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Newhall Klein is seeking a Project Manager fo rits Kalamazoo, Mich., operation. This a full-time, mid-senior level position in project management and customer service in marketing and advertisting.

Job Description

Newhall Klein is seeking a dynamic Project Manager, a position that involves a lot more than just managing timings and deliverables of several projects concurrently.  The Newhall Klein project manager is intricately involved in everything the company does, from client liaison to internal stakeholder coordination through to external supplier management. Project managers are seen as the glue that holds projects together and ensures they are completed them on time.  Project managers take a high profile customer service role, internally and externally. These folks make the company’s sales and management teams shine.

The company says: “We look for candidates who have been involved in marketing, packaging or advertising, as the role requires a solid understanding of brand and customer marketing. So when asked by someone: ‘What does a Project Manager do?’ -- our answer is ‘everything.’”

Being a project manager at Newhall Klein affords a person the opportunity to learn about all aspects of the business and hence offers good growth opportunities within the business. The successful candidate will be part of a young and dynamic team, this role guarantees vast experience across a broad range of branding, packaging and marketing scenarios. We are looking for a go-getter, who is resourceful and conscientious. The Project Manager will work closely with an Account Executive and Senior Creative to deliver solutions. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate an ability to multitask and deliver multiple projects under fairly tight deadlines.
Full training and integration will be provided.

Desired Skills and Experience
• Be adept at problem solving.
• Food, beverage and packaging experience a plus
• Organised, particular, keen eye for detail.
• Must have a passion for marketing and be willing to learn
• Must work well with fellow staff (People orientated).
• Good communication skills.
• Intuititive - can anticipate needed outcomes and deliver on them
• Capable and willing to go the extra mile.
• Strong time management skills (multi-tasking).

Qualifications:
• University Degree: Marketing / Business or similar, or related tertiary qualification from a Marketing and  Advertising School.
• Project Management qualification will be beneficial.
• 1 – 2 years work experience in either marketing, advertising or consulting.
• MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Company Description
Newhall Klein is a dynamic marketing and design agency in Kalamazoo, Mich.  All salaries are commensurate with experience, and a full benefits package includes dental and vision.

Schawk! Inc. / Anthem! Worldwide is seeking a Strategic Account Manager for its Battle Creek location. This is a full-time mid-senior level business development position in marketing and advertising.

The Strategic Account Executive is responsible for partnering with a team of account and creative colleagues to deliver strategic packaging design, brand identity work and new product innovation projects for a major cereal and snacks manufacturer in Battle Creek, MI.  

Key responsibilities include building the client relationship, identifying consumer insights, articulating creative strategy and developing and delivering compelling client presentations. The ideal candidate is a team-player and self-starter who is resourceful, adaptable, has stellar attention to detail and possesses the ability to prioritize, plan and inspire the Account, Creative and Client teams.

Job Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic oversight for assigned businesses
• Cultivate and nurture strong Client and agency relationships
• Partner with Account colleagues to provide proper support and elevation of creative projects
• Partner with Design Directors to determine and facilitate strategic design approach
• Develop & deliver compelling client presentations
• Proactively build knowledge of branding,marketing and design strategies
• Lead high-level creative projects including generation of estimates, briefs, timelines, etc.
• Collaborate with other Schawk and Anthem offices on key projects
• Occasional attendance of qualitative research groups

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Qualifications / Requirements:
• Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Business,Advertising, Communications or related field
• 3-5 years experience in Agency Account Management
• Software: Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint / Keynote
• Knowledge of Marketing and Branding
• Effective Communicator
• Team player
• Proven ability to establish and foster Client relationships, manage process, and steer great creative
• CPG and packaging experience preferred
• Company Description

Schawk, Inc., is a leading provider of brand point management services, enabling companies of all sizes to connect their brands with consumers to create deeper brand affinity. With a global footprint of 48 offices, Schawk helps companies create compelling and consistent brand experiences by providing integrated strategic, creative and executional services across brand touchpoints at home, on the go, at the store and on the shelf. Founded in 1953, Schawk is trusted by many of the world’s leading organizations to help them achieve global brand consistency.