Apex Systems

Job#: 2077767

Job Description:

• If interested in the opportunity below please email a copy of your resume to fsolari@apexsystems.com***

Position: Creative Project Manager

Location: Bellevue, WA

Onsite Requirement: Onsite

7 Month Initial Contract, potential to extend up to 18 months

Description:

Project Manager, Integrated Program Management

Location: Bellevue, WA| Department: Marketing

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Creative Project Manager to join our Integrated Process Management team, supporting our clients dynamic marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in creative project management and serve as a vital liaison between key project stakeholders and our internal creative teams.

In this role, the Creative Project Manager will act as the subject matter expert (SME) on all project-related details—gathering requirements, maintaining project documentation, and providing clear, real-time status updates. Success in this position requires the ability to manage cross-functional teams, ensure alignment with project objectives, and drive seamless execution across all phases of the project lifecycle. The Creative Project Manager must excel at balancing strategic oversight with tactical execution, partnering closely with digital business managers, advertising managers, creative team, producers, and operations teams to ensure that all deliverables meet initial objectives, requirements, and quality standards.

This is a critical, fast-paced role that requires exceptional organizational skills, analytical thinking, proactive problem-solving, and effective communication with both internal teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the execution, and delivery of medium to large-scale marketing and creative projects.
• Champion project goals, clarify requirements, and align cross-functional team efforts to eliminate gaps and ensure cohesive execution.
• Create and maintain detailed project documentation, workflows, schedules, and deliverable trackers.
• Facilitate meetings, set agendas, drive discussions, and document outcomes to maintain project momentum.
• Ensure that project milestones are met on time, within scope & stakeholders’ expectations
• Collaborate with business partners and creative leads to gather and refine project requirements (as needed)
• Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders at all levels, providing strategic recommendations as needed.
• Implement and uphold established processes and project management best practices to optimize team performance and delivery outcomes.
• Identify potential project risks early and propose solutions to mitigate them.
• Required Skills:
• Ability to clearly articulate project goals, requirements, and priorities to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Skilled in managing multiple, complex projects simultaneously in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Adept at proactively identifying project gaps and delivering innovative solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to develop and present materials to stakeholders and leadership.
• Ability to maintain composure, focus, and flexibility under pressure and manage ambiguity effectively.
• Deep understanding of project management processes, workflow optimization, and creative production cycles.
• Required Experience:
• 4+ years of project management experience within an agency and/or client-side marketing/creative environment.
• Proven success managing medium to large-scale marketing, creative, or digital projects from inception to delivery.
• Proficient with project management, communication, and asset management tools such as Workfront, AEM, SharePoint, Microsoft Office and related platforms.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating across a wide range of internal departments, external agencies, senior stakeholders, and execution partners.
• Strong track record of driving change, optimizing processes, and recommending innovative solutions in a highly dynamic environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Pay Range:

$55 - $59 per hour