Senior Project Manager NY or Miami, FL

An exciting opportunity has opened in a New York City studio for a talented and ambitious Senior Project Manager. This is a pivotal role that serves as the central point of communication between clients and the creative team, requiring a blend of skills across client relations, team leadership, and operations.

The position involves managing multiple lines of communication while balancing client expectations with the day-to-day realities of production. While an interest in architecture or design is not required, it would be beneficial.

This is a dynamic, fast-paced role that can be high-pressure at times, so resilience, adaptability, and a mature approach are key to success. The role offers a high level of autonomy and calls for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to respond quickly while effectively prioritizing tasks.

• Act as the primary point of contact between clients and the creative team, ensuring clear and effective communication at all stages
• Gather and interpret client briefs, translating requirements to internal teams to ensure alignment and successful delivery
• Manage projects end-to-end, including scheduling, timelines, and resource coordination
• Proactively anticipate challenges and communicate updates or solutions to clients in a timely manner
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for future collaboration
• Oversee project execution across internal departments to ensure a seamless workflow
• Collaborate closely with production teams to track progress and communicate updates externally
• Support team scheduling and resource planning in partnership with production leadership
• Ensure all deliverables meet high-quality standards while staying on budget

• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while balancing competing priorities
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and align various stakeholders
• Confident handling challenging conversations and navigating conflict when needed
  
  Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and time management
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and initiative
• Experience adjusting timelines and negotiating deadlines as needed
• Team-oriented mindset with proven leadership or coordination experience
• Background in animation or film production is advantageous but not required
• An interest in architecture or design is a plus, though not essential

This is a dynamic, autonomous role suited to someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys problem-solving, and is motivated to deliver exceptional client outcomes.