Responsibilities• Assess all incoming project requests and appropriately schedule and coordinate incoming projects• Assign projects to designers based on skill sets, timing and workload• Host creative briefs that capture the business challenge• Vet project scope, scale, resource requirements• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Visual Services Department Managers• Assertively negotiate deadlines escalating to Visual Services Department Managers when appropriate• Look for and define project, timing, request trends within Visual Services team• Communicate effectively and consistently with stakeholders on project development• Stay on top of industry trends and forecast, bringing innovate experiences• Maintain Visual Services project management tools, pulling data and providing detailed reports• Establish workflow consistency and workload balance across Visual Services• Participate in client calls and meetings• Performing other duties as assigned or requiredRequired Background▪ Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in graphics design, project management, marketing, or related field preferred▪ 3+ years of experience in a Professional services environment/ Design start-ups/ Design Agencies.▪ Strong project management skills and experience with relevant tools and methodologies▪ Excellent knowledge of print, digital, video, presentations, etc.▪ Deep knowledge of graphic design and design studio workflow processes▪ Advanced workflow management skills▪ Significant creative brief experience Skills ▪Your excellent interpersonal skills allow you to work with seniors and peers▪ You’re able to handle customer/stakeholder expectations handling stressful situations with poise, understanding and tact▪ You’re good at providing input on processes and operating models▪ With your problem-solving skills, you’re able to work in a fast-paced, team- and client-oriented environment▪ Have strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to clearly articulate ideas effectively under stressful circumstances▪ You have solid public speaking and presentations skills▪ You have a strong affinity for technology and keep up with current trends in traditional and new media (augmented/virtual reality, social media, etc.)▪ Required excellent collaboration skills, a solution-based attitude, and the ability to work with people with diverse skills and backgrounds.
Job Title
Project Management Specialist (Design Background) - Senior Associate