Project Manager

We’re looking for a Project Manager to help streamline operations and support our growing team. In this role, you’ll ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with the Creative Director and Senior Project Manager, you’ll oversee project execution, maintain client relationships, and support business operations.

Our team works in person at our SF studio three days a week. We’re also open to fully remote candidates who can work within PST hours.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients and vendors, managing day-to-day communications and ensuring smooth collaboration.

  • Oversee a range of tasks for various clients, including tracking budgets, coordinating meetings, and following up on action items.

  • Work with the Senior Project Manager and Directors to define project scope, budgets, and schedules, ensuring all necessary controls are in place.

  • Utilize time-tracking and project management tools to set up projects, monitor progress, and ensure accurate budget tracking.

  • Maintain thorough project documentation and archiving.

  • Support new business efforts, including writing proposals and researching prospective clients.

  • Help foster studio culture by coordinating team outings, field trips, and social events.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

  • 5+ years of project management, production, or marketing experience in an agency or in-house environment.

  • Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

  • Strong written, analytical, problem-solving, and verbal communication skills.

  • Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Word, and Harvest.

  • Knowledge of digital and print production is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Paid time off - starts with two weeks, accrues with tenure, plus public holidays and two weeks when we typically close at the end of the year

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance

  • 401K with matching contributions

  • Base salary depending on experience

Please send a resume in PDF format to careers@manualcreative.com along with a letter of interest. Please include “Project Manager” in the subject line.

Internship Program

Our ~3-4 month internship program offered in the Autumn, Summer, and Spring each year, provides an opportunity for students and emerging designers to work in Manual’s fast-paced studio in the Dogpatch in San Francisco.

We are an intentionally small, independent team of designers and art directors. Our diverse and inspiring client list includes global retail brands, local/independent businesses and innovative technology companies. Interns work closely with senior creatives and contribute to client projects on everything from branding and identity to project research and general production tasks. Interns will gain hands-on experience and exposure to the skills required to succeed in a professional design studio.

In order to apply you must:

  • Be pursuing a degree in design (BA, BFA, MFA) in design at an accredited university, or graduated within the last 12 months.
  • Enthusiastic/willing to learn
  • Strong communication skills
  • Self-motivated and proactive team player
  • Adobe Creative Suite expertise (Illustrator/InDesign/Photoshop)--motion skills are a bonus
  • Keen interest in brand identity, logo design, and typography
  • Have as much interest in digital as in print

FAQs:

  1. Do you consider international applicants?
    Yes, but you must have a valid work visa. More information can be found here.
  2. What are the hours?
    Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm, with an hour for lunch. Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate part time interns.
  3. Will I receive compensation/class credit?
    We offer a stipend, paid on a bi-weekly basis through our payroll service and are happy to discuss academic credit with successful candidates
  4. How long does the internship last?
    Internships typically last 3-4 months (Winter, Spring, Summer).

How do I apply?

Please APPLY HERE: If you have additional materials or attachments, please send to hello@manualcreative.com with subject line ‘Design Internship: YEAR’