Project Manager – Specialty

The Imagine Group; Burbank, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Caregiver leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

The Imagine Group in the United States is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead Theatrical standee display projects, 3D billboards, fabrication and experiential work from start to finish. You will ensure brand integrity and on-time delivery while coordinating across creative, account, engineering, and production teams.

You will manage client expectations, budgets, and timelines, overseeing vendor partnerships and material selections to deliver high-quality final products for campaigns

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 4–6 years of experience as a Project Manager or related role.
• Management of large projects with tight deadlines and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage all facets of Theatrical standee display, 3D billboards, Fabrication and Experiential from start to finish and accountable for client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Creative and Account teams to ensure brand integrity and creative intent of the final product is met.
• Align with the Account team to manage client expectations and project milestones.
• Collaborate with service departments leads to ensure all services meet objectives.
• Ensure all file prep work by Color/Finishing and Prepress meets quality print standards and is delivered on time.
• Oversee manufacturing requirements throughout the job.
• Set & Publish production work back schedules for all deliverables.
• Request project costing estimates and manage budgets through the lifecycle.
• Directly manage outsourcing with vendor partners and oversee quality and on-time delivery.
• Understand and oversee manufacturing specifications including material selection.
• Data entry into job tracking system, creating job tickets, POs and shipping data.
• Initiate the billing process and coordinate with accounting for progress billing.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Scheduling

Budget management

Client communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Monarch

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Description

Company Overview

At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovation teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let's Imagine a better way together.

Job Summary

Specializes in project work in Theatrical standee display, 3D billboards, Fabrication and Experiential. Directly accountable for ensuring brand integrity and effective/efficient execution of the final product.

Accountable for the specialized product deliverables and communication with clients (internal and external) on a product and technical level. This position is designed to have total ownership of the specific product from start to finish and can work collaboratively, both internally across the organization and externally with clients and partners to ensure high quality and on-time delivery that meets client and business objectives.

Job Description

• Manage all facets of Theatrical standee display, 3D billboards, Fabrication and Experiential from start to finish and accountable for client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Creative and Account teams to ensure brand integrity and creative intent of the final product is met.
• Align with the Account team to manage client expectations and project milestones.
• Collaborate with service departments leads (creative, engineering, fabrication, color, pre-press, print production, logistics, estimating and purchasing), to ensure that all services performed meet the established objectives.
• Ensure all file prep work done by Color/Finishing department and Prepress departments meets quality print standards and is delivered on time and in line with the overall project schedule.
• Oversee technical requirements are adhered to throughout the job.
• Set & Publish production work back schedules for all deliverables within internal service departments and vendor partners.
• Request project costing estimates - manage budgets and costs through the life cycle of project.
• Directly manage outsourcing with vendor partners and oversee the quality (press checking) and on-time delivery of final product.
• Understand and oversee manufacturing specifications including material selection to be used throughout the project.
• Data entry into job tracking system, including creating job tickets, POs and shipping data.
• Initiate the billing process and coordinate with accounting for progress billing and closing out of project.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Pay

$38 - $45/Hr

Pay Statement

The national pay range for this role is listed in the job posting. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• Bachelor's degree
• Prior experience (4-6 years) as a Project Manager or directly related experience
• Management of large projects that were on tight deadlines and budget.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with an ability to manage competing demands.
• Strong entrepreneurial & leadership qualities. Exceptional interpersonal skills including collaboration and team building. Ability to influence without authority.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - able to interface with color, creative, engineering & product management and pull it all together into a final deliverable.
• Creative approach to problem-solving with the ability to focus on details while maintaining the "big picture" view. Able to calibrate to client brand/campaign nuances.
• Computer skills - job tracking systems, Monarch, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Ability to interpret - Creative Renders, CAD engineering design packets, SOW's, PO's, Pricing Grids, Compliance Documents
• Manufacturing and Production experience - Large Format Printing (UV, Conventional, Digital), Mounting & Die Cutting, Kitting & Fulfillment.
• Knowledge of various raw materials and specialized solutions - Corrugate, Metals, Plastics, Paper, Wood, lighting techniques, motorized solutions, specialized materials, etc.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Occasional walking
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work
• Frequent Sitting for prolonged periods of time

EEO Statement

The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.