VML
Creative Resource Manager
VML, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Who We Are:
At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.
Where you Shine
The Resource Management function is the connective tissues across the department. They are passionate about building highly effective teams, and creating an environment where people come to do their best work. Their focus is to ensure the right talent is working on the right project, in service of creating world class experiences for our clients. This is all achieved by balancing the priorities of the business alongside the career aspirations of the creatives, in a very dynamic landscape.ResponsibilitiesDevelops relationships with talent at all levels and works as trusted partner to departmental leadership, making staffing recommendations based on skillset and career aspirations, not just availability• Maintains knowledge of current and upcoming projects across the agency, building strong relationships with client engagement, Operations, Delivery and new business teams• Has a pulse on the overall health and happiness of the department, ensuring any talent concerns are escalated to leadership through the appropriate channels• Alerts capability leads of any potential concerns or issues in meeting key client deliverables due to resourcing and makes recommendations to resolve• Leads weekly resourcing meetings, to ensure talent is properly utilized and works to resolve any conflicts or balance workloads.• When internal options have been exhausted, submits request to vet in VML network.• If network options not available, identifies needs for freelance talent, creates the business case to hire and works with TA to secure the proper temporary support.• Partners with operations to review monthly utilization reports and share insights and action plan with leadership• Works with the Talent Acquisition & Human Resources teams to on-board department new hires and freelancers• Works with project management functions to ensure internal resourcing platforms are maintained• Overall focus on optimizing talent in balance with constant changes to organizational priorities• Understands and maintains a knowledge database of team skillsets and career ambitions to be able to properly assign resources and retain top talent• Is actively working to maintain a balance between agency margin goals, employee's ability to do their best work all while being a profitable organization• Actively work with department leads and HR to ensure mobility of talent within the agency and network• Proactively strategize department staffing needs, identifying peaks/valleys, core competency gaps/redundancies based on client forecasts and trends• Continuously strategizes new ideas for process improvements and better ways to foster a connected and inclusive creative department cultureSkills & Experience5+ years of resource management experience in advertising/marketing industryFirm grasp of the processes within an agency environment and a love of creating order in the chaosDeep understanding of the functional skills and responsibilities of various departmental rolesExcellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to motivate and influence across all levels of seniorityComfortable working in an environment of constant change and doing so with a positive attitudeProactive and confident in prioritizing competing demands in a fast-paced environmentMaintains RM tools in accordance with VML evolution as well as Monday.com
VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.
The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.
$45,000-$90,000 USD
At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization-creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers-who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.
VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.
Where you Shine
The Resource Management function is the connective tissues across the department. They are passionate about building highly effective teams, and creating an environment where people come to do their best work. Their focus is to ensure the right talent is working on the right project, in service of creating world class experiences for our clients. This is all achieved by balancing the priorities of the business alongside the career aspirations of the creatives, in a very dynamic landscape.ResponsibilitiesDevelops relationships with talent at all levels and works as trusted partner to departmental leadership, making staffing recommendations based on skillset and career aspirations, not just availability• Maintains knowledge of current and upcoming projects across the agency, building strong relationships with client engagement, Operations, Delivery and new business teams• Has a pulse on the overall health and happiness of the department, ensuring any talent concerns are escalated to leadership through the appropriate channels• Alerts capability leads of any potential concerns or issues in meeting key client deliverables due to resourcing and makes recommendations to resolve• Leads weekly resourcing meetings, to ensure talent is properly utilized and works to resolve any conflicts or balance workloads.• When internal options have been exhausted, submits request to vet in VML network.• If network options not available, identifies needs for freelance talent, creates the business case to hire and works with TA to secure the proper temporary support.• Partners with operations to review monthly utilization reports and share insights and action plan with leadership• Works with the Talent Acquisition & Human Resources teams to on-board department new hires and freelancers• Works with project management functions to ensure internal resourcing platforms are maintained• Overall focus on optimizing talent in balance with constant changes to organizational priorities• Understands and maintains a knowledge database of team skillsets and career ambitions to be able to properly assign resources and retain top talent• Is actively working to maintain a balance between agency margin goals, employee's ability to do their best work all while being a profitable organization• Actively work with department leads and HR to ensure mobility of talent within the agency and network• Proactively strategize department staffing needs, identifying peaks/valleys, core competency gaps/redundancies based on client forecasts and trends• Continuously strategizes new ideas for process improvements and better ways to foster a connected and inclusive creative department cultureSkills & Experience5+ years of resource management experience in advertising/marketing industryFirm grasp of the processes within an agency environment and a love of creating order in the chaosDeep understanding of the functional skills and responsibilities of various departmental rolesExcellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to motivate and influence across all levels of seniorityComfortable working in an environment of constant change and doing so with a positive attitudeProactive and confident in prioritizing competing demands in a fast-paced environmentMaintains RM tools in accordance with VML evolution as well as Monday.com
VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.
The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.
$45,000-$90,000 USD
At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization-creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers-who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.
VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.