Project Management Manager

Results-oriented Creative Project Manager with * years of success in project management and creative strategy, delivering over 50 high-impact projects that exceeded customer expectations and drove business growth by 25%. Skilled in identifying market needs, developing effective product strategies, and leading cross-functional teams of up to 20 members to deliver innovative solutions. Known for building strong relationships and driving marketing campaigns that resulted in a 30% increase in client engagement and a 40% boost in brand visibility. Seeking to contribute expertise to a dynamic environment focused on creative innovation and business success.

Software Skills: Experienced with Google Workspace apps (Drive, Slides, Sheets, Docs, etc), Microsoft Office apps. Project management: Wrike, Asana, Monday.com

KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE

•Concept & Content Development • Team Leading, Training, Coaching • Industry Trends Development

•Client Consultation • Project Management & Budgeting • Opportunity Identification

•Rapport & Relationship Building • Creative Process Management • Complex Problem Resolution

•Product Lifecycle management • Strategic Visioning • Cross-Functional Collaboration

DETAILED CAREER HISTORY

Feb 2023 – May 2024 Product Manager (Contract) Plustwo33, Remote, TX

•Led end-to-end product development lifecycle for a cutting-edge mobile application, from conception to successful launch, resulting in 35% increase in efficiency for its users.

•Conducted extensive market research and gathered user feedback to identify market opportunities and define product requirements that aligned with customer needs and business objectives.

•Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including design, developers, and QA, to develop and execute a cohesive product roadmap, ensuring on-time and high-quality deliverables.

•Acted as the primary point of contact between stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of product vision, goals, and progress updates.

•Conducted user testing and A/B experiments to validate feature ideas and iterate on the product to optimize user experience and increase user retention.

•Worked closely with the design team to create user-centric interfaces and experiences that adhered to best practices and elevated the app's usability.

.Jul 2022 – Dec 2022 Brand Producer (Contract), Google, Remote, TX

•Steered optimal collaboration with Getty Images to create stills and video content for the launch of new hardware/products that complied with company requirements, serving as Producer and creative director of imagery.

•Leveraged highly analytical abilities to provide innovative ideas on brand assets, such as email templates, door hangers, floor stickers, uniforms, etc.

•Managed ($60000 - $100000) budget, including $60K for the internal team and $100K for external partners.

oOversaw most cost-effective vendors to produce gifts and determined final gifts (4-5 total).

oCoordinated with shipping companies to proof cost-effective products and with the creative team to select final designs and produced $4000 under budget, internally.

•Managed projects from start to finish by serving as a key liaison between vendor and internal team to oversee requests for over 20 swag and ingenious projects every week.

•Scheduled and organized social shoots and various interviews while preparing scripts to clearly communicate and engaging story for a campaign while keeping the brand at center and providing necessary guidance to relevant staff for accomplishing key tasks.

•Customized trending themes/designs and distributed monthly newsletter to the brand team to increase brand awareness.

•Oversee the design layout and visual impact of marketing materials, products, or publications.

•Managed up with executives and other creative leaders to set project deadlines and content goals.

Jan 2021 – July 2022 Creative Strategist & Project Manager (Contract), Skilled Creative, Remote, TX

•Facilitated client pitches, proposals and sustained partnerships via rapport building and delivering desired client goals.

•Defined growth channels' strategic/imaginative output in association with design teams via creative strategies for campaigns).

•Led cross-functional teams to define product vision, strategy, and roadmap, resulting in increased engagement rate.

•Conducted in-depth market research and analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities and translate them into product requirements.

•Streamlines project workflows by coordinating with teams and ensuring in-time project delivery while maintain brand and quality standards.

•Provided creative direction to UI/UX and graphic designers to create designs that upheld clients’ brand’s standards and clients’ campaign goal.

•Managed a $500K budget to build Alexa Skills and Routines with the objective to achieve 25% profit:

•Increased product customer engagement by 20% and gathered feedback to inform development of new features, resulting in 5% increase in user retention within 3 months.

•Assured timely maintenance and organization of project documents while offering the necessary assistance to diverse teams involving Creative, Tech, and QA Strategy teams.

May 2021 – Dec 2021 Project Manager WW Partner, Communications & Enablement Team (Contract), Citrix

•Orchestrated collaboration efforts for development of Citrix Partner Playbooks

•Coordinated partner enablement efforts for Citrix's Partner Program

•Led refresh of employee communication assets, including graphics and video trainings that reinforce Citrix channel in context of larger sales and corporate priorities.

•Developed and implemented efficient administrative processes and systems, improving workflow and productivity within the department.

•Managed process of and collaborated with developer to create 15 interactive onboarding guides for onboarding and recruiting Citrix Partners

•Managed marketing teams to collaborate, assign tasks, manage approvals and projects.

September 2015 – May 2021 Project Manager Non- Profit Organizations

Managed multiple projects simultaneously to promote and execute fundraising campaigns, community events, and outreach initiatives, ensuring alignment with organization's mission and goals.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams comprising volunteers, designers, writers, and event coordinators to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Utilized project management tools and methodologies to track progress, allocate resources, and maintain clear communication among team members.

Cultivated partnerships with local businesses, government agencies and community organizations to amplify the impact of outreach programs and increase community involvement.

Collaborated closely with diverse stakeholders to ensure alignment of messaging and branding, fostering a sense of unity and shared goals.

Oversaw the allocation and management of budgets for various projects, leveraging financial acumen to maximize resources and maintain fiscal responsibility.

Implemented cost-saving measures without compromising the quality and effectiveness of initiatives, resulting in optimized financial outcomes.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Bachelor of Arts in International Business, University of Colorado Denver associate degree, Business, Middlesex County College

Certified IGNITE Breakthrough Coach, Elite Coaching University

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