Sr. Project Manager (Temp to Perm)

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About the position

Known is looking for a seasoned Sr. Project Manager to join the Studios practice, working with clients spanning consumer and entertainment brands. A Sr. Project Manager sets clear standards and guidelines for their work to ensure that all projects they and their team deliver are on strategy, on time and on budget. A quality Project Manager will have exceptionally strong communication, and project management skills. They must bring a “can do” attitude, fast problem solving skills, and a hands on workstyle to ensure the success of their designated projects. Please Note: This is a temp-to-perm position. Candidates based in Los Angeles or New York City are preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop project budgets and staffing plans that meet client needs and preserve margins.
  • Manage 360 campaigns and projects, inclusive of AV, Digital, Social, Print, OOH, Live Action and Experiential, throughout the lifecycle of the project.
  • Act as a point of contact for client across workstreams in coordination with Account Management.
  • Flag inconsistencies/issues with project feasibility and profitability when applicable.
  • Solicit input from cross-functional leads to define, document, train and maintain best practices for project management tools.
  • Assign staff to projects in conjunction with resource management and creative leadership.
  • Work with Creative Operations leadership to develop best practices and processes for frequent and early communication of contingent staffing needs across projects.
  • Ideal candidates will have experience leading integrated projects inclusive of experiential client activations

Requirements

  • You have experience managing the delivery of best in class 360 campaigns for industry leading companies (including AV, Digital, Social, Print, OOH, Live Action and Experiential).
  • You possess an exceptional ability to manage long-term, multi-million dollar engagements and multiple project tracks with a firm command of project management processes and methodologies. Likewise, you are experienced in managing quick, nimble, short-term engagements with smaller, more multi-disciplinary teams.
  • You have a deep understanding of 360 campaign and production lifecycles, ideally across both Entertainment Marketing and Consumer Brands clients.
  • You have an expert knowledge of spreadsheets and Google slides.
  • You have superb time management skills and are especially strong with calendar prioritization.
  • You have a practiced ability to deliver concise, clear communications.
  • 5-7+ years of integrated agency experience in a fast paced environment.

Benefits

  • Unlimited paid time off
  • 401k with company matching and no vesting period
  • Generous medical plan
  • Paid parental leave
  • Company-wide events and retreats
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