Marketing Project Manager

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For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.

The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.

Reporting to the Marketing Department’s Director of Project Management - Creative, the Marketing Project Manager is responsible for coordinating the delivery of marketing materials at an operational level. The position is responsible for estimating development time, scheduling jobs, and moving projects through the various stages of creative development. 

Every day, the project manager reviews job requests within the marketing organization, and utilizes the creative team’s project management software to assign resources and keep track of job status. This project manager is also responsible for preparing cost estimates, communicating project status and working with both internal and external resources to complete creative requests.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Review project requests
• Plan, organize and update production schedules
• Assign projects to copy, editorial and design teams
• Work with internal creative resources, freelancers and campaign managers to complete marketing requests
• Track and document project status daily
• Contribute to process and workflow improvements
• Provide project status reports to management
• Work with vendors to negotiate cost-effective purchasing of pre-press, custom printing, collateral printing and manufacturing services, as well as video production services
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and purchase orders
• Deliver finished materials to fulfillment vendors, which requires an understanding of pre-press

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in Marketing or a related field 
• 5 + years of experience
• Advanced knowledge of the print product process required (print specs, pre-press, etc.)
• Experience working on and with a large, cross-functional team
• PMI certification and/or experience with project management software such as Asana, WorkZone or WorkFront
• Familiarity with development and output of marketing assets such as digital media, social media, web pages, email, print and digital collateral, and video
• Understanding of marketing channels, platforms, and technical specifications
• A strong communicator, both verbally and in written form

Preferred Qualifications

• A problem solver who is skilled at resolving conflicts among different teams quickly and effectively. You’re flexible and adaptable, able to easily work with diverse teams, and you have a propensity to persevere
• An executor who will complete all tasks and support projects as needed. You’re a self-starter who will take initiative and always look for additional ways to lead your team to success

We offer a competitive benefits package including:

Remote work providing flexible work/life balance
Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure)
Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members
Competitive health benefits and new hire eligibility starts day-1 of employment
Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities
And so much more!

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This position is a Salary Grade B. Actual compensation for this role is determined by several factors including but not limited to job level, candidate's skills, experience, and education, among other factors determined by the business.

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At Kaplan, we recognize the importance of attracting and retaining top talent to drive our success in a competitive market. Our salary structure and compensation philosophy reflect the value we place on the experience, education, and skills that our employees bring to the organization, taking into consideration labor market trends and total rewards.  All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions. Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission-eligible.   And we have a comprehensive benefits package, learn more about our benefits here.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.

Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.  There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.

Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.