Job Details
Job Title: Studio Manager
Department: Design
Reporting to: Head of Marketing
Location: Based at Head Office, Canal Mill, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 9AF
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:30 (1-hour unpaid break)
Contract: Permanent
Aims & Objectives
FI Real Estate Management (FI-REM) is a leading property management company with a diverse portfolio of over 14 million square feet of commercial space across the UK. We provide high-quality industrial units, office space, and retail space to a wide range of businesses. We are committed to delivering exceptional service and creating thriving business environments for our tenants.
About the Role
We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Studio Manager to lead our in-house design function. You will be responsible for managing a team of two designers and overseeing all aspects of the company’s visual communication, including:
- Web Development: Maintaining and updating the company website (www.firem.com), ensuring it remains modern, user-friendly, and effectively showcases our property portfolio.
- Graphic Design: Creating visually compelling marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, presentations, and social media content.
- Video Content: Producing high-quality video content for marketing and communication purposes, including property tours, company profiles, and tenant testimonials.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and mentor a team of two designers, providing guidance, feedback, and support to foster their professional development.
- Develop and implement a creative strategy that aligns with the company’s marketing objectives and brand identity.
- Oversee all design projects from concept to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
- Maintain brand consistency across all platforms and touchpoints.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., marketing, sales) to understand their design needs and deliver effective solutions.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends and technologies.
- Manage the design budget and resources effectively.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Studio Manager or in a similar leadership role within a design team.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating a wide range of design skills across web development, graphic design, and video production.
- Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro).
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and colour theory.
- Experience working with brand guidelines and maintaining brand consistency.