Marketing - Project Manager

Description:

• Plans, coordinates, and directs production of various marketing projects, while adhering to approved budgets.
• Confers with Marketing Analysts and Product Managers to determine marketing requirements and budget limitations.
• Submits proposed programs and estimated budgets for approval to Marketing Analysts, Product Managers, and Directors
• Coordinates the activities of staff involved in copywriting, market research, design and photography; purchasing media time and space, and developing special displays and promotional items.
• Negotiates and authorizes contracts with newspaper, radio, television and direct marketing representatives.
• Oversees advertising campaigns, including print, electronic, and direct mail outlets.
• Checks copy for accuracy and brand compliance.
• May handle internal public relations needs, including dealing with the media, overseeing press releases, coordinating PR programs and suggesting future directions.

Qualifications:

• Three or more years of project/account management experience, or three to five years project management in print/production required.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field desirable.
• Must have strong strategic thinking skills.
• Proven multi-media management skills
• Proven organizational/prioritizing skills; detail-oriented
• Proficiency in project scheduling software
• Self-directed; ability to motivate others
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Written & verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of desktop publishing programs required