Project Manager Lead (Design)

at  Southern Graphics Systems Canada Co

WHO WE ARE:

Marks is a brand design and experience agency that is uniquely constructed to enable brands to win in an age of constant change. Fueled by our dual vantage points – embedded partners and future-forward experts – we build brand momentum to move fast, move forward and move confidently. As a full-service agency, our expertise extends across all facets of the branding spectrum: strategy, innovation, design, adaptation integrated marketing communications. Together, we are 600+ people across 12 studios and 8 countries. Marks is part of SGS & Co, a brand impact group built with the agility and inventiveness that enables our clients to thrive. Our sister company, SGS, is an integrated packaging and market company. Together, we shift brands to impact.

WHAT KIND OF SKILLS SHOULD YOU HAVE?

The obvious qualities: Flexible, Friendly, Dedicated, Detail-Oriented and…

• Completion of post-secondary university or college degree, preferably in graphics/media communication management and/or design or similar.
• 7+ proven experience in client service, preferable in a packaging environment.
• Strong understanding of Packaging Design requirements.
• Strong understanding of Flexo, Litho and gravure printing processes
• Strong understanding of digital media is an asset
• Experience with CGI process is an asset
• Good understanding of adaptive media – is an asset
• Knowledge of Creative Cloud and other similar systems is an asset.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good client service skills and ability to deal effectively with difficult client situations.
• Freelance production experience and flexibility working with traditional and non-traditional agency settings are strong assets.
• Someone willing to take initiative on projects and has passion to constantly learn and grow.
• Someone who is super collaborative and focuses on the solution vs. the problem.
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Ability to multi-task in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Desire to lead and develop best in class design Project Managers

EXPERIENCE

Required

• Desire to lead and develop best in class design Project Managers
• Multi-task in high-pressure situations
• Willing to take initiative on projects and has passion to constantly learn and grow
• Freelance production experience and flexibility working with traditional and non-traditional agency settings are strong assets
• Good client service skills and ability to deal effectively with difficult client situations
• 7 year(s): Years of proven experience in client service, preferable in a packaging environment

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelors or better

As a Project Manager on the Marks team, you’ll wear many hats, but a day in life generally includes: