Producer (project manager)

Producer (project manager)

Posting Number: R0003483
Location: Salem Campus

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Position Summary:
Reporting to the VP for Marketing and Communication, the Producer will be responsible for the entire project life cycle of multi-channel advertising creative production. Supervising the day-to-day operations of Willamette University's marketing function, this individual will own the timelines, scopes, scheduling, resourcing and documentation of multi-layered marketing campaigns across all colleges and campuses. Candidates must be able to work independently to help Marcom turn their creative strategies into fully developed traditional and digital ad campaigns

Aside from project management, the successful candidate will be the primary point of contact for internal offices, departments and organizations ensuring that Willamette delivers great work that aligns with the office's goals and the goals and brand strategy of the university.

This person will also work closely with cross-functional team members to propose solutions, anticipate needs and maintain transparency across internal communication channels to guarantee the success of all creative projects.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
JOB DUTIES:

• Manage the complete project timeline: brief intake, pricing / scoping, establishing timelines and expectations, routing and digesting feedback
  
• Improve workflows to help the team work more efficiently
  
• Implement and oversee project management tools
  
• Keep constant communication with the key stakeholders about deadlines, deliverables and feedback rounds
  
• Be accountable for the budget and the financial health of all projects
  
• Source and manage freelancers and other partners to scale our production capabilities
  
• Vendor management and coordination of digital, broadcast, print, social communications schedules of outside vendors
  
• Serve as an internal point of contact on marketing campaigns
  
• Evaluate new projects
  
• Oversee work schedules for department staff
  
• Manage departmental accounting and assist with budgeting
  
• Proofread and coordinates proofreading of all copy, proofs and artwork
  
• Assist with the execution of campaign tactics from digital to print media
  
• Assist with analytics and reporting
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of experience as a Producer, Project Manager or Operations Manager within a studio team at an ad agency, digital agency, or in-house marketing team
  
• Superior organization, problem solving, and written and verbal communication skills
  
• Strong knowledge of technology including Google Suite and project management software
  
• Experience managing the work of others
  
• Flexibility and the ability to pivot
  
• Experience in aiding the development and execution of multiple complex projects and meeting tight deadlines
  
• Knowledge of traditional and digital media advertising, including all ad formats and placements
  
• Experience in communicating with customers about the status of the projects, sending reports and handling the feedback loop
  
• Cross-functional mindset and experience in working with multidisciplinary teams
  
• Have experience working with a pool of freelancers and reputable contacts
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
  
• Experience in higher education marketing
  
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite, Cascade CMS, Slate, and Sprout Social
  

Typical Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

Typical work performed indoors in a normal office environment

Large percentage of time spent looking at a computer screen or in meetings

Salary Range:

$90,000 -- $100,000 per year, dependent on experience

Applications will be reviewed beginning April 1, 2021

All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

You will need to upload the following documents as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section labeled Resume:

• Cover letter addressing the required/desired qualifications and presenting any other applicant characteristics which deserve emphasis
  
• Current Resume
  
• List of references, 3 minimum
  

​Incomplete applications will not be considered.


Apply online at https://willamette.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/willametteuniversityjobs/job/Salem-Campus/Producer_R0003483

Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

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