Studio Manager

As a Studio Manager at Kanakavalli Studio, Chennai, you will play a crucial role in overseeing daily operations and managing all photography-related activities. Your responsibilities will include: - **Studio Operations Management:** - Oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring equipment, props, and setups are well-maintained. - Manage schedules, bookings, and workflows to optimize productivity. - Maintain an organized inventory of equipment and enforce safety protocols. - **Photographer Coordination:** - Coordinate with photographers and creative teams for efficient shoot execution. - Brief photographers on project requirements, timelines, and brand guidelines. - Supervise photoshoots to ensure quality standards are met. - **Team Management:** - Lead and manage studio assistants, stylists, and supporting staff. - Assign tasks, provide guidance, and training on equipment and processes. - **Creative Collaboration:** - Work with marketing and creative teams to align projects with brand aesthetics. - Provide input on creative concepts and curate a visual image library. - **Reporting and Budgeting:** - Prepare reports on studio usage, project timelines, and team performance. - Manage the studio's budget, track expenses, and ensure cost efficiency. **Skills and Qualifications:** **Experience:** - 3-5 years in studio operations or photography management. - Proven experience in managing photography projects, preferably in fashion, lifestyle, or e-commerce. **Education:** - Degree/Diploma in Photography, Visual Arts, or a related field (preferred). **Skills:** - Strong knowledge of photography techniques, studio lighting, and equipment. - Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. - Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and project management tools. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. **Competencies:** - Attention to detail and a creative eye for photography aesthetics. - Problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. - Passion for delivering high-quality creative outputs. This is an onsite, in-office position. If you are an experienced and organized individual with a passion for photography management, please email your resume to opportunities@kanakavalli.com. As a Studio Manager at Kanakavalli Studio, Chennai, you will play a crucial role in overseeing daily operations and managing all photography-related activities. Your responsibilities will include: - **Studio Operations Management:** - Oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring equipment, props, and setups are well-maintained. - Manage schedules, bookings, and workflows to optimize productivity. - Maintain an organized inventory of equipment and enforce safety protocols. - **Photographer Coordination:** - Coordinate with photographers and creative teams for efficient shoot execution. - Brief photographers on project requirements, timelines, and brand guidelines. - Supervise photoshoots to ensure quality standards are met. - **Team Management:** - Lead and manage studio assistants, stylists, and supporting staff. - Assign tasks, provide guidance, and training on equipment and processes. - **Creative Collaboration:** - Work with marketing and creative teams to align projects with brand aesthetics. - Provide input on creative concepts and curate a visual image library. - **Reporting and Budgeting:** - Prepare reports on studio usage, project timelines, and team performance. - Manage the studio's budget, track expenses, and ensure cost efficiency. **Skills and Qualifications:** **Experience:** - 3-5 years in studio operations or photography management. - Proven experience in managing photography projects, preferably in fashion, lifestyle, or e-commerce. **Education:** - Degree/Diploma in Photography, Visual Arts, or a related field (preferred). **Skills:** - Strong knowledge of photography techniques, studio lighting, and equipment. - Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. - Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and project management tools. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. **Competencies:** - Attention to detail and a creative eye for photography aesthetics. - Problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. - Passion for delivering high-quality creative outputs. This is an onsite, in-office position. If you are an experienced and organized individual with a passion for photography management, please email your resume to opportunities@kanakavalli.com.