Creative Services Project Manager - Temporary

Colorado Christian University

7d•$25 - $27•Remote

About The Position

The Creative Services Project Manager works on a temporary basis as part of Colorado Christian University's Communications and Creative Services team. The role coordinates University design and digital media projects from concept through production, managing project details and deliverables to support high-quality work delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The Project Manager communicates with stakeholders and helps ensure content and creative projects reflect the University's mission, values, brand, and messaging. The role builds relationships with clients and stakeholders across the University and works closely with the Art Director, designers, project managers, vendors, university accounting, and other Creative Services staff. The work includes project intake and prioritization, timeline and deadline management, print vendor quotes and invoicing, brand-standard oversight, and administration of the university's digital asset management system. The successful candidate will be organized, collaborative, attentive to detail, and comfortable balancing competing demands in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This is a remote position. The employee must reside and work legally in the United States, and all work must be performed within the U.S. Candidates should be prepared to participate in University activities and events on campus throughout the year, which may occur during evenings and weekends. The position's pay range is $25.00–$27.00 per hour; pay and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business, journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
Outstanding time-management and organizational skills.
Professional knowledge of higher education.
Understanding of marketing communications in print, digital, and social media environments.
Willingness to learn style rules, including Associated Press (AP) style.
Commitment to building and fostering collaborative relationships with internal clients, designers, project managers, vendors, and other Creative Services staff.
Strong work ethic; self-motivation; ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Strong attention to detail, organization, quality, multitasking, and customer service.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, general design principles, and internet-based research.
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and interviewing skills.
Ability to work under tight, immediate, and changing deadlines, manage multiple clients, provide excellent customer service, and maintain brand and quality standards.
Ability to meet high professional standards.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in communications, copywriting, or another marketing role requiring daily interaction or collaboration with graphic designers and other creative talent.
Excellent creativity.

Responsibilities

Advance CCU’s mission by overseeing creative projects from concept through production and ensuring deliverables reflect the University's mission, values, and brand.
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal clients engaging Creative Services.
Meet regularly with the Art Director to assess incoming work orders, prioritize projects, and assign work based on scope, expertise, availability, impact, and urgency.
Manage project timelines and deliverables from initiation to completion, communicating expectations to clients and internal team members.
Track milestones and monitor deadlines, providing timely reminders and updates to stakeholders.
Assist designers with obtaining print quotes from third-party vendors and coordinate with designers and clients to clarify print specifications, including paper, production, finishing, and quantity.
Oversee print project invoicing and collaborate with vendors, university accounting, and internal clients to support accurate billing and timely payment from appropriate budget lines.
Participate in Creative Services meetings to support unified internal communications and consistency across digital, print, and multimedia platforms.
Execute tactical and ad hoc assignments independently with limited supervision, developing efficient solutions aligned with Creative Services best practices.
Collaborate with designers on departmental initiatives, contribute to client meetings, and oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of side projects.
Communicate and enforce brand standards and University processes across materials and platforms, escalating concerns to leadership when needed.
Coordinate complex print and digital projects while balancing deadlines, resource availability, and program objectives.
Work extensively in the university's digital asset management (DAM) system and support organization, retrieval, and governance of branded assets across departments.
Complete additional projects assigned by Communications and Creative Services leadership and assist with departmental administrative needs.