Crisis Manager

Company DescriptionThe Artistic Company, headquartered in Chennai, is a multidisciplinary creative powerhouse excelling in:• Product & Print Design• Web Development & E-commerce Solutions• Digital Marketing Strategy• Custom Software DevelopmentFor over a decade, we’ve worked with a wide spectrum of clients — from ambitious startups to large enterprises — helping them build powerful brands, scale their operations, and tell their stories through design, technology, and strategy.As we navigate a challenging business phase, we’re looking for strategic, resilient leaders to join us in steering the company toward stability, innovation, and growth.⸻Role: Crisis ManagerLocation: Chennai (On-site)Type: Full-timeOverviewThe Artistic Company is currently undergoing a critical turnaround phase following 18 months of financial and operational turbulence. We are seeking a Crisis Manager who can take charge of business continuity, risk mitigation, and funding strategy — while aligning internal teams toward unified recovery goals.This role goes beyond routine crisis handling; it requires a visionary executor capable of blending financial restructuring, strategic partnerships, and operational discipline to bring the company back to a position of strength.⸻Key Responsibilities• Crisis Strategy & Execution• Design and implement a comprehensive business continuity plan tailored to the company’s current challenges.• Identify root causes of the crisis across operational, financial, and strategic areas and lead structured recovery initiatives.• Funding & Financial Stabilization• Work closely with leadership to devise innovative funding strategies (short-term capital inflow, structured repayments, investor confidence rebuilding, etc.).• Support in negotiations with financial partners, investors, and vendors to stabilize cash flow and commitments.• Risk Analysis & Mitigation• Analyze potential business and operational risks, develop mitigation frameworks, and implement early-warning systems.• Oversee physical security and business infrastructure continuity.• Incident & Stakeholder Management• Lead real-time response during incidents to ensure smooth operations.• Act as a central liaison between leadership, team heads, investors, and vendors during crisis periods.• Cross-Functional Leadership• Collaborate with design, marketing, finance, and operations teams to ensure strategic alignment.• Foster transparent communication and motivate teams to stay focused and productive through uncertainty.⸻Qualifications• Proven experience in Business Continuity Planning and Crisis Management• Strong analytical and financial problem-solving skills• Understanding of physical security protocols and incident frameworks• Exceptional communication and organizational abilities• Comfortable working under pressure and taking decisive action• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience• Prior experience in agency, startup, or turnaround environments is a plus⸻Why This Role MattersThis is not a routine managerial role — it’s a mission-critical leadership position designed to help The Artistic Company emerge stronger from a difficult period. The right candidate will play a direct role in reviving operations, restructuring funding, and rebuilding trust across all stakeholders.