Senior Project Manager, Creative Solutions

Taking point on, and organising, sold campaigns including leading internal and external kick off calls and summarising pertinent information, requirements and expectations for those in attendance
Collaborating with designers, video producers, ad ops, events, content, and social media leads to ensure teams are equipped with everything necessary (e.g. information, assets etc) to fulfill on booked activity
Being the primary point of contact for anyone involved in the campaign
Communicating with clients and sales on the status and progress of their campaigns and updating on needs or status changes if necessary
Managing production budgets in conjunction with video producers
Managing the overall campaign timeline and ensuring it is stuck to, and alerting relevant stakeholders of any potential changes to it
Once launched, ensuring campaigns are promoted appropriately and deliver on the expected goals/ KPIs
Analysing and understanding the performance of campaigns and feeding that information into post-campaign analysis as well as the ideation phase to advise on anticipated performance and best practices
Providing excellent customer service to IGN’s clients and taking responsibility for a client experience that builds and fosters strong relationships as well as encourages repeat business
Managing another Project Manager where you will provide support and guidance across their branded campaigns as well as assist with the assignment of campaigns along with the Head of Creative Solutions (UK) and Lead Creative Producer (UK)
Establishing processes to make the day-to-day part of the job more streamlined
Updating training documentation to assist with onboarding and continued training of Project Managers

Passion for IGN, its content and its subject matter
Proven experience working effectively with cross-functional teams (technical and non technical) and all levels of management (internally and externally)
Great organisational skills
Experience working, and leading communications, with clients
Experience managing, coaching and developing people
An objective, collaborative and composed approach to problem solving
BA/BS Degree in business, marketing, communications or other related field, or equivalent years of experience (see below bullet point)

3+ years experience in digital media (media planning, account management, sales, and digital advertising a plus)

• Work Schedule: Full-time working schedule, M-F, 9.30am – 5.30pm, with possible hours before or after the typical work day.
Work Model: This is a hybrid role based in London, UK. This role will have a requirement to work our of our London office 2 days each week.
Travel Requirements: There may be travel from time to time based on projects.
Physical Requirements: This role involves typical office and computer-based activities, including prolonged periods of sitting or standing and frequent use of hands, fingers, and vision for tasks such as operating a computer, mouse, and keyboard. Frequent travel is required, which could include lifting and carrying materials, and navigating airports, hotels, and other venues. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

• You’ll make an impact. We reach 490MM monthly unique users. We’re big time, but we’re not afraid to give you real opportunities to be epic and make a difference immediately.
• We’ve got a big presence, but a small team.
• We have fun. It’s all about games and games are fun. Anyone can offer a casual work environment, flexible hours, and benefits. We can offer that and a place where you can squad up with your coworkers in the arcade/game room.
• We’re passionate about what we do. IGN employees understand our users, because they are our users. We have a personal interest in providing the best possible product.

IGN Entertainment offers competitive salaries in addition to robust health and wellness focused benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, life cover and income protection; a company Pension scheme, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Pregnancy and Parental leave, Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, Gym and Cycle to Work Schemes as well as employee-focused engagement and education programs, including Employee Resource Groups and company-sponsored events. If you’re seeking a dynamic work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance, then IGN is the place for you.

Ziff Davis is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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