Marketing I.S. Manager jobs in Billings, MT

Kinetic is a full-service creative, marketing, and communications agency, committed to providing stand-out marketing solutions around the world while nestled in the heart of downtown Billings, Montana.

At Kinetic, we pride ourselves in choosing both clients and employees carefully; we strive to surround ourselves with the most talented and inspiring people around. Joining our close-knit, award-winning team means that you will not only be working on high-profile and exciting projects but will also be making a lasting impact on companies, large and small, that will benefit them for years to come, all while furthering your abilities as a creative marketing professional!

Members of Kinetic’s high-energy team enjoy a competitive salary and paid medical insurance with health insurance savings account access. Additionally, you will receive paid holidays, PTO, career development opportunities, and the chance to work alongside world-class creative colleagues.

POSITION:

Kinetic Marketing Company is seeking to hire a Project Manager at our Billings, Montana office.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Project Manager works within the Kinetic traffic team to manage all marketing and communications projects for assigned clients. From new business meetings and pitches through project completion, the Project Manager is responsible for ensuring projects are done on time and on budget. The Project Manager guides the project through the developmental and creative stages and ensures that all projects are complete and of the highest quality. The Project Manager is the liaison between the Account Director and the agency creative team or vendors/independent contractors. As an effective problem-solver on a day-to-day basis, you must be adept at managing resources, timelines, and project deadlines.

The Project Manager must be a conscientious team player and a good organizer and keep multiple pieces moving simultaneously. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, exhibiting strong initiative and a take-charge attitude.

Reports to the Traffic Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proactively gather the necessary information to plan and implement each client project.
• Understand various project lifecycles and take appropriate next steps to ensure the project is actively being completed by either in-house or vendor activities.
• Manage time and financial resources to ensure client projects are on time and on budget. Open projects in agency software promptly and accurately and track project expenses.
• Make sure all media and projects proceed according to plan and deadlines, drawing attention of the Account Director to potential problems before they occur.
• Provide timely issuance of all documentation: proposals, project outlines, creative briefs, estimates, timelines, meeting summaries, and status and budget reports.
• Track and manage internal/external creative resources on project deliverables. Work with the Account Director and Traffic Manager to ensure projects are all resourced appropriately.
• Implement and execute change orders and estimates with the Account Director.
• Maintain constant communication with Account Director regarding project progress, feedback and completion. Report on project budgets to Strategic Director and Traffic Manager regularly.
• Take notes at meetings, prepare and distribute contact reports (status call reports), etc.
• Provides input in planning stages as requested by the Account Director.
• Assist with mailings, processing final copy, agendas, conference reports, proposals, correspondence, monthly billing and other materials related to account service.
• Stays aware of client activities to provide backup when the Account Director is unavailable. Knows, at any given moment, where a project is to report to directors or the Traffic Director and can speak to the ongoings of the smallest details of the project.
• Ensure all time, materials, and expenses are accurately tracked for each project. Reconcile project errors as necessary in the accounting system.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excels in collaborative environments, driving successful outcomes through teamwork
• Models integrity, responsibility and dependability consistently
• Possesses a thorough understanding of the project lifecycle from planning to execution
• Proactive attitude; willing to take charge and initiate project tasks, such as proposals
• Experienced problem-solver; anticipates and resolves challenges effectively
• Maintains exemplary standards of organization and attention to detail

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or a related field
• Minimum of two years of project management experience in a fast-paced environment
• Agency experience is not necessary but is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously
• Familiarity with computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, CRM, etc.)

Please submit a cover letter and resume to admin@kineticmc.com to be considered for this position. Work for this position is full-time and salary will be based on work experience.

Members of Kinetic’s high-energy team enjoy competitive salaries commensurate with experience, paid medical insurance with health insurance savings account access, as well as dental and vision insurance assistance. Additionally, employees receive paid holidays, PTO, career development support, and colleagues motivated to do great things for clients.

Kinetic’s office is located in the heart of downtown Billings, Montana. Billings gives our employees and their families an excellent quality of life with access to the great outdoors including fishing, hiking, biking, camping, hunting, and many other outdoor activities.

To learn more about our firm, please visit our website at www.kineticmc.com.

Job Type: Full-time, in-person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• project management in professional services industry: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Billings, MT 59101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Billings, MT 59101