Operations Manager for Anime Production Studio

About the role

We are looking for an Operations Manager to build the operational foundation of an Australia‑based, artist‑led creative company that is launching its own anime animation studio. The role will support hiring, team coordination, project tracking and system improvement across design, marketing, product creation, e‑commerce and studio functions, ensuring creative ideas are turned into structured execution.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the initial hiring phase, recruit and onboard 10+ team members.
• Develop and maintain an operational plan that prepares anime projects for public release.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations across design, marketing, product creation, e‑commerce and studio work.
• Manage, organize and support team members across multiple functions.
• Improve systems, workflows and execution as the business scales.
• Track projects, assign tasks and manage workflows using Notion, Miro or similar tools.
• Identify bottlenecks quickly and implement practical solutions.
• Support growth across creative, e‑commerce, marketing and studio operations.
• Translate creative ideas into organized plans, timelines, tasks and deliverables.
• Maintain clear communication and accountability within a remote team.

Required profile

• Strong organisational and project‑management abilities.
• Proven experience hiring talent and managing teams.
• Background in social media, marketing or e‑commerce operations.
• Comfortable handling people, deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Excellent communication, ownership and problem‑solving skills.
• Reliable, consistent and able to work independently in a remote environment.
• Available at least five days per week (six or seven days preferred).

Required skills

• Notion
• Miro