Project Manager - Communications

Position Summary : The Project Manager will be responsible for leading the day-to-day management of creative projects, prioritizing projects and deliverables, confirming assigned resources, guiding project downloads, and developing timelines.

This individual must communicate effectively within a matrix organization and with outside vendors to accomplish project goals and identify and resolve problems.

The Project Manager will be the owner of resourcing and workflow management processes. The Project Manager is a highly organized, assertive, dedicated member of the communications team who is committed to helping move the team forward by identifying and delivering on creative priorities across all lines of the department while always looking to improve and refine our processes continuously.

Experience and Knowledge Required :

Agree to Athey Creek's doctrinal distinctive and vision as found in our What We Believe / Vision statementFulfill the character qualifications of a deacon as taught in the ScripturesAbility to interpret staff desires and articulate them to the creative teamExcellent writing, editing, grammar, and verbal communication skillsAbility to communicate clearly, especially via emailAbility to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and deliver results under tight deadlinesStrong time management skills for self and othersHigh strategic, planning, and coordinating abilitiesProblem solver, critical thinker, tenacious, and resourcefulQuick learner, self-initiator, hardworking, very well organized, adaptable, and a healthy assertivenessAbility to defuse sensitive situations in a diplomatic and heartfelt mannerProactive and detail-oriented, ability to work successfully under pressureAbility to craft effective messaging and coordinate input from multiple sourcesDesire to assist in copywriting and messaging contribution to the organizationExcellent Mac-based systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Drive skillsFamiliarity with various file types (i.

e., PDF vs. PSD, etc.)Knowledge / awareness of the organization's existing communication media types (print, video, web, email)Proficiency in Adobe Creative Applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, etc.

Administrative experience a plusDuties and Responsibilities :

Participate in weekly staff meetings and special events as neededResponsible for planning, organizing, managing, and executing projects from beginning to endResponsible for managing multiple projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and with excellenceResponsible for workflow and project management for a specific set of creative projects, including design, social, print, digital content, web, video, and eventsClearly define and scope projects and allocate resources to ensure efficiency and effectiveness, including digital and social content, collateral, print, video, specialty items, and eventsIdentify and manage appropriate external vendors, including freelance creative talent, developers, production, printers, etc.

May develop and manage budgets by tracking team labor hours and external costsProvide quality assurance for all projects, including proofreading and reviewing brand guidelines and ensuring that files are properly packaged for vendors and clientsIdentify and communicate potential pitfalls, changes to scope, and alternative solutions to the Communications ManagerTrack project successes / failures after completion to gain an understanding of budgets and future projectsConnect with staff to listen to project specifications (written and verbal) and translate requests into actionable creative project specificationsCollaborate with team members to ensure successful project outcomeAll other duties as assigned