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Aquent

Project Manager (video)

Aquent, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


remote -- Mountain or Pacific Time Zone preferred

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.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 MANAGER, VIDEO (DX)We’re looking for a mid-level

Project Manager, preferably with experience working in video production , to join the Aquent Studios x Adobe team to ensure that the work produced is high quality, meets all program objectives, and is delivered in a timely, cost-effective manner. The ideal person will be very video savvy and able to demonstrate a deep understanding of creative project management principles and best practices. They will work closely with the Lead & Sr. Project Manager, Creative Directors, and functional marketing managers to shepherd projects through the full cycle of program management — from initiation and planning to execution. This Project Manager will ensure video projects meet all program objectives and are 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), preparing project schedules, managing projects through asset delivery, and archiving.What you need to succeed:In-depth knowledge within a discipline:

Must demonstrate solid working experience and a firm understanding of the functioning of an in-house creative team or agency.5-7 years of direct creative project management experience within a corporate tech marketing organization or creative ad agency.Experience working in a video production or similar environment; ability to demonstrate a solid understanding of

video production process .Understanding of the creative process, from initial objective-setting to creative concepting, design, and production.Ability to manage projects and teams in a highly matrixed organization.Manage multiple marketing communications projects, tracking and reporting on progress and status.Negotiate and own the schedule, budget, and resource-planning to ensure the Studio team is set for success.Ability to discern and identify within project requests those that are business priorities for the studio (vs not) to then carry out.Build relationships and work closely with partners to understand their needs and priorities, clarify objectives, and clearly communicate plans.Ability to manage outside partner relationships and steer communications with prominent stakeholders.Proactively identify potential issues and problem solve with the extended team, while keeping all parties informed and tracking.Confidence to set firm boundaries with stakeholders and drive the work.Identify roles and responsibilities at project outset, to clearly understand and set expectations, while also ensuring a streamlined and efficient program delivery.Foster a collaborative environment and promote team harmony.Act resourcefully and work independently with attention to detail.Manage open-ended, ambiguous, or ill-defined projects.Skilled in usage of Microsoft Office and project management software, such as Workfront.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing tasks and meeting timelines.Active participation and Studio advocacy:

Collaborate with the marketing teams as a key contributor and proponent for effective communications to the target audience. Proactively identify issues, actively involve others, and propose solutions. Successfully juggle priorities. Show eagerness to broaden skills and improve. Leverage the knowledge of others, working closely with the broader Studio team. Willingly answer questions within the team and offer help. Receive, weigh, and integrate diverse feedback from a multi-disciplinary team. Take ownership for asset management. Manage creative process and workflow from creative brief submission to release of digital assets.Strong presentation and communication skills:

Explain the rationale for Studio work to others within the Studio and outside the team. Utilize strong written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail, to promote collaborative partnerships and successful program delivery.Required Skills:Project management—Manage 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.Clear communication—As the account manager 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 Adobe Studio.Problem-solving ability—Setting appropriate expectations, managing conflict, and tracking resources is challenging. To succeed, Project Managers need strong problem-solving skills and must negotiate deadlines with stakeholders, making appropriate resource trade-offs in a fast-moving and ever-changing environment.Artistic sensibility—While studio management is 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 Directors for review.Technical proficiency—Studio management roles require a firm understanding of software programs like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as project management software like Workfront.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!Other Requirements

Compensation Range: $95 – 105K (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.

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