Design Operations Manager

Design Operations Manager

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Sixjuly

Why This Role Matters

We’re scaling fast, but cracks in project delivery, communication, and oversight are holding us back. When projects stall or clients escalate, our senior leaders have to step in which isn’t sustainable. This role exists to take full charge of project execution and delivery flow across the studio.

What You'll Own

• Project Planning & Oversight

  : Define timelines, resource allocation, and task breakdowns across branding, UI/UX, and product design projects.

• Team Management (On-Site)

  : Conduct in-person daily/weekly check-ins with the design team to monitor progress, unblock tasks, and maintain output quality.

• Client Communication

  : Serve as the operational point of contact for clients - clearly managing expectations, updates, and escalations.

• Delivery Workflows

  : Own internal processes for project delivery, QA, reviews, feedback loops, and documentation.

• Proactive Risk Management

  : Spot and solve issues before they turn into delays.

• Studio Visibility

  : Maintain a clear, real-time view of all project statuses to ensure no task falls through the cracks.

• Team Culture & Support

  : Foster a motivated, transparent work environment where expectations are clear and feedback flows both ways.

You’re Right for This Role If You Have:

• 3–5 years of experience in project or delivery management (preferably in a design, digital, or agency environment).
• Experience handling multiple projects and clients without breaking flow.
• A working understanding of UI/UX, branding, and creative production cycles.
• Familiarity with Figma, Notion, Trello, ClickUp, or similar tools.
• Strong communication and coordination skills especially in high-stakes, client-facing moments.
• A structured, calm, and proactive mindset; you think in timelines, dependencies, and outcomes.
• Leadership qualities rooted in clarity, empathy, and accountability.

Bonus Points If You Also Bring:

• A background in design or UX.
• Experience working with startups or creative studios.
• Exposure to agile or lean project delivery approaches.

Work Setup

• This is an

  on-site role based in Hyderabad.

• You will work closely with our core design team, founders, and account leads at our studio.

What You Get

• A collaborative, design-first culture that values precision and ownership.
• Direct impact on delivery success and client relationships.
• A leadership role in shaping how a fast-growing studio scales sustainably.
• A workplace that thrives on mutual respect, hustle, and clarity.

Apply If...

You're not here to just “coordinate.” You want to own delivery health, bring clarity to the chaos, and empower a team to do their best creative work consistently. If you're ready to take charge and grow with a tight-knit, ambitious studio;  we’d love to meet.