Studio Manager
Vox Media is seeking a proactive, highly organized Studio Manager to oversee a premier podcast and video production facility in downtown Manhattan. This is a full-time 6-month temporary position.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of a fleet of podcast studios and video stages to ensure seamless production experience
- Maintain facility upkeep, ensuring studios and common areas remain clean, organized, and talent-ready
- Coordinate studio session schedules, managing room prep and transitions between back-to-back recordings
- Coordinate staffing for production sessions by scheduling internal operators or hiring freelance staff
- Act as primary point of contact on studio floor to greet talent, producers, and guests
- Manage studio booking priorities and resolve scheduling conflicts between show groups
- Support onboarding for new show launches, including set builds, technical tests, and facility tours
- Liaise with building management regarding logistics and adherence to building policies
- Identify and flag technical or facility issues to engineering and operations leadership
- Proactively solve logistical challenges and optimize operations
Required Qualifications
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills with ability to interface with high-profile talent
- Highly organized with ability to manage complex, overlapping schedules in fast-paced setting
- Strong background in production environments or studio management
- Proactive problem-solving mindset
- Basic understanding of production infrastructure
- Diplomatic and strategic approach to managing requests and prioritizing resources
This position is located in New York, in-office 5 days per week. Vox Media offers comprehensive benefits and is committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace.