Production/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 are excited to partner with our client in their search for a talented Sponsored Production Manager to join their dynamic team. You’ll play a key role in managing innovative AR and video projects from start to finish, ensuring high-quality execution and client satisfaction.

In this role, you’ll oversee a range of sponsored AR and video projects, acting as the lead to ensure projects meet scope and quality standards. You’ll collaborate with both internal teams and external partners to drive successful outcomes, while developing and managing project timelines and client expectations. If you’re passionate about creative solutions, project management, and delivering impactful results, this is a great opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage and deliver sponsored AR and video projects, ensuring timely and high-quality asset delivery.

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and preferred partners for seamless project execution.

• Serve as the primary contact for multiple projects, managing a diverse client base with efficiency and professionalism.

• Develop comprehensive project timelines for ad campaigns and creative strategy initiatives.

• Act as the escalation point for clients and partners, ensuring high standards of communication and deliverables.

• Collaborate with external creative service partners to enhance project outcomes through effective management.

• Expand knowledge of ad products to strengthen partnerships with creative partners across various markets and verticals.

• Oversee client communications, addressing inquiries and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.

• Proactively identify and address challenges, offering creative solutions to ensure project success.

• Align stakeholders on objectives and secure final asset approvals from clients and agency partners.

• Distribute final assets to the account team and relevant parties, ensuring comprehensive project management.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated creative and analytical skills.

• Strong project management capabilities in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

• Proficiency in Keynote, Excel, and G Suite.

• In-depth understanding of new media, technology, and brand developments.

• 3-5 years of experience in production or project management roles.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in the advertising industry.

• Proven ability to manage a high-volume workload with changing priorities.

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401k Program

• Commuter Benefit

• eLearning & Education Reimbursement

• Ongoing Training & Development

To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of the assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.