Creative Resource 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 seeking a Creative Resource Manager for a remote opportunity with our client. This is a Temp to Perm position where you’ll take the lead in managing the full lifecycle of creative staffing. You'll oversee freelance pipelines, evaluate and place top-tier talent across diverse projects, and ensure seamless integration of internal and external resources—all while maintaining the highest standard of creative excellence.

There is no application deadline for this role.

Creative Resource Manager Responsibilities:

• Proactively identify and engage with exceptional freelance talent worldwide.

• Delve into innovative experiential work and trace it back to its creators.

• Assess portfolios for creative quality, cultural fit, and technical prowess.

• Collaborate with Creative Leadership to define roles, budgets, and resource alignment.

• Maintain a comprehensive, searchable freelancer database across disciplines such as art direction, motion, 3D, and creative strategy.

• Cultivate long-term relationships to encourage repeat collaborations.

• Monitor team availability, allocate resources efficiently, and optimize staffing between internal and freelance teams.

• Develop a smooth, candidate-friendly onboarding process.

• Uphold company values and standards in every interaction.

Creative Resource Manager Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in creative staffing or resource management within the experiential or agency sectors.

• Strong talent-scouting abilities with a knack for linking portfolios to successful outcomes.

• Expertise in managing cross-functional pipelines and handling multiple staffing needs simultaneously.

• Proficiency in negotiating rates, scopes, and terms for freelance engagements.

• Technical proficiency in Google Workspace and Slack.

• Familiarity with experiential team structures and creative workflows.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting 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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