Marketing Project Manager

Purpose of the Job/Essential Functions:

The Marketing Project Manager’s role is to manage the planning, execution and finalization of existing and future projects within the appropriate deadlines to increase the general productivity of the organization. This will include coordinating resources and personnel from multiple departments within the organization, specifically deliverables within the Marketing Department, as well as outside partners and contractors to deliver projects on time and with a consistent level of quality. This job will report into the Marketing Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage day to day operations of all Marketing projects; including project immersion, ideation, specification, design, development, and delivery.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects across various departments, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and implement structured project plans, defining clear objectives, deliverables, milestones and reporting metrics.
• Coordinate with Marketing leadership to assign resources, delegate tasks, and optimize team workflows.
• Traffic work for a high volume of projects and deliverables in a fast paced environment.
• Ensure accountability and track progress to maintain project momentum and meet deadlines.
• Establish and monitor project schedules, adjusting as needed to address changes and challenges.
• Manage budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with project goals.
• Act as the primary liaison between creative, marketing, and leadership teams, ensuring seamless information flow.
• Lead cross-departmental meetings to provide updates, clarify expectations, and bridge communication gaps.
• Proactively identify obstacles, conflicts, or scope changes and adjust plans accordingly.
• Work closely with Marketing leadership to resolve challenges, ensure smooth project execution and create a positive feedback system to keep everyone aware of project successes.
• Assess and refine project management tools, workflows, and structures to improve efficiency.
• Analyze project outcomes to identify areas for optimization and implement best practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of project management, producer, or related field experience.
• Demonstrated project management success on technology or digital projects.
• Demonstrated strategic and planning skills.
• Proven fiscal accountability and responsibility on projects
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
• Works well independently, and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects successfully.
• Ability to adhere to timelines and meet deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate with staff from other departments and outside partners to accomplish projects.
• Knowledge of digital design, development, standards, and solutions.
• Knowledge of or proficiency in project management software like Airtable.
• Prior experience with digital marketing agencies or related experience engagement fields is a plus.

This is a full time salaried position. Annual starting salary of $70k.

Austin PBS, KLRU-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin or disability.