Part-Time • Paid • Remote
Job Overview:
Ranch House Designs is seeking a contract, remote, Project Manager to be part of our Creative Services team and oversee 10 to 20 projects simultaneously, including website designs, logo designs, graphic design, printed materials, and social media graphics. We need someone who excels at solving problems independently, follows established workflows, and ensures that projects are seamless for clients. Your goal will be to manage projects so that clients simply have to say, “Looks great, let’s go!”
This particular position is a independent contractor position, estimating 10 to 20 hours per week depending on the seasonality and workload of projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Organize deadlines and coordinate projects: Take ownership of projects from sales handoff to final delivery, ensuring that the design, proofing, and fulfillment stage is executed smoothly. We have Basecamp templates with pre-set checklists and processes for each project type. So, it is primarily setting up these Basecamp templates and then following the checklist.
Schedule designers time: Be able to estimate the time needed to complete certain projects and schedule them within our design teams availability while meeting deadlines.
Create Design Briefs: Gather client information and organize into easy to follow design briefs for our graphic design team.
Sending finished files to printers or magazines: E-mailing Dropbox links and high res files to printers or magazines. Uploading filds.
Client Communication: Send proofs to clients, gather feedback, and pass that on to graphic designers.
Proofreading: Review and proofread ad copy.
Qualifications:
Understanding of graphic design and managing deadlines would be extremely useful.
Ability to independently “figure it out” using resources like Google, online tools, and networking with vendors.
Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
Experience working with vendors (printers, fulfillment services, etc.) and managing those relationships to ensure timely delivery.
Strong understanding of project management software (e.g., Basecamp) and digital file management tools (Google Drive, Dropbox).
A Typical Project Includes…
Work with accounting department for billing
Create design brief for graphic designers based on client feedback and your ideas
Write content for project including headlines, basic ad copy, and gather logos and contact information if needed.
Work with graphic designers on initial concepts.
Present concepts to clients via email, gather feedback.
Work with designer to finalize projects.
Work with vendors, publications, or online print shops to submit final files.
Provide client with tracking dates and shipping details.
Preferred Experience:
Experience in an agency environment or as a project manager.
Familiarity with Basecamp or similar project management software.
Knowledge of working with vendors in the print industry.
Knowledge of graphic design a plus.
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary: $25 per hour.
Work Hours: Flexible or remote so long as all deadlines are met.
Location: Remote
How to Apply: Apply Now
For questions: Email brenna@brcbrands.com.
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