Operations Manager

This position will report to our Senior Director of Operations and work with the entire Playboy organization (Brand and Marketing, Print & Digital, Licensing, Legal, Finance & Accounting, and People Operations), as well asour 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.

The essential job duties below are specific to this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• 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, ensure 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.
• Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits options
• Employee Resource Groups
• 401K program with Company match.
• Flexible Time…