Project Manager & Producer 

Many website developments, multi-channel and creative campaigns require an experienced Project Manager to oversee them, and this is no different within the creative industries. From advertising to broadcast journalism, the presence of a Project Manager or Producer can make or break a campaign.

Project Managers are responsible for owning the project, from timelines and assets through to being thoroughly organized and ensuring deadlines are hit.

If managing creative accounts is your area of expertise, Salt’s specialist recruiters can help you find your next role.

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What is a Creative Project Manager?

A Project Manager and Producer is responsible for supporting clients and account managers. This requires intimate knowledge of both the client in question and the strengths of the creative team you will be working with. The role also entails managing client expectations, ensuring creative work fits the client brief and making sure all deadlines are met.

Responsibilities will also include managing the whole workflow, ensuring print, digital, UX, signage are all delivered.

Salary information and career progression

Project Managers$77,000 - $114,000
Senior Project Managers $120,000 - $150,000
  • Recent Changes in the Sector

    In recent years, Creative Project Managers have dealt more with digital work. Companies are increasingly favoring online communications and therefore creative work has come to encompass websites, online videos, adverts, influencer collaborations, and social media campaigns. Knowledge of the online landscape is now essential to the modern Creative Project Manager.

  • Future Prospects

    Creative Project Managers and Producers can expect to progress to Senior Creative Account Management roles within time and experience, eventually with the potential to reach Account Director positions.

  • Salt’s advice for getting a Project Management & Production job

    Employers’ Requirements

    Employers will expect knowledge of, and experience of working in, Project Management. Since the role can cover several sectors, experience in the sector you are applying for is also useful. An eye for good creative work will also be necessary, as will knowledge of how creative teams work together.

    CV Requirements

    Make sure you display all relevant skills on your CV and detail some of the projects you have worked on previously. Emphasize any interactions you have had with creative teams in order to establish your Project Manager credentials.

    Educational Requirements

    Specific qualifications in Project Management and Production are not necessarily required, but a degree in Marketing or a similar field can help you build the knowledge base you need.

Top Tip

"Treat people how you want to be treated. As a Project Manager, you’re encountering an array of personalities and responsibilities. "

— Troy Lawrence, Practice Director

Speak with Troy Lawrence about Project Manager & Producer 

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