Creative Project/Special Project Coordinator Job at Nitrous Effec...
Nitrous Effect - St Louis, MO, United States
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CPG Agency is looking for an experienced Creative Project/Special Projects Coordinator to join our growing team.
The successful candidate will be experienced in project management and be accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment with a demanding roster of internal and external clients. Responsiveness, accuracy, and diplomacy are a must. Flexibility and strong communication and organization skills are required. This person needs to enjoy a fun but sometimes intense environment where priorities can shift quickly.
Based in St. Louis, CPG is an award-winning experiential agency. We design and execute high-end experiences for our corporate clients requiring a broad range of creative deliverables including print, video, and digital assets. The agency belongs to the Nitrous Effect, a collective of strategic agencies. This role will work closely with CPG and its clients as well as with the CEO of CPG and the Nitrous Effect.
This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Creative Services & Business Operations Manager.
Creative Project/Special Projects Coordinator
The Creative Project/Special Projects Coordinator has a twofold responsibility within the Agency. First, as the Creative Project Coordinator, this person is responsible for overseeing key creative projects, collaborating with all departments within the Agency. Second, as the Special Projects Manager, this person is responsible for facilitating the CEO's vision across the portfolio companies. This dual role is planned as a 50/50 split, but could shift focus as required by project needs.
Creative Projects Coordinator
This position oversees deliverables for key creative projects for our clients.
Responsibilities include:
- Collaborate with those requesting creative work to clarify project parameters, deliverables, timelines, and budgets before assigning tasks and resources.
- Monitor work to ensure deadlines are met, including internal reviews, client proofing, and final delivery.
- Ensure deliverables adhere to client brand guidelines and requirements.
- Oversee all proofing of deliverables, verifying that changes are accurately implemented in each round.
- Ensure the creative workflow process is followed for all work submissions and proofing within the Workamajig project management tool.
- Meet regularly with the Director of Creative Services/Business Operations Manager to proactively address any challenges that may impact deadlines.
- Maintain awareness of current and upcoming projects and business development activities as they relate to resource allocation and creative capacity planning.
- Collaborate with the Creative Services/Business Operations Manager to assess resource needs.
This role facilitates the CEO's vision across the Nitrous Effect portfolio companies through strategic execution, relationship building, professional interactions, project management, and problem-solving.
Responsibilities include:
- Maintain consistent communication with the CEO through regular and ad-hoc meetings, managing a dynamic master schedule of CEO project priorities and tasks.
- Stay informed about current and upcoming CEO projects and business activities, particularly regarding resource allocation and execution.
- Ensure the CEO is aware of and focused on priority items.
- Assist in completing priority items for the CEO to a high standard, as needed.
- Perform organizational tasks such as scheduling meetings, managing priority lists, tracking communication outreach, and drafting correspondence for the CEO, if needed.
Success in this role includes working knowledge and experience in the following areas:
- Project Management: Experience with budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Organization & Multitasking: Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Time Management: Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines.
- Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Software Proficiency: Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Visual Design Understanding: Familiarity with design concepts and techniques (file formats, sizes, management, print preparation).
- Project Management Software: Experience with Workamajig or similar software is a plus.
At CPG we believe that a workplace built on respect, opportunity and belonging is essential to our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Our dedication to cultivating a dynamic culture welcoming to all, extends across all aspects of business practices. Join us in our mission to create a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and make a meaningful impact.