Operations Manager

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$80,000.00/yr - $/yr

This position will report to our Director of Operations and work with the entire Playboy organization ( Brand and Marketing, Print & Digital, Licensing, Legal, Finance & Accounting, and People Operations), as well as our external partners, collaborating with stakeholders to help project manage, coordinate people and resources, create and refine processes, ensure compliance, track all progress & status, and ensure timely delivery dates.

You will be responsible for supporting the project management of these day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, alignment with strategic vision, and legal compliance, including but not limited to, contracts and agreements for all content productions, writers, agents, photographers, models and vendors.

• Support daily business operations across editorial, digital content, marketing, events, and brand partnerships
• Help develop and implement operational systems, processes, and standard operating procedures
• Manage project timelines and resource allocation for campaigns, product launches, and events
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including creative, marketing, production, and external partners
• Track and manage departmental budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to content output, audience growth, operational efficiency, and revenue support
• Improve workflows using project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, , Notion, Airtable)
• Ensure compliance with legal, licensing, and brand guidelines
• Support leadership with operational reporting and forecasting
• Help manage budgets, vendor contracts, and resource allocation
• Track and report on operational KPIs, performance metrics, and project timelines
• Collaborate cross-functionally with creative, editorial, digital, and sales teams
• Improve tools and systems used for content calendars, campaign tracking, and project management
• Support remote and hybrid team operations, scheduling, and resource planning, ensuring legal, compliance, and brand standards are followed across operations

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Media Management, or related field (preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in operations, project management, or media/lifestyle environments
• Experience working in digital media, publishing, lifestyle brands, or creative industries
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong understanding of digital media production cycles, brand collaborations, and content workflows
• Experience working with cross-functional creative and corporate teams
• Ability to create and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, creative environment
• Analytical mindset with experience reporting on metrics and performance
• Proficiency with project management, collaboration, and analytics tools
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Experience with influencer marketing, talent management, or live events
• Familiarity with media buying, campaign analytics, and audience engagement metrics
• Knowledge of licensing, rights management, and content distribution
• Experience with content management systems (CMS), media planning tools, and project management platforms (Asana, Monday, Airtable, etc.)
• Familiarity with influencer partnerships, brand collaborations, and e-commerce operations

• Corporate/office setting with hybrid work flexibility
• Occasional travel for shoots, events, or brand activations
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Competitive Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options.
• Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy.
• Pet Insurance for those who need it too!
• Dedicated Health and Wellness resources including Employee Assistance Program and Equinox membership subsidy.
• Pre-tax Transportation/Commuter Benefits options
• Employee Resource Groups
• 401K program with Company match.
• Flexible Time…