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Amber R. — Mid-Level Operations and Studio Manager from South Africa

Amber R.

Mid-Level Operations and Studio Manager

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Amber R. is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in Operations and Studio Management across various industries, including advertising design studios, production studios, and nonprofit organizations. She has excelled in roles requiring process development, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement, demonstrating a consistent ability to optimize workflows and implement efficient systems. Her tenure as a Studio Manager at Xanita International highlights her capability in managing daily operations, supervising design teams, and facilitating communication between departments to ensure project success. Additionally, at Songo.info Trust, she managed legal, governance, and compliance tasks, contributing to financial administration and donor relations while supporting HR functions. Amber's diverse skill set, including her expertise in budgeting, resource management, and cross-functional communication, positions her as a strategic asset in any organization requiring a proactive approach to managing complex operational challenges.

Experience

  • Home Executive

    Rheeder home · 2024 — Present
    Created and maintained an organised and efficient home environment during the family's relocation. Managed daily operations, coordinated schedules, and ensured smooth household activities. Researched travel and visa options, processed applications, and arranged for relocation logistics. Balanced budgeting, procurement, event planning, and conflict resolution. Managed household budgets, monitored expenses, and sourced various products and suppliers. Oversaw home maintenance by liaising with contractors and service providers. Implemented systems to enhance organisational efficiency and reduce clutter. Provided mentoring and emotional support to family members.
  • Studio Manager

    Xanita International · 2022 — 2024
    Oversaw daily operations and workflow within the design studio. Supervised design team performance, including priorities and deadlines. Acted as a communication liaison among Sales, Design, and Production departments. Developed and executed processes for project briefings, handovers, and approvals. Streamlined communication to facilitate project execution. Facilitated sign-off for creative work related to prototypes and production runs. Assisted with client communications regarding design timelines and expectations. Reviewed and updated internal systems for improved efficiency.
  • Operations Manager

    Songo.info Trust · 2015 — 2023
    Managed legal, governance, and compliance obligations for the Trust. Provided contract management and HR support to Trustees. Handled financial administration tasks, including payments, reconciliations, and donor tracking. Coordinated annual audit preparations while monitoring budget adherence. Prepared monthly financial reports and assisted with donor fund allocations. Maintained relationships with stakeholders and key supporters. Supported program staff with HR issues and performance evaluations. Contributed to donor reporting, funding applications, and coordination of CSI events. Managed risk assessments across programmes, including health and safety.
  • Studio / Operations Manager

    Xanita International · 2013 — 2014
    Developed job coordination and production workflows while implementing departmental procedures. Trained staff regarding expectations within their roles. Managed internal and external approval processes for creative and production outputs. Coordinated material procurement and communicated with suppliers about availability and delivery timelines. Ensured production schedules were followed for timely dispatch and client satisfaction. Enhanced communication between departments to improve operational efficiency.
  • Traffic / Operations Manager

    Penquin International · 2008 — 2012
    Implemented and maintained the Chase Job tracking system across various departments. Conducted employee training on Chase software and internal processes. Managed project cost estimates and coordinated delivery schedules. Oversaw daily operations across departments such as Design, Digital, Events, Activations, Production, and Copywriting. Ensured project profitability through accurate costing and careful project scope planning. Revised communication workflows to enhance delivery efficiency and quality of deliverables. Monitored staff performance to uphold high standards and work output.

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