Senior Project Manager (temporary)

Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized independent professional for a temporary Sr. Producer role within Monks (2 months).  You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth execution of  various campaigns including the production of various digital assets. Your primary focus will be managing the team within MediaMonks to produce the work as well as the client-facing lead. Our ideal candidate is a fast and flexible go-getter who jumps on new opportunities, with a natural aptitude for collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the execution of a high volume of mid-funnel and on-site assets, including static digital, DOOH, OOH, and OLVs, with the creative and production team at MediaMonks.
• Establish project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation to align with campaign goals and objectives.
• Create and manage project schedules, milestones, and budgets for timely and cost-effective delivery of creative assets.
• Partner closely with client teams to coordinate the review and approval process for creative assets, ensuring brand compliance and obtaining necessary approvals.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies for successful project completion.
• Lead production efforts to ensure timely and expectations-exceeding delivery.
• Bring in-house talent together and ensure high-quality work.
• Scope and quote projects, as well as plan production work with realistic targets and deadlines.
• Manage the end-to-end project life cycle from client briefing to delivery.
• Proactively communicate updates on changing project priorities, timelines, and deliverables across teams. 
• Plan ahead and manage resources efficiently on a day-to-day and hour-to-hour basis.
• Act as a taskmaster, defining and communicating milestones across teams.
• Provide quality control and review deliverables prepared by the team.
• Manage the trafficking of creative for client review and feedback.
• Track project changes and their impact on cost and timeframe.
• Review project hours burn reports for accuracy and risks.
• Support strategies for risk mitigation and contingency planning.
• Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Serve as the main lead client point-of-contact on all projects.
• Collaborate with Account Management to escalate client issues and mitigate risk.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to the creative team for their success.
• Ensure stakeholder satisfaction and evaluate project performance with the support of Account Management.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding and experience in mass brand advertising campaigns across various mediums.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Keen attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality creative assets while ensuring brand compliance.
• Comfortable managing a wide range of projects across different time zones.
• In-depth knowledge of the digital advertising and production industry, understanding the current needs of agencies and brands.
• Ability to develop client relationships and work-streams that extend beyond individual projects.
• Quick learner and driven to succeed, with a natural ability to motivate and collaborate with people globally.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building strong relationships with internal and external teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software for tracking project progress, timelines, and budgets.
• Independent and proactive worker, taking ownership of projects and driving them to successful completion.
• Hands-on experience producing high-end work and a deep understanding of the creative process.
• Experienced in engaging new projects, managing business relationships, and developing partnerships.
• Ability to handle high-stakes accounts and propose strategic next steps.
• Understanding of digital business objectives and the ability to quickly grasp project challenges and goals.
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while delivering outstanding results.
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional organizational skills, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident in communicating with individuals at all levels within the organization.
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Proactive and positive attitude is essential.
• Digital experience is a requirement; candidates with solely entertainment or film backgrounds will not be considered.
• Nice to have: Strong knowledge of Figma