The JobWere
on the hunt for a brilliant
Design Team Manager
?to
own the
workflow,
resource
and
communication of
our in
-
house
design
function at Red Engine
,
the team behind Flight Club and Electric Shuffle.
Youll
support
a talented mix of
I
ntegrated
, Product and
D
igital
D
esigners
to deliver excellence
across a wide range of standout
global
projects
and campaigns
.This is
a central role
in a fast-paced, high-output
design
studio.
It requires both an empathetic touch, and
the ability to
multi-task
across
numerous
brands, functions, and channels
.
The end goal
is
to
empower
both
the
D
esigners
and the Head of
Design
to
perform to the best of their abilities.What
Youll
Do1.LeadershipLine
manage
and mentor a team of integrated and digital designers, driving
their skills and
development
to
enhance
their job satisfaction and
performanceRepresent the Design function to
Red Engine
, franchise partners and external suppliers2. Creative Ops and Studio WorkflowOwn the day-to-day running of the
design
studio
-
from managing backlogs to
ensuring
clear, efficient creative workflowsOwn the day-to-day running of the
design
studio
-
from managing backlogs to
ensuring
clear, efficient creative workflowAct as the gatekeeper for requests, filtering comms and tasks to the right team membersBe the design team
s
central point
of contact for both internal and external
partnersMonitor
the
design
life-cycle
,
structure
and
tools
identifying
and implementing innovations and improvements where necessaryAct as a key stakeholder in terms of
creative
output, partnering with the Head of Design to ensure everything leaving the studio is on brand and
to the highest of standards3. Resources and Planning
Track team time
and
report monthly with Head of DesignOwn
time and resource allocation across
product s
quads in partnership with Product ManagersForecast
and plan for busy periods,
identifying
risks and flagging support needs to the Head of DesignPartner with
Creative Lead
to
ensure
process and upkeep of
our multiple
Brand Guidelines and Creative Server,
providing
assets
that
are up-to-date and easy to accessMaintain
freelancer database for creative resourcingManage freelancer bookings, budgets, and contracts, ensuring smooth onboarding and delivery4.
Production Oversight and Quality ControlSupport the Head of Design in
maintaining
high standards
across all
studio
print outputLiaise with suppliers to keep production on time, on brief, and on budgetHelp the team navigate production decisions and ensure
theyre
equipped with the right tools and guidesEnsure all design output is well
organised, consistently delivered, and brand
alignedCoordinate proofreading through third parties at key stages in the design process
What
Youll
BringProven experience in a design or creative studio environmentWorking knowledge of design tools and software, ideal candidate coming from a design background themselvesStrong organisational and project management skills
-
M
icrosoft
Planner
,
Teams
,
SharePoint experience a big plusGreat team
leadership
, line management
and communication skills
-
you know how to inspire, organise, and bring the best out of peopleComfort working cross
functionally and internationally with multiple
stakeholdersConfident communicator and natural problem solverEye for design and a passion for quality, brand, and detailExperience managing external freelancers or suppliers . Knowledge of IR35
What you''ll getCompetitive payAnnual bonus33 days annual leave inclusive of Bank HolidaysFusion working (our team are regularly in our venues, working collaboratively in our bright offices in Angel, or focusing on individual projects with work from home Thursdays)Staff discount in all venues (50% off Sunday, Monday, 25% off Tuesday
Saturday, and free game hire)Private healthcareRegular team socialsand weekly lunch in venueMonthly learning and development classes, quarterly teambuilding eventsSummer and Christmas socialsHelp @ hand 24/7 health supportFree access to therapy, nutritionists, and physiotherapistsAbout UsHello, we are Red Engine, the team behind the award-winning global brands Flight Club and Electric Shuffle. We''re obsessed with disrupting the hospitality industry by creating and delivering the best possible experience - across all venues, products and brands.
Our central team covers the full spectrum of skills needed to bring each concept to life
from design to marketing, sales to interior design, people and training, to finance, gaming and HR and everything in between. Were not just a team of people, we are dreamers, artists, rocket scientists, content curators, forward thinkers and the industrys finest. We love what we do and are proud to be included in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025.With a total of 19 incredible venues throughout the UK, and a further 16 around the globe, we have ambitious plans and are passionate about developing new and exciting products, which means were always growing and looking for passionate people to join the family.Here at Red Engine, we believe our success begins and ends with our people. We are committed to a diverse culture where all our team feel respected and included. We acknowledge the power that a diverse set of beliefs and perspectives can bring, and that a variety of voices strengthens our team, enhances creativity, and drives innovation. We welcome applications from candidates of all identities, including individuals of different races, ethnicities, genders and sexual orientations. If you''re passionate about contributing to a culture of inclusion and collaboration, please ..... full job details .....