Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading brands. We're looking to hire a Creative Project Manager for a large entertainment company.
This is a 3-month contract opportunity. The role is hybrid (4 days onsite) in Celebration, FL.
Traffic Manager/PM Responsibilities:
Partner with Project Management, Account Management, Proofreading, Business Affairs, and Creative group during production phase of the job
Ensure Production and Studio are aligned with project milestones and able to deliver work accordingly through Workfront
Shepherd projects through Production and approval process, until files are released to our internal partners or vendors
Aware at all times of the status of assigned jobs and is accountable for managing to the schedules, and shepherding tactics through production stage to ensure on-time completion
Assume leadership of job at the Production Input Meeting and manage through Production Artists, Digital Producers, Print Production, etc
Ensure routing of materials is done in an efficient and timely manner - Account Management, Business Affairs, Proofreading, Compliance, CE, and Strategy
Keep in contact with Account and Project Management regarding current deadline status and any issues pertaining to reviews and approvals that may need attention
Assist in prioritizing work with department managers (e.g. Creative, Business Affairs, Proofreading, Production Studios, etc.) during routing process
Maintains up to date information on their projects in Workfront (e.g. changing schedules and completing production tasks) so everyone is aware of project status
Traffic Manager/PM Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent • 3-5 years of professional marketing, ad agency, project management, or related experience • Working knowledge of communication mediums including video, print, digital, social, email, collateral, OOH, and the production process supporting each • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal • Ability to lead project tactics and timelines once work moves into Production • Detail oriented; highly accountable to delivering what is expected on-time • Ability to effectively partner and influence agency Production partners to get the work done on time • Handle a demanding workload or portfolio of projects with competing priorities and deadlines