03 / Operational Projects

Fixed-scope sprints.
Fixed-fee delivery.

When you know the operational problem and just need it fixed. Workflow rebuilds, team restructures, production system implementations, post-acquisition integration. A defined deliverable, a defined timeline and a fee agreed upfront.

Engagement2–12 weeks
CommitmentVariable by scope
FocusWorkflows · Systems · Integration
ModelFixed fee
Types of project

Four types of
operational project.

Every project starts with a brief scoping call to confirm the problem, define the deliverable, and agree the fee before any work begins.

Workflow Rebuild

Production pipeline redesign.

Map your end-to-end content or production workflow, identify the bottlenecks and failure points, and rebuild it with clear ownership, handoff points, and review windows. Delivered as a documented, implemented system — not a slide deck.

Team Restructure

Org design and role clarity.

Restructure how your team is organised: who reports to whom, who owns what decisions, and how work gets allocated and prioritised. Includes role definition, accountability frameworks, and — where needed — a hiring brief for the gaps.

System Implementation

Operating system build and rollout.

Design and implement a single operating system for your team: project management tooling, editorial calendars, production trackers, and the working norms to run them. Includes team training and a documented handoff.

Post-Acquisition Integration

Integration planning and execution.

For businesses that have just acquired a team, a studio, or a channel and need to bring it into the existing operation without disruption. Covers integration planning, system alignment, and culture bridging.

Recent project

30-person production house —
operational restructure.

12-week project. Three senior producers each running their own ad-hoc systems, replaced by a single unified playbook.

"Stuart turned three operating models into one — without making us feel less like ourselves. Output has increased in both quality and quantity, and the team are empowered and motivated. We hired our 35th person last month."

— Co-Founder · Production house, $10M+ revenue
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Other ways to work together

Need ongoing support?

Embedded and advisory engagements are available for businesses that need more than a single project.

01 / Fractional COO

Embedded operational leadership.

For founder-led businesses that need a COO inside the business 2 days/week for 3–6 months to fix what's breaking and build what's next.

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02 / Advisory

Strategic advisory for CEOs.

Two days a month for founders who have an operations lead but need experienced COO judgment for high-stakes decisions.

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Know the problem.
Just need it fixed?

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