Studio Manager

Job Title: Studio Manager

Manager: Head of Creative

Position: Full-time

Location: Balaclava

ABOUT US

We're Seeker Agency – Australia's leading Events and Activations agency.

We've spent the past 17+ years bringing bold ideas to life for some of the world's most exciting brands. From large-scale activations to intimate experiences and global campaigns, we connect people and brands through work that's creatively daring, strategically sharp, and flawlessly delivered.

Our team is curious, collaborative, and big on outcomes. We believe in the power of creativity backed by operational excellence – and we're known for delivering the kind of work that turns heads and gets results.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're looking for a Studio Manager to take the reins of the Agency's creative operations.

This role sits at the heart of our Creative team. You'll run the studio workflows, manage team resourcing, and help ensure our creative output is consistently brilliant – and consistently on track.

You'll work closely with Client Services, Production and Strategy to match every brief with the right people, timeline and tools. You'll champion our systems and spot opportunities to lift speed, quality and flow.

You're someone who thrives on clarity, calm, and collaboration – a natural problem solver with commercial smarts and a passion for getting great creative work out the door, the right way.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Studio Management & Resourcing

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the creative studio
• Lead resourcing across all creative roles, balancing priorities, timelines and capacity
• Champion our internal systems (Monday.com, shared folders) and ensure they're up to date and effective
• Track hours, manage timesheet compliance, and support project reconciliation

Team Culture & Rhythm

• Champion a collaborative, high-performing studio culture
• Facilitate WIPs and team huddles that drive clarity, alignment and momentum
• Spot gaps and bottlenecks, then design, document and implement process improvements as required

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work with Client Services, Production and Strategy to plan resourcing and respond to project needs
• Liaise with freelancers and contractors when extra hands are needed
• Spot opportunities to improve workflow and efficiency – and make them happen
• Ensure creative is delivered on time, on brief and on budget

ABOUT YOU

• 3–5 years' experience in a similar role – studio ops, traffic, resourcing, or creative delivery
• Experience working within a creative, event, or design agency environment
• Strong grasp of creative workflows and how to support them from brief to delivery
• Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail
• A calm, solutions-first mindset and a love for keeping things (and people) moving
• Confidence leading meetings, managing priorities and supporting people development
• Proficiency in Monday.com, Microsoft 365 suite, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Commercial acumen and an understanding of margins, quoting and delivery constraints

PERKS + CULTURE

We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. Here's what you can expect at Seeker Agency:

• A genuinely great group of people – collaborative, curious and full of good chat
• Weekly Pilates (yes, on the clock)
• Creative Days and team celebrations
• A strong focus on professional development
• A values-led culture with an active CSR focus
• And yes – our much-loved annual SE Group Retreat to reset, reconnect and re-energise

READY TO JOIN US?

If this sounds like your kind of role, we'd love to hear from you.

Send through your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you're a great fit for Seeker Agency. Bonus points if you include an example of a system, workflow or studio rhythm you've helped improve.

Applications close: Friday September 12th, 2025

What's next: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a phone interview as the first step in the process. If you don't hear from us, please know we truly appreciate the time and care you put into your application – and thank you for considering a future with Seeker Agency.

We're an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone has the chance to thrive.

If you're passionate about creative operations, love a fast-paced environment, and want to play a key role in producing standout work – we'd love to hear from you.