Studio Manager

Studio Manager (MAKE)

About the Role

Make is the production partner of TBWA, 180, DDB and Ara, based in oud multiple agency offices at the Generaal Vetterstraat in Amsterdam.

We’re currently looking for a highly organised and proactive Studio Manager to help oversee the day-to-day operations of our creative studio. You’ll be instrumental in managing a diverse range of creative production projects—from DTP, print, and digital design to retouching, 3D, and animation—ensuring efficient workflow, smooth communication, and high-quality output.

You’ll work closely with our in-house production teams (Studio, Retouch, Motion, and 3D), as well as account managers and producers, to help plan and track requests, flag resourcing needs, and make sure we’re delivering great work on time and within scope.

You will be reporting to the Head of Studio Production.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor all incoming studio requests across DTP, print, digital, retouch, 3D and animation
• Assign tasks to the appropriate team members based on project type, complexity, and availability
• Maintain project timelines and ensure deadlines are met
• Work with the Head of Studio and Executive Producers to manage resource allocation and escalate capacity issues when needed
• Ensure studio workflows and processes are followed consistently and improved when necessary
• Be the go-to person for tracking project statuses, prioritising work, and resolving production bottlenecks
• Collaborate with account management and production teams to ensure briefs are clear, realistic, and properly scoped
• Maintain oversight of quality control, ensuring final deliverables meet brand and technical standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement of studio operations and communication

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in a studio/project management or similar creative production coordination role
• Solid understanding of creative production processes: DTP, print, digital, retouching, 3D and animation
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and manage competing deadlines
• Experience using project management tools (e.g. Asana, Monday, Trello, or similar)
• Clear communicator who can work cross-functionally with designers, producers, and account teams
• Calm under pressure, solutions-focused, and proactive in addressing challenges
• Familiarity with file types, specs, and production terminology
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude

Bonus Points

• Previous experience in a fast-paced creative or advertising agency
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, or 3D software (you won’t need to use them, but familiarity helps)
• Experience helping implement new tools or workflow systems

What we Offer

• A position at a globally ranked agency collective and where you will be working for global brands
• An informal atmosphere and a diverse team with many different nationalities and many creative minds
• Good primary and secondary benefits with a travel allowance, 27 vacation days, and the option to participate in our pension plan
• Great learning experiences with NEBOKO Lab and the Knowledge Hub and many opportunities to learn and grow with TBWA\U
• Famous Friday drinks at our own bar, complete with sunny terrace on the water
• Personal wellness budget of €240 per year

We're TBWA\NEBOKO and we are known as the Disruption® Company. We help brands find strategic and creative white space through the power of Disruption®. We develop business-changing, culture-defining and award-winning ideas for brands. And we’ve got the hardware to prove it. Consistently ranked among the top 10 agencies at SAN, we have been recognized with top honors from every major creative award show, including Cannes Lions, ADCN, and Effies. TBWA is a global collective and has proven to be a catalyst in uniting over 11,300 people, operating in 305 agencies, in 98 different countries.