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CREATIVE PROJECT MANAGER/TRAFFIC MANAGER: CORPORATE COMMS & BRANDING CONSULTANCY

JHB – Gauteng
1 week ago
Remote
Application ends: December 23, 2024
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Deadline date:
December 23, 2024

Job Description


  Previously disadvantaged candidates will be given preference.
 
We have a terrific remote (in Johannesburg) opportunity for a Mid-Senior Creative Project Manager who will also serve as Traffic Manager at a specialist corporate communications and Branding consultancy.
 
As a key team member, you will manage client relationships and take charge of project coordination from start to finish. Your day will involve a mix of client communication (around 30%) and handling the back-end project details for studio briefs. These projects include both digital and print design, such as brochures, logos, posters, infographics, as well as short-form video assignments.
 
This dynamic corporate communications team thrives on creativity and collaboration, with a fresh challenge every day. You’ll work closely with various teams (clients, internal staff, third-party suppliers, and freelancers) on diverse briefs, ensuring smooth, timely, and budget-friendly project completion. The Creative Project Manager/Traffic Manager reports to the Account Manager and Creative Director.
 
We’re looking for a highly organised, creative self-starter with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for visual communication. If this sounds like you, we’d love to chat. Apply today!
 
Please note: This is a remote role, based in Johannesburg, that requires 3 – 4 days per month on-site/in-office.
 
 
Responsibilities
 
Stakeholder Management
 
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for all assigned projects briefed into the studio
    • Liaise with clients on projects, timelines, changes and manage client expectations when required
    • Work with the Account Manager and Creative Director to run projects as briefed
    • Ensure that communication is clear and concise between internal teams and external resources
    • Attend weekly status meetings
    • Coordinate and schedule meetings
    • Lead internal team meetings on project progress or check-ins with the team
    • Create project reports for stakeholders
    • Delegate tasks on the project to internal teams and external resources best positioned to complete them
    • Serve as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy
    • Collaborate and manage internal and external stakeholders as required per project.
 
 
Project Briefing
 
    • Understand project requirements and objectives, developing plans to ensure successful execution and delivery
    • Prioritise and plan timelines for each project and communicate with team members who are responsible for contributing to each project
    • Brief internal teams and partners.
 
 
Project Management
 
    • Create and manage projects within the chosen Project Management tool
    • Work with the Creative Director to optimise workload and assignments across the Creative Team
    • Traffic all creative projects
    • Develop and manage rollout schedules from creative inception to final delivery
    • Manage project execution
    • Manage the campaign review process
    • Coordinate cross-functional teams through meetings and progress measurement.
 
 
Creative Management
 
    • Review and manage the reverts on creative work presented by the internal team
    • Monitor the change and quality of creative output from the Creative Teams
    • Oversee the delivery of brand creative projects
    • Oversee the delivery of creative work from Creative Team – providing feedback and ensuring work remains on brand and on brief
    • Work with the creative team to develop the most appropriate and effective materials to meet brand objectives
    • Manage the approval of all creative in conjunction with the Creative Director
    • Perform quality control on the project throughout development and before the project is released to the Creative Director/Traffic Manager.
 
 
Proposals
 
    • Assist the Creative Director / Account Director with generating costings and quotes for projects
    • Where applicable, assist with the development of presentations for proposals.
 
Various other ad hoc duties as assigned.
 
 
Requirements
The successful candidate must have/be:
 
    • Bachelor’s Degree
    • 3-5 years’ experience working in a creative environment
    • A working knowledge of Adobe Premiere and Adobe Creative Suites and Microsoft office, Dropbox & G-suite
    • Ability to follow & manage Brand guidelines & consistency
    • Team player with internal/external partner relations
    • Ability to work well under pressure, multitask and meet strict deadlines
    • Ability to work well with all levels of staff, partners & suppliers
    • Good communication skills
    • Demonstrate excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
    • Ability to make subjective decisions regarding subject matter and projects
    • Must be based in Johannesburg.
 
 
Should you not receive a response within 10 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 
 
City: Remote in Johannesburg
Level of Expertise: Mid-Senior
Remuneration: Negotiable
Consultant: Michelle
Reference Number: #Mich1647
 
 
 

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