Sr. Project Manager - Creative Operations

Mattel, Inc.and Subsidiaries; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant or on-site perks

Job summary

Mattel, Inc. in El Segundo, California, is seeking a Sr. Project Manager - Creative Operations to drive the completion of branded visual assets across the consumer journey, from packaging to eCommerce.

The role oversees timelines, workflows, and coordination among Creative, Marketing, Packaging, and Production teams. The ideal candidate will have 3-5+ years of project management for creative assets, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with Workfront or similar PM tools.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Tools

Workfront

Asana

Wrike

Monday.com

Tenovos

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posting Title Sr. Project Manager - Creative Operations

Requisition Number R239188

Company Mattel HQ, Inc.

Location El Segundo, California

Address 333 Continental Blvd

Zip Code 90245

Job Category Design

Pay Range USD $95,000 and $119,000 Yearly

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.

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.

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