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The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today's dynamic global economy. The Ross School of Business mission is to build a better world through business. Through our powerful ideas, purpose-driven leaders, and positive impact, we empower business leaders to improve the world. Learn more about Ross HERE.

This role is hybrid with on-site expectations in Ann Arbor, MI 3 days per week. You will work during early mornings, nights, or weekends. For a full job description, see link here. For questions about this role, email RossHRRecruiting@umich.edu.

Please note: To be considered for this position, candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Ross School of Business does not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

We are looking for an innovative Creative Operations Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the creative workflow and resources including print and promotional materials-ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Your role will involve planning, scheduling, and budgeting creative projects. You will also be responsible for maintaining project documentation, tracking progress, and providing regular updates to the marketing team. You will work closely with designers and other creative professionals.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You should be proficient in project management software and have a solid understanding of the creative process. Have a background in marketing, advertising, or a related field. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for creativity and a knack for organization, we would love to hear from you.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days)
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Flexible Work Program
• Ross Onsite Fitness Center

• Coordinate creative projects from concept to completion.
• Develop project timelines and ensure deadlines are met.
• Work with vendors to order promotional materials and print materials.
• Support designers and other creative professionals.
• Liaise with team members to understand project requirements.
• Maintain project documentation and track progress.
• Provide regular updates to the marketing team.
• Manage project budgets.
• Help resolve issues or conflicts that arise during the project.
• Ensure effective communication between all project team members.
• Evaluate project performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee and distribute brand assets.
• Organize and archive print and other other marketing materials.
• Organize and archive photography.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, or a related field and 2+ years of experience as a Creative Coordinator or similar role
• Strong project management skills; proficiency in project management software
• Solid understanding of the creative process
• Creative Suite background
• Experience working with cross-functional teams

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Salary Information:

The posting range for this position is $58,300 to 71,900. This posting range reflects multiple factors involved in determining compensation, such as skills, experience, training, certifications, and other organizational needs. At Ross, it is not common for new hires to be offered a salary at the upper end of the range. Compensation decisions are based on the details of each situation.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.