Project Manager, Creative Services

Zeta Charter Schools•New York, NY

8d•$90,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you looking to make a BIG impact? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission. Currently, we operate multiple elementary and middle schools in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan, and are opening three new elementary schools in Queens for the 2025-26 school year. We plan to grow and open 1-2 schools each year because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. Join our growing team today, and be a change agent for children. Our Network office is located at 401 W. 218th St., New York, NY 10034. Our Network team follows a hybrid work schedule: we work in-person from our office on Tuesdays and Thursdays with optional remote days on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, if your team’s scope of work permits. To achieve our vision, we are searching for a Project Manager, Creative Services with a Bachelor's degree, and at least 5-7 years of experience with a proven record of managing creative projects and production workflows in marketing, communications, or related fields. The ideal candidate holds a PMP certification and has deep experience using Asana. Zeta teammates are lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and a deep sense of purpose. We disrupt the status quo and tackle problems together. Our team stands united by our commitment to a limitless future for every child. Our Zeta team is comprised of top talent with incredible schooling and private sector experience. At Zeta: We are passionate about our mission of providing world-class education to all students We bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback We are hungry and determined to not only meet our goals, but surpass them We are humble, willing to put the team’s needs ahead of our own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment We have a high bar for excellence and sweat over the details We are caring and put team over individual at all times We are accepting applications on a rolling basis. The salary range for this position is between $90,000 and $110,000. New hires can expect to be brought into the organization at a salary at or near the start of the ranges, depending on relevant experience and internal equity. Compensation is based on our salary scales. Managers and above are eligible to receive an annual discretionary, merit-based performance bonus.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
5-7 years of experience with a proven record of managing creative projects and production workflows in marketing, communications, or related fields

Nice To Haves

PMP certification
Deep experience using Asana

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end production of marketing and communications deliverables, ensuring all materials meet Zeta's excellence standards
Develop and maintain project schedules for campaigns across multiple channels (digital, print, video, social)
Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of creative assets
Source quotes, produce estimates, and negotiate with external suppliers for production work
Track and report on project status, highlighting potential risks and offering solutions
Maintain robust digital asset management systems and establish efficient naming conventions
Implement and optimize creative workflows that balance quality with efficiency
Organize regular production meetings and maintain accountability frameworks for creative deliverables
Support the Director of Marketing in managing campaign budgets and resource allocation
Coordinate the trafficking and tracking of creative jobs from conception to completion
Stay current with new production technologies and techniques, including AI tools used in creative development
Wear multiple hats as a part of a lean scale-up team, supporting the work of others on the team and taking on new projects and tasks as needed

Benefits

Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
Competitive compensation
Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (Gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts – it's up to you!)
4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace, and a free Headspace subscription
MacBook Air, and specified monthly reimbursement for use of mobile phone
Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine
Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC's finest sweet treats
Books for professional development
Clear pathway to professional growth
Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates
Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming