Creative Studio Manager, NYC

Company: Sonos, Inc.
Company: Sonos, Inc.
Location: New York, NY
Commitment: Full time
Posted on: 2026-08-04 06:17
At Sonos we want to create the ultimate listening experience for our customers and know that it starts by listening to each other. As part of the Sonos team, you’ll collaborate with people of all styles, skill sets, and backgrounds to realize our vision while fostering a community where everyone feels included and empowered to do the best work of their lives.This role is located on-site at one of our officesThis position is office-based, meaning regular in-person collaboration or use of office equipment is essential to maximize effectiveness for this team and/or position. Qualified applicants must live within commuting distance of our New York office and should expect to be in office 5 days per week.Sonos is a sound experience company making it easier than ever for millions of listeners around the world to play more, hear more, and feel more. We’re seeking a studio manager and coordinator for Sonos’ new Creative Studio and Performance Space in NYC, The Bureau of Psychoacoustic Messaging (BPM for short). This position will be the backbone of our studio space in NYC - creating a welcoming environment for influencers, press, artists, and staff, and helping coordinate events at the studio on a daily and weekly basis. About BPMBPM — short for Bureau of Psychoacoustic Messaging — is the newly formed in-house creative engine for Sonos — the team behind brand campaigns, social content, and cultural moments that bring the Sonos listening experience to life. We move fast, think culturally, and care as much about how something feels as how it looks.We're opening a new creative studio and performance space in SoHo, where we'll invite artists in for live performances, listening sessions, and film screenings.What You’ll Do:Space & OperationsOversee day-to-day operations of both floors including the creative team workspace, conference room, kitchenette, and performance spaceManage vendor relationships, facilities maintenance, and supply inventoryEnsure the space always reflects the Sonos brand at the highest levelArtist & Talent RelationsCoordinate incoming artist performances and residencies end-to-end — booking, hospitality, technical setup, and post-visit follow-upServe as a point of contact for visiting talent and their teamsAssist the Sonos Radio Principle Curation Manager and the Global Events and Operation Manager in building and maintaining relationships with artist managers, labels, and booking agentsInfluencer & Brand PartnershipsManage influencer visit logistics including product demos, content creation needs, and brand experience flowCollaborate with marketing on activations and social content opportunities within the spaceTeam SupportSupport the on-site creative team with workspace needs, conference room scheduling, and day-to-day office operationsFoster a studio culture that feels both productive and inspiredTechnical OversightAssist Workplace tech counterpart as needed in maintaining and troubleshooting all Sonos audio equipment throughout the spaceEnsure sound systems are performance-ready at all timesWhat You’ll Need:EducationBachelor's degreeExperience2+ years experience in a creative, production, or studio operations roleExperience working within a creative team — agency, in-house brand studio, design firm, photo/video productionProject management or production coordination background Core skillsProject management — tracking timelines, deliverables, budgets, and multiple concurrent projectsOrganization & multitasking — juggling schedules, resources, and competing priorities across a creative teamCommunication — liaising between creatives, clients/stakeholders, vendors, and leadershipVisitor/vendor coordination — booking influencers, press, photographers, stylists, printers, contractors, etc.Software proficiency — Google Creative Suite, Google Sheets, Google Calendar and Google Docs especially, Adobe Creative tools, Figma Studio-specific knowledgeUnderstanding of creative workflows (design, photo/video production, content creation)Familiarity with production logistics — studio space booking, equipment/gear management, shoot schedulingProficient understanding of contracts, licensing, or rights management (for photo/video-heavy studios)Soft skillsProblem-solving under tight deadlinesCalm, adaptable demeanor — studio environments are fast-paced and can shift last-minuteStrong interpersonal skills — often the connective tissue between creative directors, clients, and support staffDiscretion/professionalism, especially in studios working with high-profile clients or talentComfort with a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment typical of NYC's creative/agency/fashion/media industriesMay require flexibility for early morning or evening shoot schedulesNetworking/vendor relationships within the NYC creative scene can be a plus (studio rental spaces, freelance talent pools, printers, etc.)Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. If you don’t have 100% of the skills listed, we strongly encourage you to apply if interested.Visa Sponsorship: Sonos is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time. We ask that applicants be authorized to work for any US employer, both now and in the future.#LI-OnsiteYour profile will be reviewed and you'll hear from us once we have an update. At Sonos we take the time to hire right and appreciate your patience.The base pay range for this role based off geographic location is:$85,000 and $106,400The specific pay offered will depend on the candidate’s geographic location, as well as qualifications and experience. We apply geographic pay differentials based on the cost of labor in the market.  Employees in high-cost locations may be compensated at the upper end of the range, while those in medium or low cost markets may be compensated at the lower end of  the range. Your recruiter can provide more details about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process. Please note that compensation details listed in US job postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.We also offer a comprehensive benefits program with choice and flexibility in mind to help support the health, wealth, and overall well-being of our employees. Regular full time employees in the US are eligible for benefits on day one, including:Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceA 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vestingAn Open Time Off policy (OTO) so you have maximum opportunity to disconnect and recharge, with no tenure-based vacation accruals required80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annuallyUp to 12 paid holidays per calendar yearSonos offers a generous paid leave program for new parents or to care for a family member with a serious health condition, as well as short- and long-term disability for your own medical conditionCompany-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D InsuranceVoluntary benefits, including Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Pet InsuranceMental health benefits to support your holistic well-beingA generous employee discount program & Sonos Radio HD - on us!Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.Notice to U.S. Job Applicants: Sonos is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.Sonos is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to accommodations@sonos.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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