Project Director [210967]

About the Opportunity

Project Director

Combining collaborative leadership, strategic thinking, creative planning, and clear communications, the Project Director holds the vision and steers the project course. Working in close partnership with the Creative and Strategic Director, they keep the plan, status, and what’s on the horizon, front of mind.

The Project Director is accountable for balancing the highest standards of creative excellence and efficiency with the successful delivery of a project for the client.

Responsibilities

• Directing strategic thinking, problem-solving, scoping, and proposal writing
• Planning project set-up, sequencing, mobilising workstreams, resourcing, workflow
• Delivery briefing, driving action, reviewing and sense-checking deliverables
• Communication team management, managing partners
• Client relationships, client happiness, and developing new business

About You

Competencies

Mindset and approach:

• Thinks strategically about projects from all angles
• Comfortable with uncertainty, looking to create structure from chaos
• Sound understanding of design processes and technical design knowledge

Collaboration:

• Fosters a strongly collaborative team dynamic
• Brings the client along for the journey

Drive and resilience:

• Action-orientated with determination and rational decisions
• Detail-driven and diligent, focus on quality and creative excellence

Leadership style:

• Hands-on leadership promoting discussion and facilitating thinking
• Energy and enthusiasm combined with sensitivity and empathy

Communication:

• Effective communicator in person and in writing
• Skilful at discussion and mediation

Project management:

• Sound understanding of design processes, technical and digital design knowledge
• Passion for processes and prioritisation

Eligibility

10+ years experience, predominantly in branding. Currently in a client services or creative role at a reputable branding agency, looking for an opportunity to step-up and shine. Hands-on experience at every stage of a branding project lifecycle, from strategy to delivery.

Benefits

We are a highly collaborative group of designers, strategists, and project managers — united by our belief in the power of creativity.