Job Description
Company description Powered locally and aligned globally, Publicis Production EMEA Hub forms the regional backbone of Publicis Production. With over 1.200 talented professionals based in the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland, the UK, and Mauritius, we enable smarter, faster, and more connected content delivery for global brands. Our integrated capabilities include post and primary production, versioning, commerce, web development, CRM, and language services. As part of the global Publicis Production network, our mission is to transform production into a true growth driver. By combining tech, data, automation, and AI, we deliver intelligent content at scale. We are proud to power Publicis Groupe's ambition to build the world's best global integrated production offering. Overview The Project Manager will oversee the end-to-end execution of video and film adaptation projects, ensuring high-quality delivery within defined budgets and timelines. This role requires strong organizational skills, exceptional client management abilities, and a thorough understanding of post-production workflows. The ideal candidate has experience coordinating video production in a fast-paced, international environment, ideally within a creative or advertising agency. They must be confident managing multiple stakeholders, communicating across time zones, and collaborating with internal and external teams, including Traffic, Sound, Motion Design, and Finance. A strong grasp of scheduling, cost estimation, and quality assurance is essential. This position is best suited for someone who thrives on complexity, excels at problem-solving, and enjoys bringing structure and leadership to creative projects. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for clients, translating briefs into actionable plans and overseeing execution from start to finish. Manage all film and video adaptation requests within a set budget, assessing available resources and estimating costs. Organize and lead the full post-production process in collaboration with internal departments such as Traffic, Sound, Motion Design, and Finance. Liaise with external partners for casting, recording sessions, and video broadcasting schedules. Receive, clarify, and analyze client requests to define clear project scopes. Prepare cost estimates, proposals, and manage the financial workflow including purchase orders, tracking, and billing. Monitor project progress, lead regular production meetings, and provide consistent updates to stakeholders. Implement and enforce quality control standards to ensure deliverables meet technical and client expectations. Oversee asset management, including versioning and archiving, to maintain an efficient production pipeline. Manage client feedback, update documentation, and ensure alignment across revisions and change requests. Advise clients and teams on post-production optimizations to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Conduct post-project evaluations to gather insights and drive continuous improvement. Work effectively across multiple markets and time zones, ensuring coordination with global teams. Manage, support, and motivate team members to foster a collaborative and productive environment. Demonstrate leadership by proactively resolving risks, managing issues, and ensuring delivery milestones are met. Qualifications Previous experience as a Project Manager, Account Manager, or in a similar coordination role within a creative, media, or advertising environment. Familiarity with advertising, graphic design, print, or video production is highly advantageous. Fluent in English and French (written and spoken). Demonstrated expertise in scheduling, requirements analysis, cost estimation, and financial management (e.g., billing, PO tracking). Strong ability to prioritize tasks and work independently, while maintaining effective communication with internal teams and external clients. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset. Proactive, solution-oriented, and able to work well under pressure in a dynamic, deadline-driven setting. Additional information Opportunity to develop in a stable company with an established position in the market. Extensive range of online training courses in cooperation with reputable market partners. Opportunity to participate in international and local development projects and programmes. International working environment. Attractive package of non-wage benefit. Friendly and casual working atmosphere in a close-knit team filled with positive energy.
Previous experience as a Project Manager, Account Manager, or in a similar coordination role within a creative, media, or advertising environment. Familiarity with advertising, graphic design, print, or video production is highly advantageous. Fluent in English and French (written and spoken). Demonstrated expertise in scheduling, requirements analysis, cost estimation, and financial management (e.g., billing, PO tracking). Strong ability to prioritize tasks and work independently, while maintaining effective communication with internal teams and external clients. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset. Proactive, solution-oriented, and able to work well under pressure in a dynamic, deadline-driven setting.
Act as the primary point of contact for clients, translating briefs into actionable plans and overseeing execution from start to finish. Manage all film and video adaptation requests within a set budget, assessing available resources and estimating costs. Organize and lead the full post-production process in collaboration with internal departments such as Traffic, Sound, Motion Design, and Finance. Liaise with external partners for casting, recording sessions, and video broadcasting schedules. Receive, clarify, and analyze client requests to define clear project scopes. Prepare cost estimates, proposals, and manage the financial workflow including purchase orders, tracking, and billing. Monitor project progress, lead regular production meetings, and provide consistent updates to stakeholders. Implement and enforce quality control standards to ensure deliverables meet technical and client expectations. Oversee asset management, including versioning and archiving, to maintain an efficient production pipeline. Manage client feedback, update documentation, and ensure alignment across revisions and change requests. Advise clients and teams on post-production optimizations to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Conduct post-project evaluations to gather insights and drive continuous improvement. Work effectively across multiple markets and time zones, ensuring coordination with global teams. Manage, support, and motivate team members to foster a collaborative and productive environment. Demonstrate leadership by proactively resolving risks, managing issues, and ensuring delivery milestones are met.