Executive Operations Lead
VSCO · San Francisco Bay Area
📍 San Francisco, CA💰 $150,000-175,000via greenhousePosted 2026-06-18
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About VSCO
For years, we've helped photographers create their work. Now we're building what comes next.
VSCO exists for photographers. Not as a side feature, not as an afterthought, but as the whole point. We build the connected system photographers rely on, and we've spent over a decade earning the trust of a global creative community that takes the craft seriously.
Photography is at an inflection point. AI is reshaping what's possible for creative work, and that's where our mission shines. VSCO is building the full photographer's workflow: from creating and editing your work, to delivering it to clients, to running your business. All of it built thoughtfully, with photographers leading the way. We believe the future of photography tools creates more space for creativity, handling the busy work so photographers can focus on the craft.
If you care about craft, community, and what technology can unlock for creative people, this is the work. We're a mission-driven and focused company where your work ships quickly, is meaningful, and reaches tens of millions of people worldwide. You'll have a real say in what we build and how we build it. We hire people who don't wait to be asked, naturally connect the dots, care about the quality of what they ship, and believe the best outcomes come from building together.
About You
We're looking for an Executive Operations Lead to support our CEO and leadership team across a wide range of operational and strategic work. This is a senior, generalist role suited to someone who is highly organized, exercises good judgment, and is comfortable stepping into whatever the business needs without waiting to be asked.
You’ll partner closely with the CEO to drive day-to-day operations, optimize how leadership spends time, and help the company run more effectively at every level. You’ll flex across executive operations, internal communications, culture, events, and special projects. This role reports to the CEO and offers direct access to the executive leadership team and Board of Directors. For the right person, it’s an opportunity to learn about building successful companies, contribute meaningfully to the business, and grow your broader leadership skills.
This role is based out of our San Francisco, CA office (minimum 3 days/week).
The Day-to-Day
Executive Support & CEO Partnership
Partner directly with the CEO to manage priorities, key initiatives and align on the highest-impact work
Act as a thought partner bringing structure, clarity, and judgment to complex situations
Proactively identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve leadership operations
Calendar, Travel & Logistics
Own complex calendaring across internal and external stakeholders
Anticipate conflicts, optimize scheduling, and protect focus time
Coordinate domestic and international travel, itineraries, and logistics
Manage expenses and operational details with precision
Executive Team Collaboration
Maintain close alignment with the Chief of Staff on priorities, planning, and execution
Build strong relationships with the executive leadership team to support key initiatives
Provide ad hoc support to executives as needed, ensuring alignment across leadership
Office, Culture, & Events
Own the in-office experience in San Francisco and help foster a creative, energizing and organized environment
Plan and support team events ranging from casual gatherings to major company milestones, including executive offsites and Board of Directors meetings, team-building, product launches, and workshops
Coordinate All Hands meetings, including logistics and speaker prep
Support onboarding for new hires and create a strong in-person experience for visiting candidates
Manage VSCO swag inventory, including distribution, tracking, and reordering
Operations & Administrative Support
Act as a professional point of contact for internal and external communications
Support cross-functional projects aligned with company goals and vision
Manage on-site meetings, including catering, dinners, and offsite activities
Qualifications
5-8 years of experience supporting C-suite executives or senior leadership in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Proven ability to operate as a high-autonomy generalist in fast-paced environments
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Sharp problem-solving instincts with a bias toward action
High emotional intelligence (EQ); diplomatic, thoughtful, and confident
Professional, polished communicator—both written and verbal
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity
Comfortable with ambiguity and constantly shifting priorities
A genuine appreciation for creativity, photography, or the arts
What Makes You Stand Out
You act like an owner, not a task-taker
You anticipate needs before they’re articulated
You’re equally comfortable in strategy conversations and execution details
You step outside your lane when needed and fill gaps proactively
You bring structure to chaos and momentum to stuck problems
You genuinely care about helping leaders and teams do their best work
Why VSCO?
We value the creative process and our employees’ opinions — input is encouraged, regardless of your position or title. We want to work with people who are driven and demonstrate initiative in taking our mission to the next level.
We believe in building a safe place for creative expression and celebrating that which makes us human, welcoming unique and personal backgrounds and experiences. We’re proud to foster diverse perspectives within VSCO as we continue to build an inclusive culture.
Compensation
The base salary for this position may vary based on several factors, including the approved job level. The base salary range for this role is $150,000-175,000 . Salary is one component of our total compensation package. This p
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