Project Manager

Welcome to Avenue Z!

Every leader needs a trusted team of strategic advisors as they navigate a rapidly changing world. At Avenue Z, we understand the challenges and opportunities that brands face in today's competitive landscape. Our mission is to empower brands to work smarter, maintain their brand reputation, build loyalty, and earn the trust of their target audiences.

Join Avenue Z:

We take pride in our passionate team of digital marketing and public relations professionals, driven by a shared commitment to excellence. When you join Avenue Z, you become part of a team that supports and empowers each other to achieve greatness.

If you are ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a network that celebrates innovation, creativity, and measurable impact, Avenue Z is the place for you. Join us on this exciting journey as we reshape the future of brand-building and make a lasting impact on the world.

Role Overview:

The Project Manager is a critical role within our agency, designed for an experienced professional adept at overseeing and leading the successful completion of a variety of initiatives including but not limited to digital marketing, strategic communications, and public relations. This individual is responsible for steering complex, multi-faceted projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they align with client goals, are delivered on time, within scope, and budget. Acting as a bridge between clients, the internal PR and digital teams, and external partners, this role demands a critical thinking problem solver with a proven track record in managing diverse projects. Expertise in project management methodologies, coupled with a deep understanding of the digital marketing and PR landscape, is essential. Effective communication skills and the ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts are key to this role's success.

Responsibilities:

• . Lead and manage internal teams to deliver comprehensive, multi-faceted projects that may include any mix of owned, earned or paid media that meets client objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, encompassing all phases of project execution from initiation to closure, ensuring clarity and accountability across teams.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients, internal teams, and external vendors, ensuring expectations are managed and relationships are strengthened.
• Oversee the financial aspects of projects, including budget creation, monitoring, and adjustment, to maximize resource efficiency and manage scope creep. 
• Facilitate regular project meetings and decision-making processes, ensuring clear communication and documentation of progress, challenges, and outcomes.
• Proactively identify project risks and issues, employing advanced problem-solving skills to address and mitigate potential impacts swiftly.
• Champion the delivery of projects that not only meet but exceed client expectations, through meticulous planning, creative problem-solving, and exceptional execution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred but not required.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, specifically within the fields of digital marketing and public relations, with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Certification in Project Management is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing and PR deliverables and associated processes,, tools, and platforms, including social media, content marketing, SEO, and digital analytics.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage cross-functional teams to achieve high performance and meet project deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the aptitude to negotiate and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Proficient in project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices. Experience with Teamwork is a plus.
• Ability to analyze complex data and make informed strategic decisions to benefit project outcomes.
• Financial acumen to manage budgets, forecast project expenses, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Capacity to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative problem-solving skills and a forward-thinking mindset.
• Experience in client relationship management and a customer-focused approach.

Compensation

• Job Type: Full-time Employee
• Annual Salary: $60,000 - $70,000/year

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision and Dental Plan
• 401(k) Plan + 4% Employer Match
• Unlimited PTO
• Annual Professional Development Stipend
• Corporate Perks
• Flexible Working Hours
• Hybrid & Collaborative Environment
• Company-Wide & Team Events