Associate Creative Project Manager

Join a dynamic creative team in a hands-on project management role where you’ll help deliver multi-channel campaigns and content that support brand growth and business goals. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys collaborating across teams, and takes pride in keeping projects organized, on track, and aligned with strategy. Responsibilities Lead multiple creative projects at once, ensuring work stays on schedule, within scope, and aligned with budget expectations.Coordinate with strategists, creative directors, writers, designers, and other partners to move projects from concept through completion.Maintain project plans, documentation, and status updates in project management tools with accuracy and consistency.Monitor project risks, issues, and opportunities, and escalate concerns promptly when needed.Serve as a key point of contact for internal teams and external partners, helping keep communication clear and productive.Support scope changes, project closeout activities, and lessons learned in partnership with senior project management and operations.Assist with forecasting, tracking, spend management, and reporting metrics under guidance from senior leadership.Contribute ideas that strengthen brand alignment and help connect related work across initiatives.Recognize team accomplishments and help foster a positive, collaborative project environment. Skills Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business, or a related field.At least 3 years of experience in project management, preferably within a creative agency or related environment.Strong ability to manage several priorities simultaneously while staying organized and detail-oriented.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across cross-functional teams.Ability to track work, maintain documentation, and follow established workflows and processes.Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify risks and respond proactively.Solid understanding of creative project lifecycles and campaign development.Comfort working in a collaborative, fast-moving environment with evolving priorities. Preferred Skills Experience in a creative agency or similar setting supporting marketing or brand initiatives.PMP certification or a similar project management credential.Experience supporting forecasting, budgeting, or project metrics.Ability to influence ideas and connect work across multiple teams or disciplines.A continuous-improvement mindset and interest in refining processes and ways of working. Horizontal is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are valued and embraced. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering a respectful environment where everyone can contribute and succeed. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.