Project Director (Advertising)

We are currently looking for a Project Director to be a part of our fast-paced, collaborative, digital agency. Who are you?Highly organized, highly motivated, goal and detail-oriented self starter who is passionate and experienced in all aspects of agency project management as it relates specifically to social and digital. You understand and can advise senior leaders on how to develop and implement appropriate portfolio processes and operations.

Your experience is inclusive, but not limited to highly produced digital videos, highly produced social content, large websites & digital experiences, and other complex projects. You are someone who is all about hustle, flexibility, and someone who is a strong leader up for a challenge. You are able to partner closely with both the agency SVP as well as client leads to manage a portfolio of brands, as well as manage, grow, and lead the team of Project Managers assigned to those brands.Portfolio ManagementServe as senior lead on large-scale portfolios of businesses, partnering with SVP/VPs, and Group Creative Directors regularly on business priorities and portfolio-specific processes,Partner with Client Service leads and FinOps director to define and monitor the overall portfolio approach, deliverables, staffing plans and agency fees.Understand each client engagement and context, including business objectives and priorities.Serve as a key lead on all aspects of project and retainer financials within a portfolio - ensuring proper processes, tracking methods and escalations are being adhered toPartner with CS & FinOps leads in retainer scopes, procurement requirements, and larger business planning with clientsTeam ManagementMentor and train Project Managers to ensure optimal team dynamics and individual career growthProvide a pivotal communication, escalation, and negotiation point to the team.Support VP in developing, vetting and implementing process and training initiatives for department staffProcess ManagementResponsible for the operation, customization and improvement of team processes necessary for each portfolio’s business needsWork with other senior department leads to maximize operational efficiencies and define processes on the team, project and portfolio levelsNurture cross-functional agency relationships and be the ultimate problem solver to deliver work to ClientsProject ManagementProvide strategic program planning and oversight on a variety of marketing and advertising work, including brand creative, websites & digital experiences, social content, digital videos, events, etcReview budgets, project plans, and SOWs with an understanding of best practices, potential third-party capabilities, time requirements, and broader portfolio business objectivesWork with PMs, department leads, and FinOps to assemble the best integrated teams for each assignment.New Client PlanningLead client discovery and scoping with CS partnerDevelop budget, staff plan, and related contractsAlign key internal and client stakeholders on onboarding process and key ways of workingThe ideal candidate has:10+ years of post-college experience, including direct experience within an agency environment in a project management capacityStrong ability to partner across departments, including Client Service, Strategy, Creative, Production, Media, Tech, Ecomm, etc.A cool, calm and collected approach to problem solvingUnderstanding of, and experience executing, projects that adhere to platform guidelines, legal considerations, advertising regulations and social/digital best practicesStrong communication skillsAbility to work both independently, and as a part of a teamAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environmentDemonstrated experience in and passion for team leadership, mentorship, and development of junior talent