Senior Project Manager

VML is in search of a SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – Shopper Video 

What you’ll do: 

• Lead end-to-end Shopper and Retail video production programs, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across agency teams team’s by facilitating program reviews, managing stakeholder communications, and resolving risks and roadblocks.
• Own program planning and execution, including roadmap development, milestone tracking, resource coordination, and overall program health reporting.
• Oversee the creative production lifecycle, including intake, review cycles, approvals, change management, and third-party or legal review requirements.
• Ensure quality, compliance, and governance across all video assets, including content availability, usage rights, brand standards, and production processes.
• Champion operational excellence by leveraging production systems and tools, developing executive-ready communications, and driving continuous process improvements and best practices.

Who you are: 

• Excellent communicator: Clearly and concisely communicate project updates, challenges, and solutions to various stakeholders, including clients, internal teams, and vendors. Tailor communication style to the audience.
• Collaborative leader: Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, lead project teams, and mentor junior members. Proactively identify and resolve conflicts.
• Agile and adaptable: Thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Strategic thinker: Proactively identify opportunities to optimize campaigns and improve processes. Think critically and develop innovative solutions.
• Organized and detail-oriented: Maintain meticulous organization and attention to detail in all aspects of project management, from planning to execution.
• Proficient in project management tools and software: Expert-level proficiency in project management platforms (e.g., Asana, Trello, Monday.com) and other relevant software.

What you’ll need: 

• 4-6 years of experience in digital project management: Demonstrated experience managing digital advertising campaigns across various channels (Paid Digital, Site, Social, Email). Experience with traditional advertising is a plus, but digital expertise is paramount.
• Proven track record of successful campaign execution: Provide examples of successfully launched and managed campaigns, highlighting key achievements and metrics.
• Deep understanding of digital marketing principles: Demonstrate a strong understanding of digital media planning, buying, campaign optimization, and performance analysis.
• Technical proficiency: Familiarity with ad trafficking, creative development processes, QA procedures, and troubleshooting techniques within digital advertising platforms.
• Strong analytical skills: Ability to analyze campaign data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations to optimize performance.
• Client management experience: Experience building and maintaining strong client relationships, presenting campaign updates, and managing client expectations.
• Agency experience (required): Experience working within an agency environment and collaborating with various internal teams (Media, CRM, Creative, Account, AdOps, Analytics).