Spectraforce Technologies
Project Manager - Ad Agency
Spectraforce Technologies, Mettawa, Illinois, United States,
Job title
: Project Manager
Location
: Mettawa, IL - Onsite / Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite / 2 Remote
Duration
: 1 year (extension/conversion) based on performance and business needs)
What we are looking for:
5-10 years of advertising agency experience (within the last 3-5 years) in account/client services
1-5 years of pharmaceutical (not healthcare) experience within the agency
No media account managers, no creative department managers, no advertising sales folks
Open to 'strategy' folks but need to have recent account experience.
What are the top skills requirements should this person have?
Seeking someone who can effectively partner with the account manager.
Experience working with project management systems.
Digital experience is a plus.
Capable of keeping projects updated for various business partners.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects.
Seeking someone who can effectively partner with the account manager.
Detail-oriented.
Quick learner, able to take initiative.
Collaborator with ad agency and project management experience.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Able to manage multiple projects with ease.
What are the top 3-5 skills requirements that would be nice to have-but not required?
Digital Experience
Client engagement and facing skills
Print-production experience
Primary Function / Primary Goals / Objectives
The Project Manager works closely with their assigned account manager to help coordinate daily activities and the ongoing relationship with their respective brand teams.
Knowledge / Skills:
Understand company's guidelines including, but not limited to, corporate branding, promotional material development, Veeva PromoMats review and corporate compliance.
Understand the Agency Workflow Process including project initiation and kickoff, collaboration, necessary approvals, production and archiving.
Demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi-task to enhance productivity and manage workload.
Possess ability to work in a high-volume, rapidly paced environment.
Project/Process Management:
Develop and update project timelines from initiation to completion across internal departments
Assist on print, digital and video projects, including trafficking all projects through the Agency.
Help facilitate ongoing, timely and accurate communications to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget.
Track time on a daily basis.
Accountability / Scope
Reports to their assigned company's Ad Agency account manager
Partners with creative team on project initiatives
Adherence to all company-wide financial policies
Qualifications
Bachelor degree required.
5-10 years of ad agency experience required (minimum) within the last 3-5 years, project management experience a plus.
1-5 years of pharmaceutical (not healthcare) experience within the agency.
Excellent communications skills: verbal, presentation, written.
High energy, positive, organized individual who is comfortable in a high-visibility role.
Great collaborator with ability to focus on both the big picture and small details.
: Project Manager
Location
: Mettawa, IL - Onsite / Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite / 2 Remote
Duration
: 1 year (extension/conversion) based on performance and business needs)
What we are looking for:
5-10 years of advertising agency experience (within the last 3-5 years) in account/client services
1-5 years of pharmaceutical (not healthcare) experience within the agency
No media account managers, no creative department managers, no advertising sales folks
Open to 'strategy' folks but need to have recent account experience.
What are the top skills requirements should this person have?
Seeking someone who can effectively partner with the account manager.
Experience working with project management systems.
Digital experience is a plus.
Capable of keeping projects updated for various business partners.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects.
Seeking someone who can effectively partner with the account manager.
Detail-oriented.
Quick learner, able to take initiative.
Collaborator with ad agency and project management experience.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Able to manage multiple projects with ease.
What are the top 3-5 skills requirements that would be nice to have-but not required?
Digital Experience
Client engagement and facing skills
Print-production experience
Primary Function / Primary Goals / Objectives
The Project Manager works closely with their assigned account manager to help coordinate daily activities and the ongoing relationship with their respective brand teams.
Knowledge / Skills:
Understand company's guidelines including, but not limited to, corporate branding, promotional material development, Veeva PromoMats review and corporate compliance.
Understand the Agency Workflow Process including project initiation and kickoff, collaboration, necessary approvals, production and archiving.
Demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multi-task to enhance productivity and manage workload.
Possess ability to work in a high-volume, rapidly paced environment.
Project/Process Management:
Develop and update project timelines from initiation to completion across internal departments
Assist on print, digital and video projects, including trafficking all projects through the Agency.
Help facilitate ongoing, timely and accurate communications to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget.
Track time on a daily basis.
Accountability / Scope
Reports to their assigned company's Ad Agency account manager
Partners with creative team on project initiatives
Adherence to all company-wide financial policies
Qualifications
Bachelor degree required.
5-10 years of ad agency experience required (minimum) within the last 3-5 years, project management experience a plus.
1-5 years of pharmaceutical (not healthcare) experience within the agency.
Excellent communications skills: verbal, presentation, written.
High energy, positive, organized individual who is comfortable in a high-visibility role.
Great collaborator with ability to focus on both the big picture and small details.