Project Manager, Creative Agency

Success Academy Charter Schools•New York, NY

16h•$90,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Success Academy Charter Schools is seeking a results-driven Project Manager to join its Creative Agency, a full-service brand strategy, marketing, and creative division. The agency partners with internal clients to define value propositions, develop strategic insights, and create marketing campaigns and other creative content supporting the organization’s goals. Reporting to the Director of Project Management, the Project Manager will oversee the development of creative materials for large-scale events, including print, video, and digital assets. The role also serves as an account manager, building and managing relationships with internal stakeholders and external agencies. This is a hybrid position based in the NYC Financial District office, with on-site work Tuesday through Thursday and remote work Monday and Friday.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience managing creative for small- and large-scale events, including print, video, and digital assets, in fast-paced environments.
Bachelor’s degree.
Excellent oral and written interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across organizational levels.
Ability to accomplish goals by managing individuals through dotted-line relationships across multiple departments.
Willingness to challenge business partners to better understand their needs and engage other partners to ensure optimal results.
Ability to launch projects on time and on strategy and anticipate shifting priorities, partner approvals, and technical hurdles.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an agency or start-up environment.
PMP/PMI certification or related certifications.
Knowledge of content and media production practices and tools, including content management systems and project tracking systems.

Responsibilities

Manage internal and external teams to deliver projects on time and at a high quality.
Maintain and share standardized approaches and templates across project teams, including project plans, workflows, timelines, meeting agendas, and summaries.
Manage creative development for internal and external events, including Spring Benefits, advocacy rallies, and graduations.
Cultivate internal and external business relationships and help maintain the department’s reputation as a go-to resource for information and expertise.
Build and manage relationships with internal stakeholders and external agencies.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day; Success Academy covers 82% of its core medical plan.
Free One Medical membership and confidential mental health support via EAP/Talkspace.
403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
Up to $2,400 per year in employer HSA contributions.
Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
$50 per month cellphone stipend.
Pre-tax commuter benefits.
Backup family care.
Performance-based earning incentives.