Overview
Project Manager – Content Production Jobs in Detroit, USA at Hogarth
We are WPP Production – the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP’s content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world‑class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi‑channel content systems lt for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today’s always on, AI‑driven marketing world.
About
WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting‑edge media intelligence and data solutions, world‑class creativity, next‑generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit
A Hybrid working model
We believe the best work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That’s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
What does a Project Manager do at WPP Production?
A Project Manager is responsible for managing the entire life cycle of a project through the WPP Production Studios (Detroit, UK and NY). Major responsibilities include project ingest, estimating, budget tracking, resourcing talent, developing comprehensive timing plans, and meeting deadlines for various deliverable types (print, out‑of‑home, point‑of‑sale, retouching, icons/logos, branding guidelines, etc.) on a day‑to‑day basis. The Project Manager will serve as the liaison between internal WPP Production teams and agency partners and must have an understanding of design and production execution.
The Project Manager will be expected to build trusting relationships, deliver smart solutions to meet client needs, and creatively problem‑solve to ensure that experiences with WPP Production are positive and rewarding.
Reporting lines and key stakeholders
This role reports to the “Client Engagement Supervisor, Detroit.” You will work closely with the production teams, partner agencies, and finance.
Requirements
- Understand and follow established processes for managing projects within WPP Production, including initiating jobs, creating detailed estimates, tracking project budgets, and developing comprehensive timing plans
- Coordinate with Resource Managers to identify and manage resources within WPP Production
- Maintain clear documentation of job history and effectively capture and communicate action items in order to execute projects on time and within budget
- Provide estimates within 24 hours (unless otherwise specified), and upon estimate approval, actively ensure that POs are procured and escalated any budget risks in a timely fashion
- Collaborate with WPP Production finance leads to bill projects and resolve any financial concerns
- Provide continuous oversight and solutions to manage progress on ever‑changing dynamic projects
- Identify opportunities and develop measures to improve work process and quality of end‑product
- Accurately record time spent on projects
- Build long‑term, trust‑based relationships with internal team and partner agency leads, creating positive experiences for all who interact with WPP Production
- Work independently or collaborate with other Producers as part of a team, ushering projects through the development and production phases (such as CGI, Post Production, Art Production, etc.)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Possess an understanding of current software technologies including the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Possess an understanding of current production methods and technologies used to prepare files for output, delivery and storage (design, retouching, print production, etc.)
- Detailed timeline management, organization, problem solving and management of many different teams/disciplines to execute complex production projects.
- Ability to estimate and track budgets on projects.
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Title: Project Manager – Content Production
Company: Hogarth
Location: Detroit, USA
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