Job Title: Project Coordinator – Social, Digital, and 360
Location: Burbank, CA
Department: Social, Digital, and 360
Reports To: Account Manager, Project Manager
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Hybrid Office
Position Overview:
The Project Coordinator at Legion Creative plays a crucial support role in the client services team, assisting Account + Project Managers in ensuring seamless communication, project execution, and relationship management with our Social & Digital entertainment clients. This entry-level position is ideal for someone with a strong interest in entertainment or digital marketing, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Project Coordinator serves as a critical link between internal teams and clients, ensuring that projects stay on track while fostering positive, long-term relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
Organization & Project Coordination:
- Work with managers, creatives, and strategists to ensure project timelines are met and deliverables align with client objectives.
- Assist in managing project documentation, including timelines, budgets, and status updates.
- Maintain internal and external trackers, ensuring all tasks and deliverables are accounted for.
- Help troubleshoot project challenges by escalating issues to the Account Manager and proposing solutions where applicable.
Client Support:
- Assist the Account Manager in day-to-day client communication, responding to client requests promptly and professionally.
- Help ensure client deliverables are met by gathering feedback, organizing updates, and managing expectations.
- Schedule and attend client meetings, taking detailed notes and distributing action items to relevant stakeholders.
- Build a strong understanding of client goals, preferences, and brand guidelines to effectively support the team.
Brainstorm and Ideation:
- Actively participate in internal brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh ideas that align with client goals and campaign objectives.
- Research trends, audience insights, and competitive benchmarks to bring informed perspectives to creative discussions.
- Assist in organizing and preparing brainstorm materials, ensuring sessions run smoothly and efficiently.
- Document brainstorm outcomes and help translate ideas into actionable next steps for the team.
Internal Communication:
- Serve as the go-to point of contact for internal teams on client-specific questions and deliverables.
- Coordinate with production teams to ensure client feedback is communicated clearly and acted upon efficiently.
- Maintain organized records of project communications and files to ensure the team operates smoothly.
Administrative Support:
- Assist in preparing presentation materials, decks, and reports for client meetings.
- Support new business efforts by gathering materials, case studies, and insights for pitches.
- Manage calendar invites, meeting prep, and any necessary follow-up communications.
Culture:
- Champion the Legion culture, contributing to a positive, collaborative environment.
- Foster a culture of respect, appreciation, and creativity, supporting the overall health of the agency.
Qualifications:
- 1–2 years of experience in a marketing, entertainment, or agency environment preferred.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic understanding of digital and social media marketing principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Monday.com, Trello).
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in client-facing roles is a plus.
- Familiarity with entertainment marketing and production processes.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines with a positive attitude.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A collaborative, inclusive, and creative work culture.
- Hands-on mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- An opportunity to grow within the client services team and gain hands-on experience in digital and entertainment marketing.
- Exposure to high-profile entertainment and brand campaigns.