Harold Grinspoon Foundation
Creative Project Manager - Hybrid in Agawam home office
Harold Grinspoon Foundation, Agawam, Massachusetts, us, 01001
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Senior Creative Manager, the Creative Project Manager will be responsible for workflow and project management for creative projects, including print design and collateral materials, specialty engagement pieces, digital content, web, video, and email marketing campaigns. Equal parts account manager and project manager, this role is the liaison to the Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF) teams to help them navigate and execute their marketing needs. The candidate best suited for this role will be a creative thinker, thoughtful listener, and clear communicator. They are motivated to produce high-quality products and can inspire others to do the same.
This is a full-time position, based at the HGF home office in Agawam, MA.
Responsibilities
Serve as the Marketing department point of contact for assigned HGF teamsEstablish regular meetings and/or check-ins with assigned teams to maintain awareness of calendar and project needsKeep assigned stakeholders informed about current work status of their projectsCommunicate to the marketing team tasks, deadlines, and context/project background as neededEnsure the timely and successful delivery of marketing solutions according to needs and objectivesContribute to project prioritization conversations with C-level and director-level staffAssist with challenging requests or issue escalations as neededInteract with and provide direction to external vendors as neededAct as a member of the core photoshoot team to help with planning, setup, and productionAssist with the ongoing onboarding, management, and rollout of marketing toolsManage and navigate the creative for assigned HGF teams on larger projects that involve multiple departments
Proactively help teams translate long-term creative projects into actionable plans with achievable deadlinesWork with the Project Manager assigned to cross-departmental projectsParticipate in kickoff, update, and debrief meetingsClearly communicate expectations to marketing team members and stakeholders on creative deliverablesWork across internal departments to coordinate smooth campaign execution and evaluationProvide quality assurance on creative for all assigned projects, including proofreading and review against brand guidelinesIdentify and communicate potential pitfalls, changes to scope of creative, and alternative solutions to teamRequirements
Skills & Qualifications
Commitment to delivering high quality, strategy-driven creative workExtremely organized, detail-oriented individual who is capable of self-managing and multitasking in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentProject management experience, particularly with multiple projects simultaneouslyComfort working in a highly iterative environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsProven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence outcomesFamiliar with digital marketing strategies including social, email, search and programmatic3+ years of experience in project managing marketing campaigns for print and digitalPreferred Skills
Experience with project management software/systemsProficient in ExcelExperience with Jotform and ZapierExperience with CanvaExperience using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
Salary
• $60,000 to $68,000 annually
Benefits
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid sick, holiday, vacation, and personal time
Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk, concentrating, and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at time
ABOUT HGF
The Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF), founded in 1991 by real-estate guru and businessman Harold Grinspoon, is one of the most entrepreneurial and business-oriented nonprofits in the nation. Based in the Springfield, Massachusetts, area and with over 130 employees, the HGF is committed to enhancing global Jewish life. The Foundation offers the stability of a 30-year established organization; the creative, exciting, and fast-paced nature of a start-up; and the long-term growth opportunities of an endowed foundation committed to its mission for decades to come.
To Apply
Please send resume and cover letter in through our careers website.
The Harold Grinspoon Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are invited to apply. For more information about the foundation and its programs, visit www.hgf.org.
Salary Description
$60,000 - $68,000
Reporting to the Senior Creative Manager, the Creative Project Manager will be responsible for workflow and project management for creative projects, including print design and collateral materials, specialty engagement pieces, digital content, web, video, and email marketing campaigns. Equal parts account manager and project manager, this role is the liaison to the Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF) teams to help them navigate and execute their marketing needs. The candidate best suited for this role will be a creative thinker, thoughtful listener, and clear communicator. They are motivated to produce high-quality products and can inspire others to do the same.
This is a full-time position, based at the HGF home office in Agawam, MA.
Responsibilities
Serve as the Marketing department point of contact for assigned HGF teamsEstablish regular meetings and/or check-ins with assigned teams to maintain awareness of calendar and project needsKeep assigned stakeholders informed about current work status of their projectsCommunicate to the marketing team tasks, deadlines, and context/project background as neededEnsure the timely and successful delivery of marketing solutions according to needs and objectivesContribute to project prioritization conversations with C-level and director-level staffAssist with challenging requests or issue escalations as neededInteract with and provide direction to external vendors as neededAct as a member of the core photoshoot team to help with planning, setup, and productionAssist with the ongoing onboarding, management, and rollout of marketing toolsManage and navigate the creative for assigned HGF teams on larger projects that involve multiple departments
Proactively help teams translate long-term creative projects into actionable plans with achievable deadlinesWork with the Project Manager assigned to cross-departmental projectsParticipate in kickoff, update, and debrief meetingsClearly communicate expectations to marketing team members and stakeholders on creative deliverablesWork across internal departments to coordinate smooth campaign execution and evaluationProvide quality assurance on creative for all assigned projects, including proofreading and review against brand guidelinesIdentify and communicate potential pitfalls, changes to scope of creative, and alternative solutions to teamRequirements
Skills & Qualifications
Commitment to delivering high quality, strategy-driven creative workExtremely organized, detail-oriented individual who is capable of self-managing and multitasking in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentProject management experience, particularly with multiple projects simultaneouslyComfort working in a highly iterative environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsProven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence outcomesFamiliar with digital marketing strategies including social, email, search and programmatic3+ years of experience in project managing marketing campaigns for print and digitalPreferred Skills
Experience with project management software/systemsProficient in ExcelExperience with Jotform and ZapierExperience with CanvaExperience using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
Salary
• $60,000 to $68,000 annually
Benefits
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid sick, holiday, vacation, and personal time
Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk, concentrating, and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at time
ABOUT HGF
The Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF), founded in 1991 by real-estate guru and businessman Harold Grinspoon, is one of the most entrepreneurial and business-oriented nonprofits in the nation. Based in the Springfield, Massachusetts, area and with over 130 employees, the HGF is committed to enhancing global Jewish life. The Foundation offers the stability of a 30-year established organization; the creative, exciting, and fast-paced nature of a start-up; and the long-term growth opportunities of an endowed foundation committed to its mission for decades to come.
To Apply
Please send resume and cover letter in through our careers website.
The Harold Grinspoon Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are invited to apply. For more information about the foundation and its programs, visit www.hgf.org.
Salary Description
$60,000 - $68,000