The Studio Manager is the bridge between commercial intent and production reality. Once a project is approved, the role owns its design delivery: translating the agreed brief into a resolved, client-approved exhibition stand, activation, event space, theatrical element or large-scale cardboard installation, then coordinating its production, delivery, installation and final handover. The role combines spatial and industrial design judgement, 3D/CAD literacy, rendering capability, project leadership, client communication and practical manufacturing knowledge.
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Key responsibilities
Take ownership of approved projects from commercial handover through design resolution, client approval, production handover and final close-out
Confirm the brief, deliverables, dimensions, materials, constraints, milestones, responsibilities and approval process before work begins
Build and maintain a clear studio schedule; prioritise work, allocate resources, identify dependencies and communicate risks early
Manage scope changes and design revisions in partnership with Sales, ensuring material changes are documented and commercially approved before proceeding
Own the delivery and installation plan, including venue requirements, site access, freight, packing, crew, equipment, inductions, sequencing, client contacts and final handover
Coordinate and review spatial concepts, CAD/3D models, technical drawings, prototypes, mock-ups, renders and client presentation material, contributing hands‑on where the project or workload requires
Brief and allocate CAD work across the Studio and Rhino‑proficient Production team, matching tasks to available capability, production knowledge, priorities and deadlines
Develop final designs collaboratively with the client, converting feedback into clear, controlled revisions and securing documented approval
Set weekly priorities and clear briefs for the two direct reports; review work, unblock issues and maintain accountability for deadlines and quality
Coach the team in design craft, technical accuracy, client presentation, production awareness and file discipline
About you
Demonstrated experience in spatial, industrial, exhibition, experiential, product or packaging design, or a closely related field
Working proficiency in Rhino and/or comparable CAD/3D software sufficient to brief, review, coordinate and troubleshoot technical design work, and to contribute directly when required
Strong capability in 3D rendering and visual presentation; familiarity with relevant Adobe Creative Cloud tools or equivalent
Experience taking approved client work through design development, revisions, approval and manufacturing handover
Practical understanding of materials, structures, prototyping and manufacturing constraints; exhibition, event, theatrical, display, point‑of‑sale, cardboard or paper‑based experience is highly relevant
Project‑management capability across multiple concurrent deadlines, with strong attention to detail and version control
Confident client communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain technical decisions in plain language
Experience supervising, mentoring or coordinating designers or other creative/technical staff
Ability to work safely in an active production environment and comply with site rules, induction requirements and required personal protective equipment
Maintain legal right to work in Australia
About us
Cardboard Mill Pty Limited is a design and production business specialising in sustainable installations, design delivery and production leadership. The company creates exhibition stands, activations, event spaces, theatrical elements and large‑scale cardboard installations.
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Studio Manager • Melbourne, AU
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