Studio Manager at Sarabande Tottenham

Sarabande is a charity established by the late Lee Alexander McQueen to support creative talent across all disciplines through the provision of scholarships, heavily subsidised artist studios, mentoring and a pioneering public events and education programme.

Sarabande has artistic studio locations in both N1 and N17, and is looking to hire a responsible and self-motivated Studio Manager to oversee the operations and support the foundations mission in the N17 location and contribute to the Sarabande artistic community in Tottenham. This is a key role in the Foundation and involves working closely with the CEO and external advisors.

The role will combine operations and development with a high level of involvement with our artist community and creative initiatives at both N1 and N17 locations.

Office and studio management

• Manage day-to-day operations of a small but busy office, ensuring an exceptional and clean, presentable environment (including studio complex and event space) at all times.
• Manage and negotiate contracts with suppliers and contractors.
• Oversee management of Sarabande’s CRM database, maintaining and updating contacts for all stakeholders, artists and patrons.
• Prepare reports on Sarabande activities, including major exhibitions and special projects.
• Work with the CEO on Sarabande’s scholarships programme.
• Oversee the annual studio open call, managing artist intake, studio allocations, and onboarding.
• Maintain relationships with Sarabande’s network of professional mentors and implement a mentoring schedule for studio residents.
• Ensuring compliant management of offices across both teams, including site safety & holiday allowance.