Freelance Senior Project Manager

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A Hybrid working model

We believe the best work happens when we''re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That''s why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a Senior Project Manager do at WPP Production?

We are seeking a Freelance Senior Project Manager that can join our New York team onsite (hybrid) immediately and would be open to Temp to Perm.

Senior Project Managers own the end-to-end project management of projects. This role will focus on a major Global CPG client. They are responsible for delivering a completed project on time, on specification, and on budget. Senior Project Managers must demonstrate a good understanding of project management tools and best-practice methodology, and the flexibility to lead a diverse and dynamic team to deliver balanced integrated solutions. The project manager is everyone''s point person for the project. Team members rely on them for everything they need to know about a project: what to expect, what to do next, and to find out where they need to be. Senior Project Managers relay information about timing, scope, budgets, resources, and changes to the project plan. The successful candidate will use their superior problem-solving skills and have a desire to learn. They will have a passion for production, as well as marketing and advertising.

In this role, the Senior Project Manager is responsible for both hands-on project execution and leading high-volume primary production initiatives across various lines of business and stakeholders. Your primary mission will be to develop strong working relationships with internal teams and agency partners to plan, document, execute, and deliver diverse primary production projects adhering to strict schedules and budgets. This includes managing multiple projects concurrently and effectively guiding all involved teams through the comprehensive content production process.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as an internal and external source of expertise in high-volume primary production, responding swiftly and concisely to all inquiries.
• Manage and optimize internal workflows to ensure and increase productivity across all primary projects.
• Oversee project execution, including scope management, briefing, and progress tracking for all primary assets from initiation to completion.
• Prepare and manage comprehensive project closing documentation.
• Conduct weekly status meetings with all project stakeholders, both client-side and internal teams, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Effectively communicate all project aspects, from daily status updates to potential blockers and resolutions, proactively addressing challenges.
• Lead and pioneer the optimization of processes for the efficient and scalable delivery of high-volume digital and print content projects.
• Demonstrate considerable experience delivering high-volume content projects from start to finish.
• Exhibit an entrepreneurial spirit and proactiveness in taking full ownership of projects and responsibilities.
• Create clear, concise, and comprehensive production briefs for offshore teams to ensure accurate direction and communication for project execution.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of project management or production experience in an interactive or integrated agency or similar environment.
• An understanding of the creative development process, primary production, technology, quality assurance testing, and marketing methodologies.
• A professional and approachable demeanor, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, highly matrixed agency environment.
• Ability to manage small projects or components of complex projects, demonstrating ability to deliver on time and on budget.
• Can show experience in bottom-up scoping of projects, creating project budgets, tracking actuals, and creating statements of work.
• Demonstrates an ability to solve problems with solutions that work for all stakeholders without compromising the quality of the deliverables or the project.
• Accountability and calm, confident presence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Natural and effective collaborator.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, wireframing/workflow tools, and online project management/collaboration/ticketing tools (e.g., JIRA, Service Anywhere, SharePoint, Smartsheet).

The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $60,000 to $140,000. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications.

Why work here:

At WPP Production, you'll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You'll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP's unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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