Studio Operations Manager

Company & Culture

At GT’s Living Foods, we’re more than just a company – we’re a community passionate about creating a healthier, happier world. Over the last 30 years we’ve built a culture of inclusivity and authenticity, where our shared values create an environment that inspires you to do your best while achieving meaningful results. Our mission to transform health and happiness through potent, living foods has established us as the #1 Kombucha brand and a leader in the Health & Wellness space.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field
• 7–10 years in creative operations, studio or project management
• Must be local due to hybrid work schedule

Job Description

The Studio Operations Manager oversees the operational management and execution of all in-house creative studio projects and production workflows. This role ensures projects are efficiently prioritized, resourced, and delivered on time while maintaining brand excellence. You will partner closely with Creative, Marketing, and external production teams to optimize workflows and drive operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee project timelines, production calendars, and resource allocation across multiple creative initiatives to ensure alignment with business priorities and deadlines
• Lead project intake, prioritization, scheduling, and workflow optimization while coordinating internal teams, external vendors, freelancers, photographers, agencies, and production partners
• Manage studio processes, asset organization, approvals, and production logistics to support efficient project execution
• Identify, evaluate, and implement operational improvements that enhance workflow efficiency, scalability, and cross-functional collaboration across the creative department
• Ensure creative deliverables consistently align with brand standards, project objectives, timelines, and budget expectations
• Monitor and manage production-related budgets, vendor expenses, and resource allocation to support operational effectiveness and cost efficiency
• Oversee projects throughout the full creative lifecycle, including intake, briefing, production coordination, approvals, revisions, and final asset delivery
• Engage in marketing and brand projects with internal and external partners on an as needed basis to provide project management oversight

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 7+ years of experience in creative operations, studio management, project management, or production
• Experience within consumer brands, CPG, lifestyle, wellness, or agency environments preferred
• Strong understanding of creative production workflows across photography, video, digital, and brand content
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and operational processes in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with project management platforms such as Asana, Monday.com, Airtable, or similar systems
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Passion for wellness, lifestyle, and purpose-driven brands
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain brand consistency and production quality standards
• Solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to exercise discretion and sound business judgment
• Experience supporting in-house creative studios
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Teams

Job Details

• Location: Vernon, CA (Hybrid)
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Status: Exempt
• Work Attire: Use good judgment, keeping in mind the nature of their work, their safety and the safety of others, and their need to interact with the public.

GT’s Employee Experience (Benefits/Perks)

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401K with Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on the amazing GT’s product line (available for pickup at headquarters only)
• Corporate Discounts with our partners through LifeMart (concert & sporting event tickets, cell phone service, gifts, restaurants, hotels, childcare, and more!)

Job Details

Location: Vernon, CA (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full Time

Status: Exempt

Work Attire: Use good judgment, keeping in mind the nature of their work, their safety and the safety of others, and their need to interact with the public.

GT’s Living Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.