Studio XAG partners with brands to create extraordinary experiences that captivate audiences and evoke powerful reactions. As a Certified B Corporation, we''re committed to leveraging business as a force for good, nurturing our team members, and providing a platform for personal and professional growth.Studio XAG is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Production Manager to lead our production team in executing exceptional projects. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, from planning and procurement to scheduling and execution, ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of materials, production processes, and team management.Lead planning and execution of multiple production projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.Develop and communicate accurate production timelines, ensuring seamless coordination of in-house and outsourced resources.Efficiently allocate and schedule production staff and freelance fabricators to meet project demands.Oversee procurement processes, ensuring efficient sourcing of materials, supplies, and packaging essentials for production.Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, makers, and freelancers, contributing to an expanding network of trusted production partners.Ensure compliance with Health and Safety (HandS) regulations and risk assessment management (RAMS).Maintain rigorous quality control standards across all production outputs.Stay up-to-date with new materials, suppliers, and production processes to drive innovation.Support workshop operations by ensuring fabrication timelines align with production goals.5+ years experience in a similar role within a production, workshop, or manufacturing environment.- Strong knowledge of materials, production processes, and assembly techniques.- Expertise in production coordination, scheduling, and procurement.- Experience in cost estimation and budgeting for medium to large-scale production projects.- Familiarity with Synergist software or other costing/project management tools (desirable).- Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to troubleshooting production challenges.- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and freelancers.

Tools and Software KnowledgeProject Management Software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite (Basic knowledge of documentation and presentation)Production and Fabrication Tools (Familiarity with workshop tools and CNC machinery is a plus)Our normal working hours are 9am - 6pm but flexible working hours and days are available.Gross profit-related annual bonus scheme

- Workplace pension-25 days holiday (inc 3 days taken during Christmas closure) + Bank Holidays-All-you-can-eat YCN creative professional learning membership- Spill mental health support- Flexible and remote working available

Parental leave has been the catalyst for StudioXAG looking for a new Senior Production Manager to join the team, and so we are looking for someone to join us on a fixed term contract for a year.Known for our storytelling, our different perspectives make us more creative than ever.