Location: Arlington, VA
Job Type: Contract
Compensation Range: $45 - 50 per hour
Our client's creative team is building out a new function within the organization: Creative Project Management, focused specifically on design-driven workstreams.
We are seeking a Creative Resource Manager (CRM) (Project Manager) to support new initiatives, including LIBRE Initiative and Concerned Veterans for America, Americans For Prosperity along with additional campaigns.
This individual contributor role will serve as the operational hub, responsible for planning and executing design projects from intake through delivery. You will ensure all phases of creative work are completed on time, within scope, and aligned to brand standards-while keeping stakeholders informed every step of the way.
You'll partner closely with internal creative teams, development teams, stakeholders, and external vendors to drive high-quality execution in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent creative projects (5+ at a time, including quick-turn work).
- Strong communication and client service mindset, acting as a primary point of contact.
- Experience with Adobe Workfront (required) and Airtable (preferred).
- Exceptional organization, time management, and attention to detail.
- Proactive problem-solving mindset with the ability to anticipate needs.
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent creative projects (5+ at a time, including quick-turn work).
- Strong communication and client service mindset, acting as a primary point of contact.
- Experience with Adobe Workfront (required) and Airtable (preferred).
- Exceptional organization, time management, and attention to detail.
- Proactive problem-solving mindset with the ability to anticipate needs.
- Own end-to-end management of creative design projects from intake through final delivery.
- Partner with stakeholders to develop clear briefs, timelines, resource plans, and deliverables.
- Facilitate kickoff meetings to align teams and set projects up for success.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks.
- Collaborate closely with the Creative Resource Management team to drive consistency in execution and team performance.
- Manage all aspects of creative development on behalf of internal clients, ensuring work is delivered on time and meets quality and brand standards.
- Oversee a range of design deliverables, including:
- Print: signage, collateral, event materials.
- Digital: social graphics, email assets, invitations.
- Environmental/Event: branded environments, experiential elements, event décor.
- Ensure all deliverables are properly scoped, resourced, and executed with accuracy.
- Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for internal clients and external agencies as needed.
- Manage expectations across timelines, budgets, statements of work, and change orders.
- Provide consistent updates, ensuring stakeholders are informed and aligned.
- Foster strong collaboration between internal teams, designers, development partners, and vendors.
Qualifications:
- 3-5+ years of experience in:
- Creative project management.
- Marketing/production.
- Agency account or traffic management.
- Proven experience managing design-focused projects across print, digital, and event environments.
- Experience with creative resourcing models.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex requests into actionable plans.
- Experience working with a wide range of internal stakeholders and external vendors.
- Ability to work both independently and cross-functionally.
- Comfort working within a political/advocacy environment.
JOBID: 042026-130684
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
