Aquent Studios x Adobe is a custom-built creative agency partnership that provides scalability with world-class talent to Adobe's in-house studio and web team. This collaboration creates exciting opportunities to work with Aquent Studios and impact millions of customers, showcasing Adobe's products via innovative storytelling and unique visual experiences.Project Managers work with the creative team and functional marketing managers to lead partners through the full cycle of program management. From project initiation to planning to execution, project management ensures that quality work meets all program objectives and is delivered in a timely, cost-effective manner. They manage collaboration by serving as the single point of contact between the creative team and any stakeholders. Project Managers drive the entire creative production process—from consulting on briefs to resourcing (sometimes outsourcing), production, asset delivery, and archiving.REQUIRED SKILLSProject managementManage marketing communications projects across media in a highly matrixed organization, track and report on the creative process, and move the process forward on time, on budget, and most of all, on brand in the Adobe voice. Project Managers guide the team and projects through the entire customer journey across all surfaces and define timing, scope, budgets and resourcing.Clear communicationAs the main contact for internal clients and stakeholders, Project Managers must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to effectively manage stakeholder expectations while simultaneously upholding the vision and standards of the creative team. They work with teams including Campaign, Performance Marketing, and A.com, acting as the source and hub of information for creative teams.Problem-solving abilitySetting appropriate expectations, managing conflict, and tracking resources is challenging. To succeed, Project Managers need strong problem-solving skills and must negotiate deadlines and deliverables with stakeholders, making appropriate resource trade-offs in a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.Artistic sensibilityWhile primarily a project management function, Project Managers should understand Adobe creative standards and vision, and assist in enforcing guidelines and routing questionable materials to creative leaders for review.Technical proficiencyProject management roles require a firm understanding of software programs like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and project management software Workfront.The role of Project Manager encompasses all of the attributes mentioned in the overview, plus:5+ years of experience in a creative agency or related field.Hold a bachelor's degree in business or related field of study.Demonstrate exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.Work both independently and as part of a team.Be personable but firm; able to navigate many types of personalities with easeShow competency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of a project management program Workfront is a plus.Be able to navigate ambiguity and have the resolve to find a path forward without a lot of directionUnderstand file management, transcription, and other administrative procedures.Work well on tight deadlines.Ability to collaborate and facilitate processes—actively contribute to the effectiveness of the team.Assist other Project Managers and provide administrative support.Create and monitor project schedules and calendars in Workfront and ensure deadlines are met.Schedule meetings/calls and record notes in each meeting.Track and communicate project status with internal and cross-functional teams.Organize, attend, and participate in stakeholder meetings.Document and follow up on important actions and decisions from meetings.Work with creative team leads to assign projects, communicate progress to team members and other stakeholders, and manage project budgets.Compensation Range: $90 -107K(DOE)The range provided is our reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location.Client Description Aquent Studios is a global creative studio that delivers scale, speed and efficiency to the world's most recognized brands. We create the work that matters the most to them—work that has a real impact on their business. As an Aquent Studio team member, you'll have the opportunity to engage with the largest and most influential companies in the world, solving design challenges and extending their brands across tactic types and platforms, including digital design, UI/UX, video, motion, content, print design, web development, and more. If you want to do work that matters in a collaborative setting that values ingenuity and personal growth, you have found the right place!#J-18808-Ljbffr
