Studio co ordinator and Hr

About The Open Room

The Open Room is a pioneering studio where architecture meets education, merging architectural practice with edtech to build both spaces and learning ecosystems. The studio challenges traditional boundaries between the design studio and the classroom, reshaping how architecture and design are practiced, taught, and experienced. Through innovative architectural projects and immersive learning platforms, The Open Room fosters an environment that supports continuous learning and experimentation. Team members collaborate in an open culture where ideas, skills, and creativity are encouraged to flow freely and constructively.

About the Role

The Studio Coordinator and HR is a full-time, on-site position based in the Greater Chennai Area.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day studio operations, including scheduling, coordinating meetings and events, and supporting project teams with administrative tasks.
• Handling core HR activities such as recruitment support, onboarding, attendance tracking, maintaining employee records, and assisting with performance review processes.
• Acting as a primary point of contact for visitors and clients.
• Supporting basic sales and marketing activities.
• Helping ensure a welcoming and efficient studio environment.
• Collaborating with leadership to support team well-being, culture-building initiatives, and internal communications.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong Communication skills, including clear verbal and written communication and effective interpersonal interaction.
• Customer Service skills to handle visitor interactions, support client queries, and maintain a professional studio environment.
• Sales and Marketing skills to assist with outreach, promote studio initiatives, and support basic business development activities.
• Appreciation for Music or creative arts, contributing to the studio’s cultural and educational environment.
• Experience in office coordination, HR support, or administrative roles, preferably in creative, educational, or design-focused organizations.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks, manage schedules, and maintain accurate records with attention to detail.
• Comfort working on-site in a collaborative team setting in the Greater Chennai Area.
• Relevant diploma or degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is an advantage.