Director, Project Management

About VaynerX and VaynerMedia

VaynerX is a collective of companies shaping contemporary brands, founded in 2017 under the leadership of Gary Vaynerchuk. It includes businesses such as VaynerMedia, ChukMedia, and others. VaynerMedia is a global, integrated creative and media agency committed to understanding today's consumer attention landscape. Established in 2009, it operates across 15 international offices, providing services in creative and media strategy.

Role Overview

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, motivated, and detail-focused self-starter with extensive experience in project management within a fully integrated creative and media agency setting. This role bridges overarching strategic goals with practical day-to-day execution. The Director will advise executive leaders on portfolio processes and operations, handle diverse projects including digital videos, social content, websites, and other complex initiatives. The position emphasizes agility, leadership, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio management by overseeing large-scale client portfolios in collaboration with directors and VPs across key departments such as Client Partnerships, Creative, Strategy, Media, Production, and more.
• Work alongside Client Service and Financial Operations to establish and monitor portfolio approaches, deliverables, staffing strategies, and fees.
• Gain comprehensive understanding of client engagements, including business goals and priorities.
• Manage project and retainer financials within portfolios, ensuring adherence to processes and escalation protocols.
• Collaborate on scope definition, procurement, and broader client business planning initiatives.
• Mentor project managers to optimize team dynamics and support career progression.
• Serve as a primary communication and escalation contact for the team, assisting in process development and training.
• Oversee, customize, and improve operational processes aligned with portfolio business needs, promoting efficiency across projects and teams.
• Foster cross-departmental relationships and troubleshoot challenges to guarantee successful client deliverables.
• Provide strategic oversight for various marketing and advertising projects, including digital experiences and events.
• Review and analyze budgets, project plans, and statements of work with an eye for best practices and business alignment.
• Assemble integrated project teams in conjunction with project managers and finance leads.
• Lead new client discovery, scoping, budgeting, staffing, contracting, and onboarding processes, offering support throughout initial engagement phases.

Candidate Profile

• At least 10 years of relevant post-college experience, including agency-based project management roles.
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field, or equivalent entrepreneurial experience.
• Proven expertise managing digital and social projects with budgets ranging from $10,000 to over $2 million.
• Strong collaborative skills across client service, strategy, creative, production, media, technical, and commerce teams.
• Calm and composed problem-solving approach.
• Knowledge of platform guidelines, advertising regulations, legal compliance, and digital-media best practices.
• Excellent communication abilities, both independent and team-oriented work styles.
• Capability to excel under high-pressure and fast-paced conditions.
• Demonstrated passion for leadership, mentoring, and developing junior staff.

Additional Information

This role is designated as hybrid with workplace attendance policies subject to change. All candidate information must be accurate and truthful as falsification may lead to disqualification or termination. The company values inclusivity and provides equal employment opportunities regardless of protected characteristics.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $130,000 to $170,000 USD annually, adjusted for candidate experience, skills, and location.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• Caregiver and parental leave benefits.
• Health and wellness programs.