Project Manager, Creative Services

Alliance Defending Freedom•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

The Project Manager for Creative Services oversees projects from kickoff to delivery, ensuring each output reflects and strengthens ADF’s visual brand. The role manages project intake, task assignment, deadlines, team communication, resource allocation recommendations, optimization, and capacity planning. The Project Manager reports to the Senior Director of Communications Operations and works with internal team members, freelancers, vendors, creative leads, and stakeholders across the organization.

Requirements

At least 3 years of project management experience.
Experience working with creative teams and workflows.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to be assertive with timelines and deadlines while working independently and collaborating across teams.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a creative design-related field.
Project Management Professional certificate.

Responsibilities

Gather project information and provide status updates to the broader team and stakeholders.
Manage multiple creative projects and help assess bandwidth for new projects.
Work with creative leads, stakeholders, and third-party vendors to ensure projects meet their vision and overall direction.
Handle intake for new project requests, maintain process workflows, and optimize procedures to support efficient project completion.
Enter and maintain accurate, up-to-date project information in the project management tool.
Serve as a liaison between stakeholders throughout the completion of creative projects.
Participate in weekly meetings to provide real-time updates and discuss ongoing and upcoming projects.
Maintain a calendar of project timelines and work with Creative Services leadership and stakeholders to set priorities when deadlines conflict.
Recommend resource allocation, process optimization, and capacity planning for the team.