Art Director-cum-Studio Manager

We are seeking an individual to serve as the operational backbone of our creative department, guiding the team from a creative perspective as well. The ideal candidate will possess at least 5+ years of experience in a creative agency, demonstrating a proactive approach, creative flair, exceptional project management skills, and strong communication abilities in both English and Arabic. As the Studio Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Creative Director and Account Management team to effectively manage resources, workflows and timelines, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and to the highest standards. What You'll Do Project Management: Oversee the daily operations of the creative department, managing all aspects from ideation to delivery. Responsibilities include developing realistic project timelines, allocating resources, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely completion of projects. Additionally, you will work on creative projects in the role of Art Director. Resource Allocation: Coordinate and schedule resources to ensure optimal utilization and workload balance. Analyze, allocate respective task timeframes and maximize departmental efficacy. Workflow Management: Develop and maintain efficient workflows for all projects and identifying areas for improvement. Studio Maintenance: Maintain organized and accessible file systems for all assets and project documentation. Budget Management: Monitor and track project timelines, negate potential overruns that affect the profitability of a given project. Quality Control: Review, proofread and coordinate with Account Management team as required before any content is published, ensuring it meets the highest standards of accuracy and brand consistency. Vendor Management: Liaise with external vendors, such as freelancers or production companies, as needed. Reporting: Provide regular updates to the Creative Director and Account Director on project status, resource allocation etc. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve workflows and processes, recommending and implementing changes to enhance efficiency and productivity. What You'll Need 5 - 8 years of experience in a creative agency, preferably in a creative department exposed to ATL, BTL and online content creation. Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines. Strong understanding of content creation workflows and processes. Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Proactive with a can-do attitude. Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.