Lutron Electronics Co., Inc is hiring: Design Studio Manager in New York

Overview

Lutron is seeking a dynamic Design Studio Manager to lead our Communications team based in our New York City office. In this pivotal role, you will provide operational leadership and team management, working in close partnership with Lutron’s Creative Director, who sets the overarching creative vision and strategic direction.

As Design Studio Manager, you will foster a high-performing, collaborative environment that delivers exceptional, on-brand creative work. You’ll be responsible for driving operational excellence—ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards—while building team capability and streamlining creative workflows.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Lutron’s brand communications by combining operational rigor with creative excellence.

Responsibilities

Creative Operations & Team Leadership

• Partner with the Creative Director to translate creative vision into operational plans, timelines, and resource requirements
• Collaborate with the Functional Director in Conshohocken PA office on operational responsibilities, resource planning, and process alignment
• Lead and develop creative professionals and project coordinators, providing mentorship and performance management
• Manage creative operations including project workflows, resource planning, and capacity management
• Coordinate with the Conshohocken PA design team to ensure brand consistency and unified execution across both core design locations

Project Management & Execution

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables based on creative direction
• Coordinate communication between creative teams, marketing, and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with creative vision
• Monitor project progress and proactively address risks, issues, or roadblocks that may impact project success
• Ensure deliverables meet expectations and are delivered on time and within budget

Brand Consistency & Cross-Office Collaboration

• Maintain brand standards across NYC and Conshohocken PA design teams, working with the Creative Director to ensure consistent brand expression
• Facilitate communication between NYC and Conshohocken PA teams, including creative reviews and best practice alignment
• Partner with the Functional Director in Conshohocken PA on operational processes and resource coordination between offices
• Develop processes for maintaining creative quality across both core design locations
• Coordinate cross-office project assignments and resource sharing between NYC and Conshohocken PA teams

Team Development & Stakeholder Management

• Build team culture and engagement, fostering collaboration and professional growth
• Manage recruiting and talent acquisition, working with the Creative Director and the Functional Director to identify skill needs
• Support the Creative Director and the Functional Director in strategic planning and creative capability development
• Manage team documentation and coordinate stakeholder presentations with operational context

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Architecture, Visual Design, Fashion, Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related field required
• Minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.00
• Minimum 8 years of experience in creative operations, project management, or creative team leadership required
• Minimum 5 years leading creative teams in an agency, manufacturer, or reseller environment required
• Proven understanding of integrated marketing communications across digital, print, video, and experiential media preferred
• Experience with creative production processes, vendor management, and quality control standards preferred
• Experience in building products or B2B marketing preferred
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time

Starting pay: $140,000 to $190,000 per year; Lutron\'s employee benefits include 401k match, health, dental, and life insurance, paid vacation (amount based on tenure with the company), flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement programs.

Lutron Electronics’ position as the worldwide leader in innovative lighting control and shading solutions has enabled consistent, annual growth. Our company has cultivated a reputation of unsurpassed quality, a broad range of technologies and product offerings, and a strong commitment to servicing our worldwide customers. This has allowed the company to invest in developing new technologies and services, expand our technical capabilities and global presence, and to find and retain the best talent. Build your career with Lutron where you will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits while exploring many options for continued growth and education. Make a difference every day in our dynamic, people-centric, technology-driven organization. For more information, view our website at www.lutron.com.

Lutron Electronics is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action – Employer. We welcome qualified, motivated applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.