hi there, we’re amika. a friend to hair, hairstylists, her, him, them, + you. amika means friend in the language esperanto and is a symbol of our belief in the power of community + the beauty of diversity.
brooklyn-born + salon raised: where creativity + culture is a way of life. we’re a collective of creatives, hairstylists, chemists, + product enthusiasts that like to bend the rules.
we created 11 collections for every hair type, texture + style - all hair is welcome.
the job:
amika is looking for a highly organized and dynamic Creative Project Manager/Producer to join our creative services team. this person will be responsible for producing monthly social and product shoots, tracking creative assets through post-production, and keeping project boards, timelines, and requirements succinct for creative execution. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical understanding, and project management acumen to ensure seamless execution of various creative projects.
location: Brooklyn, NY (can work remotely, must be willing and able to come into office when needed)
salary: $80,000 - $100,000 + benefits
what you'll do
- produce monthly ecomm imagery and social photo/video shoots, ensuring content is delivered on schedule and in budget.
- act as the central hub for post-production workflows, meticulously managing the tracking, editing, and final delivery of all photo and video assets to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
- facilitate cross-functional communication among teams, including creative, marketing, operational departments, and external vendors, to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.
- enhance team communication and project transparency by effectively managing project boards on Asana, keeping all project details current and accessible to all team members.
- collaborate with creative directors and stakeholders to understand project requirements, objectives, and creative direction.
- facilitate collaboration across a diverse creative team, including graphic designers, video editors, copywriters, and external vendors, to ensure cohesive and high-quality outputs.
- Negotiate and manage contracts with creative freelancers, ensuring clear understanding of project scopes and deliverables.
- stay abreast of industry trends, tools, and technologies that can enhance our creative output and streamline creative processes.
must haves:
- a minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Creative Project Manager or Producer, ideally within a fast-paced agency or in-house creative team.
- proficient in project management tools (Asana preferred) with a knack for keeping projects and teams organized and on track.
- knowledge of the creative production process, with a keen understanding of the creative and technical requirements involved.
- familiarity with digital media formats, production equipment, and creative software tools.
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and collaborate with diverse teams.
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- ability to work 10-14hr days on photoshoots.
nice-to-haves
- bachelor's degree in a related field such as Marketing, Communications, Photo/Video, or Media Studies.
- experience with digital marketing strategies and understanding their interplay with creative content.
- proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Capture One, Box, Frame IO.
ready to apply?
Please click the link that will bring you to our careers page through Greenhouse. Submit a cover letter describing yourself and why you’d be the perfect fit, along with your resume.
