About WPP Production
We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.
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Studio Lead – WPP Production
About WPP Production We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organization. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.
WPP Production is part of WPP. WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com A
hybrid working model We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
Overview The Studio Lead is responsible for leading the agency print (&video) production end-to-end, ensuring excellence in Creative Production & Adaptation, POSM, catalogues, retail, and marketing collateral production and quality, team performance, queue management and operational efficiency. Working closely with production artists project management, print production teams the Studio Lead drives delivery against scope, timelines, and quality benchmarks while advancing global efficiency and process improvement initiatives across. This role combines hands-on studio leadership, people management, and strategic collaboration with stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Studio Leadership & Operations
- Lead and own the overall workflow across the agency print (& Video) studio, ensuring accurate resource forecasting based on project scope and timelines provided by Project Management
- Print production planning, artwork judgment, prepress quality control, SLA management, and studio capacity planning supporting high-volume, fast-paced delivery models.
- Oversee all studio operations for a high-volume print environment, ensuring timelines, quality, and efficiency targets are consistently met
- Track detailed production data and provide regular insights, efficiency analysis, and optimization recommendations to stakeholders
- Ensure end-to-end ownership of projects from queue management through allocating to print or video production, with full accountability for quality standards and QC processes People & Team Leadership
- Inspire, mentor, and coach team members to deliver their best work while supporting continuous skills and career development
- Organize team collaboration and create balanced work schedules to maximize productivity, morale, and delivery outcomes
- Lead onboarding, training, and ongoing development of new and existing team members
- Support recruitment, training, and performance management of artwork resources. Quality, Process & Continuous Improvement
- Continuously identify, develop, and implement studio process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and scalability
- Maintain and improve file management processes, tools, and studio best practices
- Ensure consistent application of global production standards amongst markets and across all deliverables
- Lead quality governance reviews, reducing internal rework and client escalations.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and software related to print production, making recommendations for adoption to drive innovation and efficiency.
Stakeholder & Global Collaboration
- Act as the primary point of contact for studio-related communication with Project Managers, print & video production, and internal teams
- Proactively resolve artwork or editing and production issues, escalating risks and delays with clear mitigation plans Delivery & Execution
- Collate, prepare, and dispatch all production-ready materials
- Ensure all outputs meet brand, technical, and production specifications along with quality
- Adhere to ways of working and ensure all internal standards are met across all deliveries
- Balance the workload of all production and quality team member by effectively allocating jobs across the studio.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of experience in a studio environment, including at least 3–5 years in a senior studio leadership or management role
- Bachelor's degree in a design-related discipline such as Print Technology Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Information Design, or Interaction Design
- Strong expertise in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
- Solid understanding of print production, colour retouching, Prepress and digital artwork production
- Demonstrated strengths in planning, prioritization, and resource management
- Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills
Why work here: At WPP Production, you'll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You'll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP's unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment. Inclusion and Impact WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. Please contact [Confidential Information] if you need the job advert or form in another format Data We rely on legitimate interest as a legal basis for processing personal information under the GDPR for purposes of recruitment and applications for employment.
Why work here:
At WPP Production, you'll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You'll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP's unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.
Inclusion and Impact
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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