Project Manager Operations

JOHN GRAY

** **** ******* ***** *****, MA ***** 781-***-**** *************@*****.***

Results-driven Project Manager/Creative Operations Manager with 12+ years in the advertising/marketing industry. Skilled in streamlining processes, boosting team productivity, and delivering high-quality campaigns.

EXPERIENCE

2021-2024

Creative Operations Manager ICF Next Fairfax, VA

• Managed the day-to-day operations for a creative team of 20, ensuring seamless execution of advertising campaigns.

• Managed budget allocations for creative projects, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to financial constraints.

• Negotiated with external vendors and freelancers, optimizing costs and securing high- quality services and products.

• Collaborated with account managers to develop and implement processes ensuring clear communication of client objectives to the creative team.

• Quality Assurance Overseer of all deliverables to ensure they meet the highest standards of excellence. Conduct thorough reviews and approvals of creative work before presenting to clients.

2015-2021

Senior Project Manager Ogilvy & Mather Cambridge, MA

• Implemented a new project management system (Workamajig) reducing project turnaround time by 25% and improving collaboration across departments.

• Spearheaded the reorganization of the creative department, resulting in a 20% increase in workflow efficiency and a significant reduction in missed deadlines.

• Oversaw the production of digital, print, and broadcast advertising materials, maintaining high standards of quality and creativity. 2012-2015

Project Manager MacDougall Natick, MA

• Developed and maintained project schedules, tracking progress and identifying potential bottlenecks to keep projects on track.

• Organized and facilitated regular team meetings, promoting open communication and collaboration across the creative department.

EDUCATION

• Salem State University B.S. Communications, Marketing & Media SKILLS

• Print Production

• Adobe Creative Cloud

• Microsoft Office

• Problem-Solving

• Team Leadership

• Tech-Savvy

• Adaptability

• Communication

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