Sr. Project Manager - Creative Operations

Mattel; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Mattel is seeking a Senior Program Manager for Creative Operations to drive the end-to-end production of branded visual assets across consumer journeys, coordinating with Creative, Marketing, Packaging and Production teams. The role involves managing timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of assets for multiple brands.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years in creative asset project management, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with Workfront or similar PM

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years’ experience in project management for creative assets.
• Proven ability to develop project templates and detailed schedules using project management platforms.
• Experience with Workfront preferred; Asana, Wrike, or Monday experience also valued.
• Highly organized and process-driven with strong leadership and communication.
• Experience in photo production and eComm photography workflows is a plus.
• Ability to lead high-level meetings and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in DAM systems (Tenovos a plus), Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end asset creation process for a specific Mattel brand, including managing timelines, deliverables, and workflows in Adobe Workfront.
• Lead the execution of basic eComm photography, including pre-production planning, shoot coordination, and post-production delivery
• Serve as the primary point of contact across Creative, Marketing, Packaging and Production teams, ensuring alignment of business priorities and creative strategy.
• Organize and lead weekly staff meetings to communicate schedule changes, upcoming deliverables and any resourcing issues that need escalation.
• Drive end-to-end omnichannel asset production by managing vendor relationships, product procurement, eComm photography workflows, and ensuring delivery within budget, scope, and timeline

Skills

Project management

Creative assets

Timeline management

Vendor coordination

Tools

Workfront

Asana

Wrike

Monday.com

Job description

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.

It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Opportunity:

Sr PM – Creative Operations helps to drive the completion of branded visual assets for assigned Brands through the consumer journey, from Packaging toeCommerce.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Manage the end-to-end asset creation process for a specific Mattel brand, including managing timelines, deliverables, and workflows in Adobe Workfront.
• Lead the execution of basic eComm photography, including pre-production planning, shoot coordination, and post-production delivery
• Serve as the primary point of contact across Creative, Marketing, Packaging and Production teams, ensuring alignment of business priorities and creative strategy.
• Organize and lead weekly staff meetings to communicate schedule changes, upcoming deliverables and any resourcing issues that need escalation.
• Drive end-to-end omnichannel asset production by managing vendor relationships, product procurement, eComm photography workflows, and ensuring delivery within budget, scope, and timeline

What We’re Looking For:

• Core Values: Communicative, Collaborative, Nimble, Reliable
• 3-5+ years’ experience in project management for creative assets
• Proven ability to develop project templates and detailed schedules using project management platforms – Workfront preferred, but experience with Asana, Wrike, or Monday is also valued.
• Highly organized and process driven, with strong leadership, communication and business acumen; capable of creating, optimizing, and adhering to workflows and procedures.
• Experience in photo production, including eComm photography, with an understanding of shoot logistics, product prep, and asset delivery.
• Demonstrate professionalism and strong client service skills, with the ability to lead high-level meetings, present with clarity, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong proficiency in DAM systems (Tenovos a plus), Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office programs.

This role is onsite

*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience.Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate:Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate:At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute:We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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