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Creative Project Manager

Creative Project Manager

Posted 2 weeks ago by Cool Bees and Wild Suns (CBWS) on Linkedin

Job Description: CBWS Entertainment Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Manager for its Creative Department, focusing on film projects. The role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from planning to post-production, while collaborating with various creative professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management within the film industry and a passion for storytelling. This position is based in the United Kingdom and aims to elevate African narratives in film.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for film projects.
  • Coordinate with creative teams to establish project milestones, deliverables, and quality standards.
  • Lead and inspire cross-functional teams, including screenwriters, directors, designers, and production crew.
  • Facilitate regular status meetings to communicate progress, address challenges, and adjust timelines if necessary.
  • Monitor project budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
  • Provide accurate forecasts and regular financial reports to senior management.
  • Identify potential project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
  • Resolve issues and conflicts within teams promptly to maintain project momentum.
  • Act as the primary contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparent and effective communication.
  • Prepare and deliver project updates and presentations for executive leadership.
  • Ensure that creative projects adhere to the Company’s high standards, and meet both aesthetic and production benchmarks.
  • Oversee post-production and ensure final deliverables reflect the creative vision and technical excellence.

Skills Required:

  • Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in the film or digital creative industry.
  • Proven track record of managing film projects or large-scale creative projects from start to finish.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities with excellent communication skills.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and software.
  • Financial acumen and experience managing project budgets.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • A bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Creative Arts, Project Management, or a related field is preferred.
  • Passion for African storytelling and cultural narratives.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a creative, fast-paced environment.
  • Flexibility to travel or work remotely as needed.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Hiring: Project Manager – Creative Department (Film)

Company: CBWS Entertainment Ltd

Location: United Kingdom

CBWS Entertainment Ltd, a premier entertainment tech startup dedicated to elevating African narratives, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to lead our Creative Department in film projects. We invite qualified applicants who are passionate about storytelling, film production, and creative project management to join our innovative team.

About the Role

As the Project Manager for the Creative Department, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of film projects from concept through post-production. You will collaborate with creative directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and other professionals to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and uphold our commitment to quality storytelling that resonates globally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project Planning & Coordination:
  • Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for film projects.
  • Coordinate with creative teams to establish project milestones, deliverables, and quality standards.
  • Team Leadership:
  • Lead and inspire cross-functional teams, including screenwriters, directors, designers, and production crew.
  • Facilitate regular status meetings to communicate progress, address challenges, and adjust timelines if necessary.
  • Budget & Resource Management:
  • Monitor project budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
  • Provide accurate forecasts and regular financial reports to senior management.
  • Risk Management & Problem Resolution:
  • Identify potential project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
  • Resolve issues and conflicts within teams promptly to maintain project momentum.
  • Stakeholder Communication:
  • Act as the primary contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparent and effective communication.
  • Prepare and deliver project updates and presentations for executive leadership.
  • Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure that creative projects adhere to the Company’s high standards, and meet both aesthetic and production benchmarks.
  • Oversee post-production and ensure final deliverables reflect the creative vision and technical excellence.

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in the film or digital creative industry.
  • Proven track record of managing film projects or large-scale creative projects from start to finish.
  • Skills:
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities with excellent communication skills.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and software.
  • Financial acumen and experience managing project budgets.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Education:
  • A bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Creative Arts, Project Management, or a related field is preferred.
  • Additional Attributes:
  • Passion for African storytelling and cultural narratives.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a creative, fast-paced environment.
  • Flexibility to travel or work remotely as needed.

How to Apply

If you are creative, motivated, and ready to drive innovative film projects, we want to hear from you! Please send your updated resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and any project portfolios (if applicable) to asiko@cbwsentertainment.com; cc: handel@flud.link

Application Deadline: 20th June, 2025

Join us at CBWS Entertainment Ltd and help shape the future of film by bringing authentic and impactful African stories to global audiences. We are excited to see how your expertise can elevate our creative projects to new heights.

Rate:

Negotiable

Location:

United Kingdom

IR35 Status:

Undetermined

Remote Status:

Undetermined

Industry:

Other

Seniority Level:

Not Specified

Job Description: CBWS Entertainment Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Manager for its Creative Department, focusing on film projects. The role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from planning to post-production, while collaborating with various creative professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management within the film industry and a passion for storytelling. This position is based in the United Kingdom and aims to elevate African narratives in film.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for film projects.
  • Coordinate with creative teams to establish project milestones, deliverables, and quality standards.
  • Lead and inspire cross-functional teams, including screenwriters, directors, designers, and production crew.
  • Facilitate regular status meetings to communicate progress, address challenges, and adjust timelines if necessary.
  • Monitor project budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
  • Provide accurate forecasts and regular financial reports to senior management.
  • Identify potential project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
  • Resolve issues and conflicts within teams promptly to maintain project momentum.
  • Act as the primary contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparent and effective communication.
  • Prepare and deliver project updates and presentations for executive leadership.
  • Ensure that creative projects adhere to the Company’s high standards, and meet both aesthetic and production benchmarks.
  • Oversee post-production and ensure final deliverables reflect the creative vision and technical excellence.

Skills Required:

  • Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in the film or digital creative industry.
  • Proven track record of managing film projects or large-scale creative projects from start to finish.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities with excellent communication skills.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and software.
  • Financial acumen and experience managing project budgets.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • A bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Creative Arts, Project Management, or a related field is preferred.
  • Passion for African storytelling and cultural narratives.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a creative, fast-paced environment.
  • Flexibility to travel or work remotely as needed.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Hiring: Project Manager – Creative Department (Film)

Company: CBWS Entertainment Ltd

Location: United Kingdom

CBWS Entertainment Ltd, a premier entertainment tech startup dedicated to elevating African narratives, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to lead our Creative Department in film projects. We invite qualified applicants who are passionate about storytelling, film production, and creative project management to join our innovative team.

About the Role

As the Project Manager for the Creative Department, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of film projects from concept through post-production. You will collaborate with creative directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and other professionals to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and uphold our commitment to quality storytelling that resonates globally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project Planning & Coordination:
  • Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for film projects.
  • Coordinate with creative teams to establish project milestones, deliverables, and quality standards.
  • Team Leadership:
  • Lead and inspire cross-functional teams, including screenwriters, directors, designers, and production crew.
  • Facilitate regular status meetings to communicate progress, address challenges, and adjust timelines if necessary.
  • Budget & Resource Management:
  • Monitor project budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
  • Provide accurate forecasts and regular financial reports to senior management.
  • Risk Management & Problem Resolution:
  • Identify potential project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
  • Resolve issues and conflicts within teams promptly to maintain project momentum.
  • Stakeholder Communication:
  • Act as the primary contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparent and effective communication.
  • Prepare and deliver project updates and presentations for executive leadership.
  • Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure that creative projects adhere to the Company’s high standards, and meet both aesthetic and production benchmarks.
  • Oversee post-production and ensure final deliverables reflect the creative vision and technical excellence.

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in the film or digital creative industry.
  • Proven track record of managing film projects or large-scale creative projects from start to finish.
  • Skills:
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities with excellent communication skills.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and software.
  • Financial acumen and experience managing project budgets.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Education:
  • A bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Creative Arts, Project Management, or a related field is preferred.
  • Additional Attributes:
  • Passion for African storytelling and cultural narratives.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a creative, fast-paced environment.
  • Flexibility to travel or work remotely as needed.

How to Apply

If you are creative, motivated, and ready to drive innovative film projects, we want to hear from you! Please send your updated resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and any project portfolios (if applicable) to asiko@cbwsentertainment.com; cc: handel@flud.link

Application Deadline: 20th June, 2025

Join us at CBWS Entertainment Ltd and help shape the future of film by bringing authentic and impactful African stories to global audiences. We are excited to see how your expertise can elevate our creative projects to new heights.

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