Creative Team Lead

Hogarth Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Creative Team Lead Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world’s top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever‑changing world of today’s content experience. What does a Studio Manager do at Hogarth? Manage workflow across the agency print studio and accurately forecast resources and needs based on scope and timelines projection from Project Management Manage all the workflow of the busy agency print studio Track production detailed production data and provide efficiency analysis Inspire and proactively strive to get the best out of each team member, offer coaching and new opportunities to expand skill‑sets Organise teamwork, create a balanced work schedule and ensure people are able to deliver results Continuously work on development and implementation of process improvements Oversee all project requirements from artwork to print production and take ownership of quality standards and QC processes Oversee communications with account service and print production teams and resolve any problems with artwork that may arise Create and maintain a strong pool of freelance production artists Ensure the best external talent is always used where necessary through both interviews and test project work. Liaise with agency SMEs to ensure they pass relevant tests Ensure GAD/AD/Production Director is aware of any potential/current issues and proposed solutions (including potential delays) to ensure swift resolution and manage further escalation Work with the global SMEs and GEO Studio Managers to identify and implement efficiency initiatives Maintain and improve file management process and procedures Lead training of new team members Collate and despatch all materials required for printers and/or client Requirements: Minimum of 5-6 year’s experience in a creative agency environment, in which at least 3 years of team management experience is required Bachelor’s degree required in a design related discipline, such as graphic design, visual communication, information design, or interaction design Solid time management, planning and organization skills Experienced in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop Good knowledge of print, colour retouching, and digital artwork production Excellent organizational skills, and outstanding project and time management skills Good communication and interpersonal skills Ammenable for Hybrid & Onsite set-up in BGC, Taguig. Our Hogarth Values Hands on No egos here. Just a shared drive to roll up our sleeves and make great things happen. Every project—big or small, gets our full energy because we believe in doing things right. Every single time. It's how we deliver real results without cutting corners. We are real and authentic – with each other and in our work. Honest, direct communication builds the trust we need to collaborate, grow, and make meaningful things together. It’s not always easy but it’s always worth it. Heart & Soul We bring heart to everything we make. Passion, pride and relentless drive push us beyond “good enough” ––because we care deeply about our craft, and we’re always chasing better. We love what we do, and it shows. Happy Family Creating a space where everyone feels valued— even when opinions differ—makes this a supportive and inclusive environment for our people. We embrace our differences, celebrate our wins together, and never lose our sense of humor. Curiosity keeps us hungry. 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