Overview<\/p>\n
\tThe Digital Production Assistant \/ Project Manager is a key operational driver responsible for managing digital-first production workflows, coordinating suppliers and internal teams, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification.\u00a0
\n\tThe position plays a central role in the successful delivery of projects, working across production and project management disciplines. This role is responsible for translating briefs into actionable plans, coordinating internal teams and external suppliers, managing timelines and budgets, and ensuring work is delivered to a high standard.
\n\tOperating in a fast-paced environment, the role requires a highly organised, detail-oriented individual who can manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong communication, structure, and momentum from brief through to final delivery.<\/p>\n
Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Production & Project Delivery<\/p>\n
\tManage the end-to-end delivery of projects, from initial brief through to final execution
\n\tFacilitate production briefs entering the system and ensure clarity of scope, requirements, and timelines
\n\tCoordinate and manage suppliers across print, digital, and integrated production outputs
\n\tEnsure all deliverables meet agreed quality standards, specifications, and deadlines<\/p>\n
Project Management & Planning<\/p>\n
\tCreate, manage and maintain detailed project timelines, milestones, and schedules
\n\tMonitor project progress, proactively identifying risks, bottlenecks, or delays
\n\tImplement solutions to maintain momentum and ensure projects stay on track
\n\tManage multiple concurrent projects without compromising accuracy or delivery standards
\n\tMaintain organised project documentation and status tracking<\/p>\n
Supplier & Stakeholder Management<\/p>\n
\tAct as a key point of contact between internal teams and external suppliers
\n\tAllocate work to suppliers based on availability, skillset, scope, and cost efficiency
\n\tBuild and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
\n\tSupport supplier onboarding and ongoing supplier administration
\n\tEnsure clear communication and alignment across all parties involved in a project<\/p>\n
Financial & Administrative Management<\/p>\n
\tTrack and manage project budgets throughout the production lifecycle
\n\tEnsure financial processes and workflows are followed accurately
\n\tMaintain awareness of costs, approvals, and budget constraints
\n\tFlag potential scope creep, budget risks, or timing implications early
\n\tSupport financial documentation, cost tracking, and reconciliation<\/p>\n
Collaboration & Communication<\/p>\n
\tWork closely with Client Service and internal teams to gain a thorough understanding of project requirements
\n\tTranslate briefs into clear, actionable production instructions
\n\tFacilitate regular check-ins, status updates, and project meetings
\n\tEnsure all teams are aligned on priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
\n\tCommunicate clearly, professionally, and proactively at all times<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
Experience & Background<\/p>\n
\tA minimum of 3+ years experience working within an advertising agency environment
\n\tStrong exposure to production workflows, supplier management, and financial processes
\n\tExperience working across administrative, operational, and production functions
\n\tProven ability to support high-volume, fast-moving project environments<\/p>\n
Additional information<\/p>\n
Skills & Capabilities<\/p>\n
\tStrong hybrid capability across both production and project management
\n\tExcellent organisational, planning, and time-management skills
\n\tHigh attention to detail and strong documentation discipline
\n\tConfident multitasker with the ability to manage competing priorities
\n\tStrong problem-solving skills with a calm, solutions-focused approach
\n\tExcellent verbal and written communication skills
\n\tStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
\n\tFinancial awareness and budget management capability<\/p>\n
Tools & Systems<\/p>\n
\tProject management and production tools
\n\tMicrosoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
\n\tAbility to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and workflows<\/p>\n
Personal Attributes<\/p>\n
\tHighly reliable, proactive, and self-motivated
\n\tCalm under pressure and comfortable working in deadline-driven environments
\n\tPositive, collaborative team player
\n\tNaturally organised with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
\n\tCommitted to continuous learning and professional development<\/p>\n
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