Studio Manager (Remote with One Onsite Day Per Week)
Lounge Studios London
£800 per month
Hybrid role - Self employed
About Us
Lounge Studios is a creative photography and events studio with two London locations and a third opening soon. We are looking for a reliable and proactive Studio Manager to join our team long term. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, communicates well and thrives in a flexible environment where every day looks different.
The Role
This is a hybrid position. Six days per week are remote and one weekday will be spent onsite conducting viewings.
As our Studio Manager, you will oversee the smooth running of our studios, support clients, coordinate vendors and ensure excellent communication across the team. The workload varies daily depending on bookings, so we need someone who can think on their feet and take responsibility for managing operations with initiative.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing client bookings and enquiries
* Responding to emails between 9am and 6pm
* Handling client calls between 9am and 11pm when needed (operating hours of our studios)
* Communicating with cleaners, our in house photographer and external vendors
* Coordinating influencers and collaborations
* Sending contracts and managing booking processes
* Monitoring Ring cameras for check ins and general oversight
* Reporting studio issues to the owners promptly
* Conducting studio viewings one weekday each week
* Supporting smooth day to day operations across two studios as well as a new studio opening
* Maintaining high standards of organisation and ensuring clients receive timely and clear communication
What We Are Looking For
* A completed university degree is required
* Strong communication and organisation skills
* Previous customer service experience
* Experience in a managerial role or within a studio, creative or hospitality environment is highly desirable
* Confident working independently and able to take initiative
* Someone reliable, responsible and committed to a long term role
* Comfortable managing a varied and reactive workload
* Flexible and adaptable, as no two weeks are the same
Availability Requirements
This role does not operate on fixed hours, but you must be reachable during the following times when tasks arise:
* 8am to 9am for cleaner communication
* 9am to 6pm for emails
* 9am to 11pm for client calls and texts
Days vary. Some days are busier with bookings, others are quiet with only emails to handle.
You must be available on weekends to handle emails and take client calls/texts
Pay
* £800 per month fixed retainer
* Initial three month probation
* Pay review after probation
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a short cover note to explaining why you believe you are a good fit for this role. We are looking for someone reliable who genuinely enjoys operational roles and wants to grow with us long term. You must be able to provide us with at least 1 previous employer reference within the last year.
Job Types: Permanent, Freelance, Zero hours contract
Pay: £800.00 per month
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Flexitime
* Work from home
Application question(s):
* Do you have a valid driving license and currently driving? (MUST ANSWER)
* Are you happy to travel to all studios located in Brentford and Canning Town if needed?
* Please provide a detailed explanation of your previous work experience that is relevant to this role. Please write this in your own words. Any AI generated applications will not be considered.
Education:
* Bachelor's (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 25/11/2025
Reference ID: STUDIO-MANAGER
Expected start date: 01/12/2025