Project Manager

Morrison; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrison is seeking a Project Manager to oversee advertising projects from planning through delivery for diverse clients. You will coordinate cross-functional teams across Marketing, Creative, Digital, Strategy, and Account Management to ensure delivery on time and within budget.

You will communicate directly with clients, drive process improvements, and ensure exceptional service. The role requires strong leadership, collaboration, and client relationship skills in a hybrid Atlanta environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Advertising, Marketing, or Business Administration.
• 3+ years of project management experience in advertising/agency settings.
• Proven ability to lead multiple advertising projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with PM methodologies and tools (Asana, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead project management methodologies to streamline processes using Asana.
• Forecast staffing needs with department leads and balance workloads.
• Collaborate with account managers, creative teams, and clients to align on goals.
• Develop and maintain project schedules; identify risks and issues.
• Allocate resources and monitor budgets for profitability and delivery quality.
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Advertising, Marketing, or Business Administration

Tools

Asana

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About The Job

In this Project Management role, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of advertising projects for specific clients, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and help ensure the agency provides excellent service to clients across Marketing, Creative, Digital, Strategy, and Account Management, and drive process improvements. You will communicate directly with clients, instilling the utmost confidence that their projects are prioritized, organized, and thoughtfully executed.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership and Collaboration

  • Implement project management methodologies and best practices to streamline processes and maximize efficiency through working in Asana, our PM tool.
  • In conjunction with department leads, play a pivotal role in forecasting to ensure staffing needs are aligned, and work balance is implemented across all departments.
  • Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, encouraging teamwork, cross-functional collaboration, and communication.

• Project Planning and Execution

  • Work with a variety of clients, each with shifting scopes, priorities, and budgets, to deliver a seamless, effective project management experience.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including account managers, creative teams, and clients, to understand project requirements and objectives.
  • Allocate resources, including personnel, budget, and equipment, to ensure successful project execution.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, track progress, and identify potential risks or issues.
  • Delegate tasks effectively, monitor workloads, and ensure projects are appropriately staffed.
  • Highly collaborative with other agency vendor teams.

• Client Communication and Relationship Management

  • Serve as a primary point of contact for internal teams and clients regarding project status, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Communicate project updates, assist with managing client expectations, and proactively address any concerns or issues.
  • Develop and maintain strong team and client relationships to ensure exceptional client satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with account managers to identify upsell or cross-sell opportunities and contribute to client retention.

• Quality Assurance and Risk Management:

  • Establish and enforce quality control processes to ensure deliverables meet client expectations and agency standards.
  • Initiate regular project reviews to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • In partnership with the Account Managers, monitor project financials, including budget tracking, cost control, and profitability analysis.

• Reporting and Documentation

  • Prepare and present regular project status reports to clients, stakeholders, and agency leadership.
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, including project plans, meeting minutes, and relevant project artifacts.
  • Ensure timely and accurate project billing and invoicing in collaboration with the finance department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Advertising, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in project management within the advertising industry, preferably in an agency setting.
• Proven track record of successfully managing multiple advertising projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Proficiency in project management software, collaboration tools, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Knowledge of the advertising industry, including marketing strategies, creative processes, and media channels.
• Come to the office as needed; 2 days a week (Tuesday and Thursday) is required for those in the metro Atlanta area.
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment, maintain responsive communication, build strong client relationships, and manage projects to achieve measurable business results.