Creative Project Manager

500 Degrees; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A creative agency in Columbus, OH seeks a Senior Creative Project Manager to oversee high volume, complex creative projects and resources. The role includes developing project plans, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and ensuring effective collaboration across departments. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in project management, preferably in an advertising/marketing agency. Benefits include medical and vision insurance as well as a 401(k). The expected salary range is $145,000–$185,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of account, traffic, or project management experience in the relevant industry.
• Prior advertising/marketing agency experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage project plans including internal timelines.
• Drive projects forward via daily status reports.
• Proactively identify bottleneck issues to avoid project hurdles.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Workfront

ProofHQ

Job description

Senior Creative Project Manager – 500 Degrees

We are looking for a Senior Creative Project Manager at 500° in our Columbus, OH office. This is a crucial role overseeing the efficient flow of high volume, complex creative projects and resources throughout the agency.

As the Senior Creative Project Manager, you are responsible for all aspects of the project while driving internal production including, but not limited to, creating and maintaining accurate project plans, routing deliverables through multiple departments, and ensuring resources are allocated appropriately to meet project milestones and timelines.

You will act as the critical connector between all agency branches, and through strategic thinking, exceptional organizational skills, and leadership abilities will be instrumental in driving productivity and optimizing workflow processes.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Create and manage project plans – including internal timelines, estimate resource availability, team capacity, and forecasting of future projects
• Manage project assets utilizing online proofing portal – ability to input layouts, traffic for review & facilitate comments to appropriate team members
• Maintain version control, document project revisions, and ensure compliance with brand guidelines and industry regulations
• Drive projects forward via daily status reports and check-ins with key stakeholders
• Manage multiple projects at once – seamlessly push multi-tiered projects through various stages of development at one time
• Cross-functional collaboration with all internal partners, including an understanding of the needs and capabilities of each department
• Proactively identify bottleneck issues to avoid project hurdles – provide recommendations and communication to drive resolutions with key project stakeholders
• Expected to effectively problem solve prior to leadership escalation
• Manage out-of-scope projects
• Participate in training of new team members; acting mentor to more junior members on the team by providing guidance and support
• Possess a macro view understanding of clients and projects in order to navigate continuity and decrease errors
• Potential to be client facing

What You'll Need (Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of account, traffic or project management experience in relevant industry
• Must have prior advertising/marketing agency experience
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, etc.)
• Working familiarity with project management & proofing tools
• Working familiarity with traditional and digital creative/advertising workflows
• Ability to effectively create project plans, including timelines, based on project needs
• Ability to lead projects in a fast-paced environment and work well under pressure or timelines and client satisfaction
• Strong attention to detail, decision making, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated high communication and collaboration skills
• Must be self‑motivated with the ability to work autonomously with minimal oversight
• Prior working experience with Adobe Workfront and ProofHQ

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Location: Columbus, OH. Salary range: $145,000–$185,000.