BlackDog Advertising is looking for an experienced full-time Project Manager to create and execute workflows and to track and assign client projects to our creative team. Ideal candidates will have experience working within an advertising or marketing agency and a strong ability to work on numerous projects for multiple client accounts on a daily basis.
About BlackDog AdvertisingIntroducing travel brands to the World since 1989
BlackDog Advertising is a full-service travel marketing agency working exclusively with growth-oriented Tour, Attraction, Adventure & Leisure clients to attract more guests and increase ticket revenue.
A rare breed
We gotta admit that working with travel brands in the United States & Europe is a pretty great gig. But behind all the fun is a seriously talented team we call “BlackDoggers.” Being fearless and working at the highest levels isn’t for everyone—but those who are self-starters, possess superior problem-solving skills, and have an entrepreneurial spirit will find that their career at BlackDog just may be their forever home.
If this sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you!
Looking for Candidates with the Following Attributes & Skill Sets:
5+ years of project management experience within a Digital Advertising/Marketing agency
Strong working knowledge of digital creative and social media creative
Team player willing to support other team members with work overflow
Candidate must have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and work well within a team environment
Duties and Responsibilities
Daily coordination with Creatives, Account Managers, Project Managers, and other staff members to determine the status and obstacles of all projects
Assists Creatives, Account Managers, and Project Managers with creation, implementation, and ongoing management of both new and existing internal processes to improve overall productivity and workflows
Uses problem-solving and interpersonal skills to track down project details, changes, and revisions, resolve issues, and locate missing information to provide clear direction to the creative staff
Monitor design time tracking and project due dates
Coordinate with designers, Creatives, Account Managers, and Project Managers to ensure production workflow & deadlines for internal proofs, external proofs & publication due dates are met
Help the design team to continue using the brand guidelines on each project to create continuity and keep budgets in order; review work to confirm basic needs of artwork (branding, specs, CTAs, provided assets, links) are executed correctly and as requested by Clients, Directors, Project Managers, Traffic, Design, Digital Marketing, and Copywriting teams to ensure client work is executed properly, timely, and to the required specifications
Communicate and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on budget and in a timely manner
Assist in maintaining high levels of client satisfaction through effective communication with internal teams and with clients regarding project details and status
Must Haves:
5+ years of experience after graduation, working in client services and/or project management within an advertising agency
Strong ability to work on numerous projects for multiple client accounts on a daily basis
High attention to detail
Self-starter; effective in managing projects from the ground up
Detail-oriented and deadline-focused
Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written
Strong organizational and managerial skills
Customer service-oriented
Strong interpersonal skills to communicate & work effectively with multiple teams
Software Knowledge
Proficient in Mac operating system
Proficiency in Google Drive suite (Sheets, Docs, etc.) is preferred
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Sprout, and/or similar software programs is preferred
Knowledge of Workamajig is a plus
Education
Bachelor's degree in advertising, marketing, business, or related field or comparable professional experience
Some Perks of Working with Us:
Paid Holidays, Vacation & Personal Days that increase each year
Medical/Dental/Vision/STD/LTD, Life, AD&D Insurance Plans with top carriers
Fully remote workplace with a collaborative team
401k & Profit-sharing retirement plan with annual distributions (eligible after one year)
Company lunches, happy hours & events—both virtual and in-person
Opportunities for career growth and development
Working with a team of smart, high-achieving, dedicated professionals in a friendly environment
We work hard to support our clients and each other
Position Details:Full-time Remote Position
Hours: 9 am – 6 pm EST, Monday – Friday
Salary Range: 55K -75K
Please Submit the Following:Resume
Link to Portfolio or Work Samples (if applicable)
Salary Requirements
Qualified candidates may be asked to take a short online assessment.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the US.
Want to Know More?
Please visit blackdogadvertising.com or our Instagram page @blackdogad to get a feel for the kind of work we do and the team we are!