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Fuse · 3 weeks ago

Creative Production Associate Manager

Winooski, VT

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$55K/yr - $65K/yr

2+ years exp

Fuse, LLC is a full-service marketing agency based in Winooski, Vermont that specializes in creating authentic brand engagements for teens and young adults. The Creative Production Associate Manager will be responsible for creating innovative marketing materials and managing the production process, collaborating with clients and vendors to ensure successful project execution.

AdvertisingConsultingSponsorshipSports

Responsibilities

Develop (and assist in developing) proposals and estimates for production items. This includes: Gathering project objectives and goals from the client Proficiency with creative services traffic management Developing or expanding on ideas for production of marketing materials (such as premium items, brochures, event items, vehicles, etc.) Generating ideas through brainstorming, meetings, research, or other methods Developing options and costs for marketing materials, including sourcing expenses from multiple vendors. Creating visual mockups of options Developing budgets and schedules for production

Present professionally prepared and formatted production proposals and estimates to internal or external clients

Participate in project kick-off meetings and coordinate with group account staff, directors, New Business staff, Fuse partners, HR, Ops, and finance personnel. Additionally, lead the “production management” segment of each project kickoff meeting

Oversee the creation of client-approved marketing materials

Collaborate closely with production vendors and both in-house and external designers on all production and design projects that need production support

Provide timely and thorough project updates to your internal clients (Fuse managers, supervisors, and directors) and/or external clients through weekly status meetings, written weekly reports, and daily updates

Oversee budgets for all production projects and invoice project expenses and fees when applicable

Coordinate internal, client, and vendor meetings, including creating agendas and preparing follow-up notes (level of detail varies depending on meeting importance)

Qualification

Creative Services experienceGraphic design softwareProject management skillsVendor processes understandingYouth marketing experienceMultitasking abilityVerbal communication skillsWritten communication skillsNegotiation skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and experience

2+ years of relevant Creative Services experience

Intermediate knowledge of graphic design software such as Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop for mockup and logo placement use

Sound understanding of general business and agency business practice

Understanding of vendor processes for print, promotional, event items, and custom vehicle vendors

Demonstrated project file traffic management skills and experience

Knowledge of printing processes

Ability to identify and produce professional, error-free business documents and project reports, and assist staff in achieving this standard

Ability to manage organized and error-free project budgets

Ability to negotiate beneficial contracts and other relationships

Ability to multitask and prioritize work to successfully complete projects on time

Possesses verbal and written communication skills to convey complex project details to supervisors, associates, vendors, and clients

The role requires the ability to work with minimal supervision on a weekly basis

Preferred

Experience in youth and alternative sports marketing programs (preferred)

Experience interacting and communicating across business divisions within an organization is a plus

Benefits

75% Employer-Paid Medical/Dental/Vision insurance for employees & dependents

Health Savings Account contribution

Health care opt-out stipend in lieu of employer coverage

Employer paid life/disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid parental leave

Fitness, ski pass & cell phone stipends

On-site skate ramp & recreation/fitness room

Fuse gear closet including outdoor gear to borrow

Dog friendly office

Winter Wednesdays – work starts at noon!

Summer Fridays

12 Paid Holidays

15 vacation days to start, plus personal and sick days and your birthday off!

Paid volunteer hours

Week-long company closure during the last week of the year

Annual Company Ski/Ride Day

Company happy hours, seasonal outings, and lots of fun

Opportunity to engage in the local community via Fuse’s company pillar committees: Fuse Culture Committee, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee, and Environment & Sustainability Committee