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JWT INSIDE

Seattle, WA, USA | Posted: Feb 8, 2010 Bookmark and Share

Digital Producer

If you're interested in solving creative and communication challenges for Fortune 500 companies while working with a subsidiary of one of the most revered firms in advertising, then we have a great opportunity for you.

We are JWT INSIDE. A JWT subsidiary and part of WPP, we are a world leader in employment advertising communications and consulting. For 60 years we've led our industry in new ideas and new media applications to connect great institutions with great candidates. And now, our Seattle office is looking for a talented Digital Producer to help our clients attract and engage their workforce.

The Digital Producer will be responsible for working with a cross-disciplinary team to execute on strategies for web development and social media solutions. This involves managing the on-time and on-budget delivery of interactive products and services, including preparing estimates and work plans, managing project scope and risks, and managing client communications and expectations during the delivery process.

Job Responsibilities:

Project Management

  • Manage cross-functional teams (design, technology, etc.) in the delivery of digital projects for our clients and manage Web site maintenance contracts
  • Work under the direction of the Director, Digital Delivery in the delivery of large Interactive projects or programs.
  • Manage the client relationship from sales hand-off to project delivery by conducting regular calls, monitoring and escalating project risks, soliciting client feedback, making modifications to deliverables and processes, and partnering with Account Services to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Develop detailed Microsoft Project plans for project delivery, communicate and track project milestones and monitor progress for all team members against plan.
  • Develop project scope documents, manage the development process to minimize scope creep and ensure on-time and on-budget delivery, involving Account Services and the digital strategist in issue resolution as necessary.
  • Create communications plans, prepare status reports and conduct internal and external status meetings as necessary to ensure effective issue resolution and quality project delivery.
  • Work with creative teams and information architects to ensure that all Interactive projects meet accepted best practices in usability and Web site design and support agency developed branding initiatives.
  • Participate in workshops and other discovery sessions to develop business requirements for projects. Communicate those requirements to the delivery team and ensure that solutions meet those requirements.
  • Manage third party vendors and contractors as necessary in the delivery of projects, including gathering estimates, negotiating rates, and working with the Account Services and operations to ensure prompt settlement of invoices.
  • Lead and/or facilitate the presentation of deliverables to clients (creative concepts, site organization, requirements, plans, etc.).
  • Prepare financial reports and monitor billing activity for projects as part of the effort to ensure profitability.

Strategic Development

  • Work with Account Services and the Digital Strategist to understand the client's overall business objectives and strategies and how each Interactive project fits into to the overall account strategy.
  • Work with the Digital Strategist and creative teams to brainstorm solutions to client business needs and prepare estimates and timelines for digital projects, presenting them to clients as necessary.

Skills/Requirements:

  • 5-7 years of previous experience managing interactive/Web projects, specifically Web site projects involving site builds of at least 60 pages, including estimation and project plan development
  • Familiarity with Web development technologies, including content management systems, HTML, social media and Flash
  • Familiarity with best practices in Web site development, including usability and design
  • Ability to lead cross functional teams (including creative and technology), by setting project objectives and managing to them
  • Ability to interact with clients at a variety of levels and across functions, and manage client expectations to ensure client satisfaction
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment
  • Enjoyment and understanding of technology, the Internet and social media
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills, including the ability to present in front of large groups
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet tools, including Web browsers, project management systems (MS Project preferred)
  • Self-sufficiency
  • Motivation of self and others
  • Team building and interpersonal skills
  • Previous ad agency, recruitment marketing, consulting or internal communications experience strongly preferred

JWT INSIDE offers a competitive compensation package including generous time off, a casual and friendly work environment plus the opportunity to develop great work for our long list of blue chip clients. To apply, please submit your resume via our careers website: http://speccommhr.catsone.com/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

How to Apply:

http://speccommhr.catsone.com/careers

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