Project Manager, Content & Creative Studio

Job Overview:At the IRC, we have an exciting opportunity for a motivated creative Project Manager to join our team in New York, NY or remote. As a Project Manager on the Content & Creative Studio, you will have the opportunity to lead and successfully complete impactful creative projects and campaigns. You will play a vital role in coordinating and improving project management processes, ensuring the smooth implementation of our initiatives.

Your role will involve working with a diverse range of collaborators and third-party vendors, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. You will be responsible for leading projects from start to finish, ensuring timely, well-executed delivery within the specified scope and budget.

Major Responsibilities: 

Creative Project Management:

• Field, evaluate, and quickly respond to project requests, defining resource requirements and negotiating assignments with functional managers.
• Ensure project feasibility and manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs.
• Develop detailed project plans to track progress and oversee projects from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with collaborators at all levels to lead kickoff meetings, project reviews, and ongoing updates.
• Collaborate with various team members to assess needs in stakeholder meetings.
• Provide knowledgeable, professional, and efficient support to various internal collaborators.
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.

Maintain and optimize coordinated project management processes:

• Standardize project management templates and tools to streamline workflow and improve efficiency across teams.
• Continuously analyze project data and performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Establish and enforce best practices for project documentation, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for all team members.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to suggest and implement process enhancements.
• Leverage project management software to automate repetitive tasks and improve project tracking and reporting capabilities.

Operations Support:

• Create and maintain tools for supporting project management needs, including resource pages, folders, meeting scheduling, and note-taking.
• Ensure key processes are updated and maintained, supporting necessary trainings.
• Provide emergency backfill support as needed.
• Ensure vendor payments and contracts are addressed comprehensively, timely, and accurately.

Job Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in project management, account management, or creative production for Marketing/Communications.
• Outstanding organizational skills, including the ability to work effectively under pressure within time-sensitive situations.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, including the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and social skills; ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative team.
• Solid understanding of project management methodology, including the ability to develop detailed project plans, budgets, and status reports.
• Proficiency with Project Management Software/Work platforms.
• Experience with coordinated creative workflows.
• Knowledge of video, design, and copywriting/editing processes.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel and budgeting documents.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to manage and work through change in a proactive and positive manner.

Preferred experience & skills: 

• Familiarity with marketing/fundraising campaigns.
• Experience with non-profit and international contexts.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite.
• PMP Certification.

Source: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/job/req54771/Project-Manager-Content-Creative-Studio