Traffic Manager - Chicago, IL
Job Type: Fulltime
Job Description:
Marketing Communications
Traffic Manager
Ref. #0518
Chicago event and trade show firm seeks Traffic Manager to facilitate the flow and on-time delivery of projects. Serve as the liaison between marketing communications designers and account executives, other departments, and outside vendors. Company is in growth mode within a very competitive business climate.
Qualifications:
B.A.; 3+ years’ experience in traffic within agency or in-house agency structure. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including proofreading and an eye for detail, a must. Must be able to prioritize, multi-task and work with minimal supervision. Excellent organizational and communications skills required. Need proven team player who can diplomatically enforce deadlines, and has the ability to do what’s needed to see projects through to completion. Must thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight, sometimes unpredictable deadlines. Strong computer skills necessary; knowledge of graphic design software a plus.
Responsibilities:
Manage and oversee the timely flow of multiple projects from conception through completion. Confer with key team members to develop a project plan, milestones and required tasks for each project. Develop & maintain time sensitive, up-to-date project schedules, and regularly communicate status of all projects by means of weekly meetings, status reports, and daily updates.
Serve as liaison between internal departments, including Content Management, Creative, Web Department and Production to ensure continuity, timing and accuracy of all projects. Coordinate, facilitate, and manage client presentation materials and all aspects of various types of media: print, interactive, events, and broadcast, e.g. Follow up to ensure project goals are being met, and provide direction and insightful solutions to issues when needed.
Obtain necessary approvals from required departments.
Maintain overall quality by proofing all materials prior to routing and release. Assist with financial reporting. 80% of time managing flow of projects; 5% creating and gathering meeting materials; 5% participating in meetings; 5% proofing materials; 5% ensuring budgets are complete and correct.
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