Initiative - Project Manager, Media

August 22

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IPG Mediabrands

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IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG)$1. .$1

Media Planning & Buying • Automation & Programmatic • Digital Media • Branded Content • Media Barter

10,000+

Description

• Initiative is different to other media agencies. • We are not trapped by a legacy structure primarily centered on paid advertising. • We are liberated by a new world structure designed to deliver highly differentiated and highly effective communications strategies for our clients. • We’ve built the strongest strategic capability of any agency in the market. • The role of the project manager at Initiative is to leverage processes and systems to ensure our teams bring this core strategic capability to life through how we execute against client and agency objectives.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education graduate • 3-4 years work experience, preferably in agency PM roles in media or marketing • Client or customer service experience • Results-oriented mindset and persistence in driving quality outputs from project teams • A solution-minded approach dedicated to meeting client goals and improving business processes • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently, adapting communication skills to meet the needs of a teammate or stakeholder • Highly developed organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy • Excellent ability to manage and prioritize time effectively • Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task in a fast-paced environment • A proactive approach to problem-solving and assisting the team • Curiosity and passion for continuous development • Ability to apply different PM frameworks to projects based on the business goals and the needs of the team (e.g. agile vs waterfall vs agi-fall) • Proficient in one or more project management tools, like Smartsheet, Team Gannt, or Asana • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Benefits

• Generous paid time off with a minimum of 37 paid days off including vacation and monthly wellness days. • A flexible hybrid work model that works for you. • A focus on personal development with formal training opportunities, including mental health training and inclusion education for everyone. • A chance to be part of and grow within a global network of agencies. • The opportunity to contribute to our company culture by joining one of our many community-based employee groups, such as Black Employee Network, Girls on Fire, Hispanic or Latinx Alliance, Neuro Network, Pan-Asian Network, and Rainbow Lounge.