Studio Manager

We are UMG the Universal Music Group. We are the worlds leading music everything we do we are committed to artistry innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music music publishing merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters and we produce distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

Famehouse a division of UMG is the preeminent leader in D2C solutions in music defining & delivering the industrys best-in-class service to connect artists with their fans. Established & headquartered in Philly Fame House powers eCommerce for UMGs labels artists and Bravado along with a select roster of 3rd party clients. Our success & culture is fueled by collaboration both withinFH and with our partners. We are passionate about the impact of eCommerce for artists providing a full service solution to grow an artists owned business including strategy creative storefront merchandising fulfillment customer service technology and more.

How we LEAD:

Merchandise and e-commerce is part of the fabric of music culture. For artists its a way to develop and further articulate their brand. For fans its another pathway to connecting with an artist and the culture they represent.

The Studio Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations infrastructure and technical readiness of the production facility. This role ensures the studio operates as a world-class creative environmentbuilt on scalable systems operational rigor and best-in-class equipment standards.

Reporting into Production leadership the Studio Manager will establish and maintain the processes workflows and tracking systems that enable efficient high-volume production across photo video and live-stream content. This individual plays a critical role in safeguarding the studios technical assets while supporting seamless shoot execution.

This is a hands-on leadership role for an operational expert who combines deep technical fluency with process-driven thinking. The ideal candidate thrives in building systems from the ground up understands the maintenance and lifecycle of high-end production equipment and is comfortable supporting on-set logistics when required.

How Youll CREATE

• Develop implement and refine studio operational processes systems and workflows from facility launch through full-scale production.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive equipment tracking inventory management and preventative maintenance systems.
• Oversee all studio equipment including cameras lenses lighting grip & electric audio live-stream hardware servers and processing systems.
• Design and manage maintenance schedules service protocols and vendor relationships to ensure all technical assets remain in optimal condition.
• Lead the implementation of hardware and software systems for equipment tracking digital inventory and sample management.
• Ensure studio readiness across all stages and shooting environments maintaining a professional safe and technically sound facility.
• Partner with Producers Directors of Photography and Content Production teams to support shoot setup stage configuration and logistical planning.
• Assist with rigging lighting prep camera setup and technical troubleshooting during shoot days when required.
• Collaborate with Post Production and IT teams to ensure smooth handoffs between capture storage and post workflows.
• Oversee studio scheduling coordination to prevent conflicts and optimize space utilization.
• Maintain compliance with safety standards insurance requirements and operational best practices.
• Proactively identify infrastructure upgrades and technology investments that improve quality efficiency and scalability.

Bring your VIBE

• 812 years of experience managing production studios facilities or high-end creative environments.
• Demonstrated experience building and implementing operational systems and technical workflows from the ground up.
• Deep technical knowledge of professional-grade cameras lenses lighting systems grip & electric audio equipment live-stream infrastructure and digital storage solutions.
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance equipment lifecycle management and vendor servicing.
• Experience implementing digital inventory and equipment tracking systems.
• Hands-on experience supporting shoot setup and on-set logistics within photo video or broadcast environments.
• Strong organizational and process-oriented mindset with exceptional attention to detail.
• Calm under pressure and capable of troubleshooting technical issues in real time.
• Collaborative operator who works effectively across Production Creative and Post teams.
• Experience within music fashion broadcast or commercial production environments strongly preferred.

Perks Playlist:

Join an entrepreneurial global organization where authenticity boldness creativity connection drive and insight arent just valuestheyre how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage

• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services

• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants

• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes spa treatments meal services travel and so much more (up to $720/year)

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions plus an additional UMG contribution

A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

• 2-weeks paid Winter Break

• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

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The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors which may include as applicable the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.