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Bee-line Communications is a different kind of marketing agency. We're a flexible, versatile team of professionals with equal parts seasoned experience and bleeding-edge insight, all with a common desire to see our clients succeed. We're dedicated to delivering bottom-line results, no matter what our client's size or industry. By combining the creative skills of a design studio, the technical capabilities of a web development shop, the vision of an ad agency and the marketing expertise of a consulting firm, we're a bee-line to tangible results. Since 2005 we've chosen to remain small where you have access to senior management as well as clients and the independence to work free of organizational silos.

The Marketing Project Manager is responsible for delivering projects of high quality, on time and in budget through the effective management of timelines, people and resources. The Marketing Project Manager is the agency's control tower, managing workload and resources with precision.

• Ability to communicate with internal/external teams, clients and vendors regarding project deliverables and details. Many client and firm communications are remote, so experience managing teams and relationships via e-communication and telephone is essential. 
• Create and manage project plans and schedules. 
• Manage multiple, simultaneous project schedules working under direction of cross-functional team members, that may include internal and external resources.
• Create, track, and manage estimates and budgets. 
• Oversee print production management and vendor coordination. 
• Work directly with digital team to build, test and launch websites, apps and software programs.
• Research media outlet opportunities working with advertising reps and editorial staff. 
• Must have ability to lead individuals who are not direct reports. 
• Must be able to work in teams and on your own. 
• Write, edit and proof content on a variety of projects and plans, as assigned. 
• Other duties as assigned
  

Requirements

• BA/BS in marketing, communication, journalism, or business preferred, but not required 
• 2+ years in marketing, project management and/or account management 
• Agency or internal marketing department experience a plus, but not required 
• Experience managing projects and working within tight deadlines 
• Experience working with printers, specialty companies, and production companies 
• Ability to think creatively, and bring innovative solutions to marketing challenges 
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and writing skills
  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.  

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.