Collaborate with Account Managers to plan and prioritize creative tasks, ensuring that deadlines are met and projects run smoothly.
• Oversee the workflow within the studio, ensuring projects move efficiently from brief to completion.
• Track the progress of multiple projects simultaneously, providing real-time updates to both the creative and client services teams.
• Coordinate creative reviews and internal feedback sessions, ensuring alignment between creative output and client expectations.
• Manage external freelancers and vendors as needed, ensuring seamless integration into the project workflow.
• Assist in developing and implementing processes to improve operational efficiency within the creative team.
• Lead resource planning meetings to ensure appropriate staffing levels across projects, and forecast upcoming resource needs.
• Support project kickoff meetings, facilitating creative team understanding of client goals and briefs.
• Participate in creative discussions, reviews, and approvals, leveraging your design experience to ensure top-notch creative output.
  

• 5+ years of experience in a creative or project management role within a design or creative agency.
• Proven ability to manage workflows, resourcing, and project timelines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience in design or a strong understanding of design processes, with an eye for creative output and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Keynote, with experience in Figma being a bonus.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and ensure deadlines are met.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to serve as a bridge between creative teams and client services.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday, Teamwork) and resourcing software.
• Experience managing external freelancers and vendors, ensuring they fit seamlessly into project timelines.
• A proactive problem solver who can anticipate challenges and create solutions before they become issues.
• Familiarity with agency operations and an ability to help improve efficiency and workflows.
  

At Victory, we believe that who you are is just as important as what you do. Here’s what we’re looking for:

• No Ego: We value humility and a willingness to learn. No task is too small.
• Team Player: Victory thrives on collaboration. You’ll contribute to our culture and work on a range of tasks and projects.
• Connected Through Passion: We work with some of the world’s most ambitious brands, and we expect the same passion from our team.
• Lean In: This is a fast-paced role where needs can change quickly. You’ll be ready to adapt and tackle projects as they come.
• Flexible Connections: While we value in-office collaboration to foster strong relationships and culture, we also offer the flexibility to work from home on designated days.