Studio Manager - Assouline : Job Details

Assouline is the first luxury brand in the world that uses books as medium. For the past fifteen years, Assouline Publishing has created fine illustrated books dedicated to fashion, photography, art and design. Renowned for our highly original graphic concept, Assouline books are works of art that capture culture and bring it to life. The spirit and savoir faire of these works have contributed to the creation of a unique and eclectic, chic and elegant brand that is immediately identifiable. Today, Assouline publications', special editions, and gift items can be found around the globe.

The Studio Manager will oversee the production of all projects created by our design team. This role will be an integral partner to the design team, collaborating closely with the editorial, photo, and production teams. The Studio Manager will play a crucial role in easing the design team's workload and ensuring product quality and efficiency in the design and production process.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and review creative assets for all book designs.
• Develop and implement monthly deadlines, project goals, expectations, and workflows to ensure timely and smooth production processes.
• Analyze time spent on tasks to identify and improve workflow efficiencies.
• Proof and review design and photo assets, ensuring accuracy before final submission.
• Prioritize work and resources according to project needs.
• Facilitate effective communication to keep leadership informed of project progress, risks, and decisions.
• Conduct one-on-one sessions with the creative team to maintain strategic thinking and develop actionable initiatives.
• Manage the project calendar and review all technical layout work.
• Balance between managing the calendar and technical design proofing
• Organize the design team's workload in conjunction with the editorial and photo teams.
• Maintain the project calendar, tracking key milestones and progress.
• Ensuring final files are ready for production.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong design production and project management skillset.
• Experience in book publishing.
• Proficiency in calendar management for setting and tracking milestones.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Keen eye for detail
• Highly organized
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
• Experience with Typography, graphic designer, or production artist.
• Experience in project management, with a focus on creative direction.

You'll thrive in this job if you're:

Motivated - you bring energy to work. You are prepared and excited to maximize your contribution every day.

Inquisitive - you ask questions to learn the ins and outs of the industry, and you ask yourself what you can be doing better so that you are always growing.

Detailed - you can deliver accurate details even when you're dealing with a variety of task every day.

Problem Solver - you are adept at breaking problems down, finding creative solutions and communicating them effectively.

Assouline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The appointed candidate will be offered a salary within the range of $120,000-$140,000 annually. Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the New York City Salary Transparency Law.