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Part-time • Hybrid • Norfolk, VA

Job Description

Istoria is seeking a part-time Project Manager who excels at organizing, coordinating, and delivering exceptional marketing projects. This individual will work closely with our creative team to ensure the smooth execution of campaigns and initiatives for companies making the world a better place.

As a Project Manager, you will be a supportive driving force behind Istoria's client projects and internal processes. Your strong organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively will ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. The ideal candidate for this role geeks out over details, looks for opportunities for agency improvement, and delights in a job well done.

Responsibilities
  • Manage multiple marketing projects simultaneously, ensuring they align with client objectives and agency standards
  • Create and maintain project schedules
  • Facilitate communication between internal teams, clients, and external vendors
  • Provide regular status updates to all stakeholders
  • Monitor project progress and make adjustments as needed to ensure timely delivery
  • Collaborate with creative and strategy teams to build project timelines and expectations
  • Manage client expectations and maintain positive relationships throughout the project lifecycle
  • Implement and optimize project management processes and tools
  • Contribute to the agency's overall efficiency and effectiveness through process improvements
Requirements
  • 2+ years of experience in project management, preferably in a marketing or creative agency setting
  • Proficiency in project management software (e.g. Monday, Basecamp, Trello)
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Solid understanding of marketing principles and creative processes
  • Problem-solving mindset with the ability to anticipate and address challenges proactively
  • Adaptability and flexibility to thrive in a dynamic agency environment
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace
  • PMP certification or relevant project management training is a plus
  • Comfortable working in a part-time capacity with flexible hours

Benefits

Vacation

  • 20 Paid Vacation Days. Ten days rollover. You’ll begin the year with your days already afforded. A minimum of 10 vacation days a year are required. 
  • 12 Paid Holidays. New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous People’s Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day. 
  • Two Paid, One-Week Company Breaks. Istoria closes shop agency-wide twice a year–once in the middle of the summer over the 4th of July and once between Christmas and New Year’s Day. 

Financial

  • Retirement. Istoria matches 100% of employee contributions up to the first 3% of pay, then 50% of employee contributions on the next 2% of pay into a 401(k) plan.
  • Yearly Bonuses. Unless otherwise stated, you will be eligible to receive a year-end bonus based on your performance, which will be determined at Istoria’s full discretion. Additional bonuses may be awarded throughout the year based on your own (including your efforts to generate new business via your relationships) and the company’s performance, which will be determined at Istoria’s discretion. 

Insurance

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life. You get to select between 1 of 3 medical plans to suit your needs best. Istoria pays for 50% of your monthly coverage. 

Other Goodies

  • Assembly Membership. Get access to all the events and perks that working at Assembly in downtown Norfolk offers. 
  • Professional Development. Paid time to learn new skills and apply them to client and internal projects. Get some new certifications and be fancy.
  • Parking Pass. Monthly parking garage pass if you need it, and covered bike parking in the building.

Culture

Small but Mighty

Our team is small and tight-knit. We hire slowly and with great intention. Everyone has the opportunity to shape agency culture and daily work experience directly.

Work IRL

Our positions are hybrid—we work in person in our studio in Downtown Norfolk, on productions across the country, and remotely. We value good ol' face-to-face interaction and the flexibility our work provides. Office hours are required three days a week, with the option to work remotely for the other two.

Autonomy & Trust

Our team members can produce outstanding results without heavy-handed oversight. We empower every individual with the freedom to take ownership of their responsibilities. We expect team members to be proactive and have initiative.

Environment

We cultivate an atmosphere that's relaxed and allows ideas to develop organically. Our open workspace is designed to encourage cross-team collaboration and the free-flowing exchange of perspectives from diverse voices.

Well-Being

Our team members have rich lives outside the office, and we actively promote work-life balance through flexible schedules, generous paid time off, and opportunities for remote work. Our comprehensive benefits package includes resources to support your physical and mental health.

Think you're a good fit?

Please send us a short email describing your past experience, including the word "donuts" in your note. Please also attach any relevant links, such as LinkedIn, GitHub, Dribble, or portfolio links.
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