(USA) Manager, Creative- Creative Project Manager

Lensa; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 186,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Creative Project Manager to execute full-funnel creative campaigns. The role requires collaboration across teams, managing project intake, and developing schedules. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years experience, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in project management tools.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Incentive awards

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Paid parental leave

PTO

Health plans

Qualifications

• 2-3 years as a Creative Project Manager in an agency or in-house team.
• Experience managing high-volume projects from branding to tactical execution.
• Proficient in tools like Workfront and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Creative Account Management on project intake and resource assignment.
• Drive projects from start to finish, serving as the main contact for project status.
• Maintain updated project documents and communicate effectively with partners.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design, Marketing, Creative Writing, Advertising, Fine Arts

Tools

Workfront

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

(USA) Manager, Creative - Creative Project Manager

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Position Summary: The Creative Project Manager plays a key role in executing full-funnel creative campaigns, ensuring collaboration across Creative Account Management, Creative, and Production teams. Responsibilities include managing project intake, developing schedules, tracking milestones, and maintaining communication throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should have 2–3 years of experience in a creative agency environment and be proficient in tools like Workfront. Success requires high accountability, strong relationship management, and leadership under pressure. The ideal candidate is proactive, a problem-solver, and capable of navigating ambiguity with minimal oversight.

What You'll Do:

• Partner with Creative Account Management on project intake, resource assignment, and opening jobs in Workfront.
• Develop detailed project schedules with input from account, creative, and production teams.
• Update teams on milestones, timeline shifts, and deliverables.
• Drive projects from start to finish, serving as the main contact for project status.
• Support the creative team and assist the creative lead during development.
• Maintain updated project documents in Workfront.
• Lead status meetings and share updates to ensure clarity on milestones and deliverables.
• Identify scheduling or resourcing challenges early and propose solutions.
• Follow up to ensure asset availability and progress towards milestones.
• Coordinate with legal, trademark, and communications teams during development.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional partners and escalate when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years as a Creative Project Manager in an agency or in-house team.
• Experience managing high-volume projects from branding to tactical execution.
• Experience with Workfront or similar project management software preferred.

Behaviors:

• High accountability — owns projects from start to finish.
• Presence & urgency — effective communication with a sense of immediacy.
• Servant leadership — leads teams while understanding creative decision-making boundaries.
• Solutions-oriented — calmly overcomes hurdles.
• Relationship management — maintains strong partner relationships.
• Negotiation skills — manages timelines, feedback, and deliverables effectively.
• Ownership — drives campaigns proactively.
• Ability to operate with limited background info and minimal guidance.

About Walmart Marketing: Named Ad Age's Marketer of the Year in 2022, Walmart Marketing is dedicated to impactful creative and innovation, reaching millions of shoppers daily. Our work spans digital and physical spaces, driven by customer insights and brand strategy. Join us to help people save money and live better.

Benefits & Perks: Competitive pay, incentive awards, 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, PTO, health plans, and more.

Who We Are: Walmart is a Fortune #1 company committed to diversity, sustainability, and community involvement. We empower our employees to do their best work from day one. Learn more at careers.walmart.com.

Additional benefits include health coverage, 401(k), stock options, paid time off, education benefits, and more, depending on employment status and location.

The annual salary range is $96,000 - $186,000, with additional performance bonuses and potential stock options.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Design, Marketing, Creative Writing, Advertising, Fine Arts, or related field, plus 1 year of relevant experience, or 3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Content Management Systems, managing digital creative projects, working with creative agencies, and proficiency in design software like Adobe Creative Suite.

Primary Location: 5404 Jandy Plc, Los Angeles, CA 90066-7006, USA.

Walmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For questions, contact [e-mail].

Other Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Project Management and IT
• Industries: IT Services and Consulting