amika is Hiring a Project Manager + Producer Near New York, NY
hi there, we're amika. a friend to hair, hairstylists, her, him, them, you. amika means friend in the language esperanto and is a symbol of our belief in the power of community the beauty of diversity.
brooklyn-born salon raised: where creativity culture is a way of life. we're a collective of creatives, hairstylists, chemists, product enthusiasts that like to bend the rules. we created 11 collections for every hair type, texture style - all hair is welcome. the job: amika is looking for a highly organized and dynamic Creative Project Manager/Producer to join our creative services team. this person will be responsible for producing monthly social and product shoots, tracking creative assets through post-production, and keeping project boards, timelines, and requirements succinct for creative execution. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical understanding, and project management acumen to ensure seamless execution of various creative projects. location: Brooklyn, NY (can work remotely, must be willing and able to come into office when needed) salary: $80,000 - $100,000 benefits what you'll do
produce monthly ecomm imagery and social photo/video shoots, ensuring content is delivered on schedule and in budget.
act as the central hub for post-production workflows, meticulously managing the tracking, editing, and final delivery of all photo and video assets to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
facilitate cross-functional communication among teams, including creative, marketing, operational departments, and external vendors, to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
enhance team communication and project transparency by effectively managing project boards on Asana, keeping all project details current and accessible to all team members.
collaborate with creative directors and stakeholders to understand project requirements, objectives, and creative direction.
facilitate collaboration across a diverse creative team, including graphic designers, video editors, copywriters, and external vendors, to ensure cohesive and high-quality outputs.
Negotiate and manage contracts with creative freelancers, ensuring clear understanding of project scopes and deliverables.
stay abreast of industry trends, tools, and technologies that can enhance our creative output and streamline creative processes.
must haves:
a minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Creative Project Manager or Producer, ideally within a fast-paced agency or in-house creative team.
proficient in project management tools (Asana preferred) with a knack for keeping projects and teams organized and on track.
knowledge of the creative production process, with a keen understanding of the creative and technical requirements involved.
familiarity with digital media formats, production equipment, and creative software tools.
excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and collaborate with diverse teams.
ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
ability to work 10-14hr days on photoshoots.
nice-to-haves
bachelor's degree in a related field such as Marketing, Communications, Photo/Video, or Media Studies.
experience with digital marketing strategies and understanding their interplay with creative content.
proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Capture One, Box, Frame IO.
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