Creative Project Manager

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.
We’re hiring a Creative Project Manager for an exciting opportunity with a major entertainment client based in New York City!

Are you a strategic thinker with a creative edge and a passion for digital experiences? In this role, you’ll take ownership of dynamic web and digital projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive campaigns from concept through launch. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring a blend of technical know-how and project leadership, this is your chance to make an impact with a leading entertainment brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of web and digital projects—from kickoff through launch.

• Plan, prioritize, and track progress using Asana, maintaining clear dashboards for stakeholders.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, development, UX, marketing, and content.

• Ensure projects meet standards for SEO, WCAG accessibility, and responsive design.

• Support virtual sales event production including asset coordination, scheduling, and vendor management.

• Assist senior leadership with workflow planning, timelines, reporting metrics, and analytics.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Design, UX/UI, Computer Science, Communications, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in digital or web project management.

• Technical Knowledge:

  • Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress).

  • Familiarity with web hosting environments.

  • Skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator).

  • Experience with project management tools (Asana, Jira).

• Additional Skills:

  • Strong business writing and communication skills.

  • Familiarity with UX/UI design tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD).

  • Understanding of digital creative and marketing terminology.

  • Ability to interpret and apply digital analytics (e.g., page views, unique users).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Agile, Scrum, or hybrid project environments.

• Working knowledge of Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics.

• Professional certifications such as PMP or Certified Scrum Master.

Additional Notes

• Entertainment industry experience is not required, but a creative background is essential.

• Please direct all communication to the Creative Workforce Management (CWM) team—do not contact the hiring manager directly.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401(k) Program

• Commuter Benefits

• eLearning & Ongoing Training

• Education Reimbursement

• Eligibility requires a minimum 30-hour workweek and assignment duration of at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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