Project Manager

Job Description

We seek a highly organized and proactive Project Manager to join our dynamic team at our advertising agency. This individual will manage the end-to-end execution of client projects and advertising campaigns, ensuring that all deliverables are met on time, within scope, and within budget. The Project Manager will be the key liaison between clients, creative teams, and other departments to maintain smooth communication and workflow throughout the project lifecycle.

Position requires physical presence in office (client or agency) 1-2 times a week in average and might involve travel to the English Caribbean once per quarter (2-3 days each time).

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Coordination:
• Lead campaign development and deliverables in collaboration with clients and internal teams.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Ensure all necessary resources (creative, production, and media) are allocated and available for the project’s success.
• Track project timelines to ensure all deadlines are met and deliverables are completed on time.
• Proactively identify and mitigate any potential project delays
• Client Relationship Management:
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, ensuring all expectations are understood and managed.
• Provide regular updates on project status, including progress, delays, and potential risks.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, responding promptly to inquiries and feedback.
• Execution & Delivery:
• Oversee the day-to-day development and execution of advertising campaigns, including digital, print, and social media elements.
• Manage internal teams (designers, copywriters, strategists, media planners, etc.) to ensure timely delivery of creative assets and campaign elements.
• Ensure all work aligns with client goals, brand guidelines, and campaign strategy.
• Quality Control & Problem-Solving:
• Review creative and campaign outputs for quality, accuracy, and alignment with client expectations before final delivery.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide solutions when challenges arise during the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all client feedback is integrated into the final deliverables in a timely and professional manner.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience:
• 3 years of experience in project management, preferably within an advertising or marketing agency.
• Experience managing campaigns across multiple platforms (digital, social, print, etc.).
• Native or Near native fluency in English (written and spoken)
• Good command of Spanish (must be able to understand it well, not necessarily speak it fluently or write it flawlessly)
• Skills:
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, Monday.com, etc.).
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Attributes:
• Highly collaborative, adaptable, and client-focused.
• Able to handle pressure and tight deadlines effectively.
• Able to work on a very fast-paced environment
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently.
  

McCann Worldgroup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.