We are an award-winning marketing and sales promotion agency, specializing in the hospitality industry (on-premise food & beverage focus) with several US offices, currently searching for a
project manager to work directly with our account executives.
Scope of Position - Project Manager
This position is responsible for working directly with our account executives and project management, creative and production departments on initiatives for our preeminent hospitality, leisure and food & beverage clients. You will participate in brand/initiative meetings from inception through ideation to execution.
Responsibilities: • Gain understanding of each project's needs and goals as directed by the client/AE. • Develop timelines and regularly communicate key dates to the teams. • Support with client communications as needed. • Understand project financials to oversee project transactions and create project estimates. • Lead weekly project status meetings with your account executive. • Proofread every item at every stage of the project to ensure artwork is error-free and aligns with both the client(s)'s style and vision and the production specifications. • Organize project resources, which may include images, art files, spreadsheets, ideation, custom production, technology, etc. • Effectively communicate timelines, deliverables, goals and expectations. • Develop an understanding of the company's capabilities and the detailed steps required to successfully complete a project. • Mentor and support other Teamers in the department.
You have • 5+ years as a Project Manager, preferably within an agency • Strong interpersonal and adaptability skills, especially across multiple departments • Skilled problem solver and decision maker; confidence to think on your feet and outside of the box • Ability to lead and mentor teams • Interest in efficient processes and desire for continual improvement • Experienced key point person for multiple projects running simultaneously • A bachelor's degree (marketing, communications, business or hospitality preferred) • Attention to detail - an eye for spotting spelling errors and inconsistencies in verbiage and style • Outstanding proofreading skills • Excellent time management • The ability to work both independently and in a team environment while managing multiple demands and pressing deadlines • Pride in your work, with a proactive approach and the ability to think on your feet with a "whatever it takes" approach to achieving client(s)'s goals • Meticulous organization - you use tools and technologies to stay on track with project deadlines • Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills • A positive attitude and "team" spirit
Desired: • Proficiency in the Mac OSX platform • Print and production knowledge • Project management system experience (Workamajig a plus) • Agency / F&B / Hospitality experience (Restaurant, Hotel, Cruise Line, Casino, Theme Park) • Proficiency in Microsoft Office