Creative Program Manager – HIRING ASAP
Start date: ASAP
Duration: 12-month contract
Location: Hybrid working in London office.
Rate: £350 - £500 per day PAYE
Summary
We’re seeking a highly skilled Creative Program Manager for a temporary assignment based in London, UK. This role supports the evolution of our clients’ global Advertiser video education and co-production program, driving operational excellence, optimizing processes for speed and efficiency, and ensuring seamless communication and coordination across global vendors, external clients, and creators. The Program Manager will work closely with internal teams, external.
Key Skills
* Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for working with clients, vendors, and internal teams. AI & Creative Problem Solving: Enthusiastic about using AI tools to solve problems and improve program efficiency.
* Strong understanding of digital marketing strategies, Meta platforms, and online advertising—especially using Instagram (IG), influencer/creator marketing, and success metrics.
* Project & Program Management: Experience managing global programs, vendors (including 3rd party/3P vendors), slot booking, scheduling, and resource allocation.
* 7+ years’ experience in program management and development, ideally within digital marketing, creative industries, or global client-facing services.
* Deep understanding of digital marketing strategies, Meta platforms, and online advertising.
* Demonstrated expertise in agile workflows and mobile-first content creation.
* Strong background in project and program management, including vendor management and resource allocation.
* Ability to optimize processes, templatize solutions, and create scalable toolkits.
* Experience scaling solutions and tracking progress with project management tools and roadmaps.
* Solid financial acumen in budgeting and business reporting.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present to diverse audiences.
* Enthusiasm for using AI tools to solve problems and enhance program outcomes.
* Experience building creative solutions within the production industry, managing strategic operations, and presenting business reports.
* Ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and vendors.
* Proven leadership, organizational, and executional skills in high-pressure, time-sensitive scenarios.
Nice to have skills.
* Skilled in online advertising using Instagram, influencer/creator marketing, and measuring success metrics. Experience onboarding and integrating AI tools into workflows.
* Familiarity with global data management and reporting systems. Ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
* Good understanding of how AI is affecting the creative landscape.
* Need to be confident with holding the line where it matters.