Studio Director

Company Overview

Loops Lab is dedicated to crafting the most iconic music universe, blending technology with hands-on play. Our mission, "Set Music Free," aims to democratize music creation, remixing, and performance for all ages and skill levels. Our unique products merge collectible figurines with an interactive stage, turning sounds into tangible play elements, thereby uniting digital and physical realms to foster imaginative, screen-free experiences that connect people through music.

As a dynamic and innovative team with global reach, we integrate creative artistry, research and development, and advanced design to shape the future of music engagement. We invite you to join us in transforming how individuals create, share, and interact with music.

Role Overview

The Studio Director will spearhead the operation of the Loops Lab studio based in SoHo, New York. This role is pivotal in transforming the Thompson Street studio space into a vibrant creative hub where music, design, collectibles, content, artists, and product concepts converge. Responsibilities include managing ongoing creative production, fostering collaborations, maintaining an inspiring atmosphere, and ensuring productive workflows for both internal teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the Loops Lab SoHo studio, establishing an organized, inspiring, and highly creative workspace.
• Design, implement, and refine studio processes, workflows, and standards to optimize creative output.
• Oversee budget management, equipment upkeep, and resource allocation.
• Supervise development of figurines, collectibles, and physical creative assets, coordinating across industrial design, graphic design, music, packaging, photography, and video production.
• Facilitate smooth transitions of projects from conception to implementation.
• Establish and nurture collaborations with musicians, artists, designers, DJs, and other creators for product collections and special initiatives.
• Lead creative content generation including product launch support via photography, video, behind-the-scenes captures, and live sessions.
• Organize creative events, workshops, and community engagement activities hosted at the studio.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Marketing, Operations, and Leadership teams to translate product roadmaps into creative deliverables and ensure brand consistency across all touchpoints.
• Recruit, manage, and mentor a growing multidisciplinary creative team of freelancers and full-time staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, experimentation, and high performance.

Success Indicators

• The Thompson Street studio recognized as a vibrant destination for artists, musicians, and collaborators.
• A continuous flow of creative partnerships and product ideas.
• Strong coordination aligned with Product, Marketing, and Creative departments.
• Consistent creation of compelling content and experiences reinforcing the Loops brand.
• A highly engaged creative community centered around the Loops product ecosystem.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of experience leading creative studios, makerspaces, design teams, or experiential venues.
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary creative projects and teams effectively.
• A genuine affinity for music, design, toys, collectibles, or consumer products.
• Exceptional project management and organizational capabilities.
• Balance between visionary creativity and hands-on operational execution.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with enthusiasm for building from the ground up in a startup context blending creative and operational roles.

Compensation

The position offers an annual salary ranging from 120000 to 130000 USD.