Sr. Project Manager - Creative Operations

Mattel•El Segundo, CA

3d•$95,000 - $119,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr PM – Creative Operations helps to drive the completion of branded visual assets for assigned Brands through the consumer journey, from Packaging to eCommerce. This role manages the end-to-end asset creation process for a specific Mattel brand, including managing timelines, deliverables, and workflows. It also leads the execution of basic eComm photography, serves as the primary point of contact across Creative, Marketing, Packaging and Production teams, and drives end-to-end omnichannel asset production by managing vendor relationships, product procurement, eComm photography workflows, and ensuring delivery within budget, scope, and timeline.

Requirements

3-5+ years’ experience in project management for creative assets
Proven ability to develop project templates and detailed schedules using project management platforms – Workfront preferred, but experience with Asana, Wrike, or Monday is also valued.
Highly organized and process driven, with strong leadership, communication and business acumen; capable of creating, optimizing, and adhering to workflows and procedures.
Experience in photo production, including eComm photography, with an understanding of shoot logistics, product prep, and asset delivery.
Demonstrate professionalism and strong client service skills, with the ability to lead high-level meetings, present with clarity, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong proficiency in DAM systems (Tenovos a plus), Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office programs.

Nice To Haves

Tenovos (DAM system)

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end asset creation process for a specific Mattel brand, including managing timelines, deliverables, and workflows in Adobe Workfront.
Lead the execution of basic eComm photography, including pre-production planning, shoot coordination, and post-production delivery.
Serve as the primary point of contact across Creative, Marketing, Packaging and Production teams, ensuring alignment of business priorities and creative strategy.
Organize and lead weekly staff meetings to communicate schedule changes, upcoming deliverables and any resourcing issues that need escalation.
Drive end-to-end omnichannel asset production by managing vendor relationships, product procurement, eComm photography workflows, and ensuring delivery within budget, scope, and timeline.