Job Description

As part of the McDonald’s Agency123 Centralized Resources Team, the Manager of Studio Services leads and inspires the studio team by fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. This role provides strategic direction, consultation and management of our two studios and digital asset management system. The Studio Manager focuses on driving innovation while acting as a bridge between creative vision and logistical execution, ensuring the studio functions efficiently while producing high-quality imagery aligned with the brand visual identity. Utilizing industry expertise and McDonald's system knowledge they seamlessly integrate strategic planning with day-to-day operations, driving initiatives that enhance operational excellence and creative output.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance studio operations and production efficiency.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across the team to maintain industry-leading standards.
• As a strategic thought partner, collaborate closely with internal cross-functional teams (e.g., Global Communications, Marketing, Creative, and Brand Management) on photo shoots, including food photography for McDonald’s Core Menu items as well as Limited Time offerings.
• Partner with McDonald’s external marketing agencies to advise on creative strategy and lead on production execution, and ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables, while building and maintaining strong relationships with the agencies.
• For internal McDonald’s Lifestyle Shoots, collaborate with the A123 Creative team on creative vision via development of mood boards/story boards to ensure creative vision is achieved during fast-paced on location shoots.
• Build relationships and manage vendor partners to execute on project vision at a high level.
• Leading by example, foster a collaborative and high-performance culture by facilitating clear communication and alignment between the studio team, creative teams (both internal A123 Creative and External Agencies), and other stakeholders.
• Lead direct reports, overseeing their daily responsibilities and guiding them in development opportunities.

Operational Management:

• Oversee daily operations of the studio team delivering live-action and tabletop filming and photography
• Oversee the post-production process, including image selection, retouching, and final delivery.
• Ensure optimal resource allocation, scheduling, and workflow management to maximize productivity and output quality.
• Build and maintain a robust talent bench by expanding the vendor list and developing strong relationships with vendors and contractors.
• Ensure alignment with McDonald’s visual identity system (VisID) standards and overall brand guidelines by keeping vendors informed and regularly reviewing team and vendor deliverables.
• Manage the studio budget and implement cost-saving strategies without compromising production quality.
• Oversee project budgets to ensure financial efficiency and adherence to allocated resources.

Digital Asset Management:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for the Digital Asset Management (DAM) system to enhance accessibility, collaboration, and utilization of digital assets across the organization.
• Oversee the DAM platform, ensuring efficient organization, storage, and retrieval of assets.

Benefits eligible : Yes
Bonus eligible : Yes
Long term incentive eligible : Yes
The expected salary range for this role is $98,140 - $125,130 ** __** per year
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for the Manager, Studio Services position will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in photography studio management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. Experience in digital asset management and familiarity with industry standards and creative innovations are essential. We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with strong leadership and team-building skills. The candidate should be able to provide strategic direction and stay abreast of industry trends.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to provide clear direction and feedback
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills
• Collaboration, teamwork, and resource management skills
• Entrepreneurial motivation and initiative
• Ability to manage change, adapt, and deliver results in fluid and changing situations

About Agency One TwentyThree

Agency One TwentyThree is McDonald’s In-House Creative Agency that operates as a function within Global Communications. We are thinkers. Strategists. Creatives. Doers. We know McDonald’s, because we are McDonald’s. But we also know how to push boundaries. Exceed limitations. We are McDonald’s inside source and secret weapon. We pride ourselves on being true partners that can anticipate a project’s needs and drive results.

Additional Information

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.

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