Christian Oth Studio is looking for a Studio Manager to help produce all photo and video content. The ideal candidate should have a good background in production and/or project management, and an understanding of the photo and/or wedding industry. They will handle all client billing and enter vendor invoices. This role is administrative and will oversee the studio as a whole, ensuring everything is running smoothly at all times. This individual will collaborate closely with other team members and industry professionals.

Main Responsibilities:

Client Relationships

• Manage relationships with clients and/or wedding planners and serve as liaison between clients and the photographers.
• Setup and hold meetings with photographers and clients for timeline review.
• Answer phones, respond promptly to client e-mails.

Creative/Production

• Work well ahead of schedule to coordinate teams of photographers and assistants for weddings and other known jobs.
• Produce or transcribe timelines pertaining to the photo coverage at weddings and events.
• Handle all travel logistics for the photo team including air travel, ground travel and accommodations.
• Collaborate and produce editorial/commercial shoots.
• Recruit new talent for the studio and stay active in the photography community.

Studio Management

• Track job bookings and manage the progress of the contracted coverage ensuring jobs stay on budget.
• Own the studio calendar, manage photographers availability and coordinate team meetings.
• Manage and oversee the photo editor and studio assistant.
• Ensure final deliverables are being delivered to clients on time.
• Process and manage all client invoices and set up vendors.
• Process all payable invoices.

Qualifications

• Extremely organized and thrive in an organizational role.
• Detail oriented.
• Very personable.
• Confident and you love working in a creative environment.
• Business minded and entrepreneurial.
• Team player and adaptive to change.
• A history of managing multiple tasks successfully.
• A proven ability to manage time and deliver in the face of tight deadlines.
• Able to work independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A professional appearance.
• A positive outlook and a can-do attitude.
• A big plus if you have photography industry experience.
• Experience with Quickbooks and/or other accounting software.

What we will provide for you:

• Compensation that includes a guaranteed annual compensation.
• Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision) 401k Plan.
• A comprehensive training program.
• A great, creative workplace.