Creative Project Manager

Job Title: Creative Project Manager

Location: Pune (On-site)

Department: Creative | Brand & Marketing

Level: Mid-Level (Assistant Manager/Project Manager)

About the Role

We’re looking for a Creative Project Manager who can bring structure, clarity, and flow to our in-house creative team at Palmonas. This role is ideal for someone who’s from a management or operations background but has a strong understanding and appreciation for creative processes - design, photography, video, and brand communication.

You’ll work closely with our Creative Lead, designers, photo-video team, catalog, retail, and marketing team to ensure creative projects move smoothly from concept to completion - on time, within scope, and aligned with PALMONAS’ aesthetic standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Coordination: Translate creative briefs into clear project timelines, deliverables, and responsibilities.
• Workflow & Resource Management: Plan, prioritize, and track all creative tasks - ensuring smooth coordination between designers, editors, stylists, and photographers.
• Process Ownership: Establish repeatable processes for approvals, feedback, and handovers (from concept to final asset delivery).
• Budget & Vendor Coordination: Manage shoot budgets, vendor negotiations, and freelance collaborations efficiently.
• Team Operations: Support creative team productivity - handle logistics, schedules, shoot planning, and coordination with marketing or e-commerce teams.
• Creative Quality Alignment: Ensure output aligns with brand guidelines and creative intent without stifling innovation.
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain project trackers, dashboards, and performance reports for leadership visibility.

Who You Are

• A degree in Business, Marketing, Media, or Communication Management (MBA or PGDM preferred) or equivalent work experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in project management, creative operations, or production management - ideally in a brand, agency, or content studio.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Working understanding of creative tools and workflows (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Premiere, or project management tools like Asana, Notion, or Trello).
• Appreciation for design, fashion, and content - you get how creative people work.
• Calm under pressure and solutions-oriented; can balance creative flexibility with operational structure.

What Success Looks Like

• Projects consistently delivered on time and with minimal rework.
• The creative team functions more efficiently and less reactively.
• Improved cross-functional communication between creative, marketing, and management.
• A clear sense of visibility and accountability within the creative pipeline.