Studio Project Manager

Our client is a strategic digital design agency, who work with some of the most exciting technology startups in the UK and USA. They have an great opportunity for midweight Studio Project Managerto join their creative studio. Offices are based in the Hove/Brighton area and they work 2 days in the office / 3 remote.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a mid level Studio Project Manager to coordinate our digital design projects and be the primary point of contact for our clients. As a productised studio, our services have set timelines and pre-defined budgets for each phase of work. We are looking for someone who can competently manage the associated resource, traffic, timelines and client expectations.

In addition to overseeing the workflow and operations within our design studio, you will need to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong communication skills, exceptional multitasking abilities, and a keen eye for design.

Day to day activities include:

• Assigning projects and tasks to our designers
• Managing bottlenecks
• Responding to client requests on Slack and our project management system
• Managing the scope and expectations of clients
• Populating meeting agendas
• Taking client calls
• Managing budgets and timelines
• Coordinate project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Assign tasks to design team members and monitor progress.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget constraints.
• Communicate regularly with clients to provide updates and gather feedback.
• Manage freelance resources as needed
• Conduct thorough quality checks on design deliverables
• Provide constructive feedback to designers to facilitate continuous improvement.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Cultivate strong client relationships built on trust and transparency.
• Develop project budgets in collaboration with leadership.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies without compromising quality.
• Continuously evaluate and refine internal processes to optimise workflow efficiency.
• Implement best practices and standard operating procedures for project management and studio operations.
  

You will be...

• Highly organised
• Have a min of 2 years experience in a creative agency as a Studio/Project/Account Manager
• Experienced in project management software such as AirTable, Linear for example
• Exceptional personal skills
• Proactive team player who can work collaboratively in a small team
• Great attention to detail
• Can present in an articulate and engaging manner
• Ability to receive and give constructive feedback with grace and professionalism
• Self starter and highly autonomous worker
• Action-oriented, confident presenting solutions alongside problems
• Manage the creative process, client expectations and creative delivery
• Highly motivated to train independently and share knowledge learnt with the team

Please send CV stating your salary expectations.

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