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Erwin Brion

Costa Mesa,CA

Summary

Agency-trained project leader with 15+ years managing high-profile digital and creative campaigns for global brands. Skilled in client communications, cross-functional leadership, and delivering innovative marketing solutions on time and within budget.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Project Manager

Drake Cooper
05.2024 - 08.2025
  • Drive end-to-end project lifecycles for creative campaigns and website redesigns, balancing client needs with agency workflows.
  • Partner with strategy, media, and creative teams to align project goals with brand strategy.
  • Anticipate risks and implement real-time solutions to keep projects on track.

Sr. Digital Producer (Freelance)

Saatchi & Saatchi
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Led content and platform enhancements for Toyota.com and Toyota Owners, producing award-level campaign deliverables.
  • Ensured flawless execution of creative deliverables across complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
  • Supported account roadmaps to optimize resourcing and deliver future-ready creative.

Program Director / Program Manager

VMLY&R (Garage Team Mazda)
07.2021 - 06.2023
  • Directed agency-side delivery of Mazda’s marketing initiatives, overseeing a portfolio of campaigns across multiple channels.
  • Managed and mentored a team of 10 PMs and associates, driving consistency and excellence in execution.
  • Partnered with business leads to ensure creative output aligned with client strategy.

Sr. Digital Producer

VMLY&R
09.2017 - 06.2021
  • Oversaw creative development and digital campaign execution for MazdaUSA.com, regional sites, and social platforms.
  • Collaborated with creative and account teams to establish workflows, increasing efficiency across departments.

Education

B.A. - Business Administration

University of Kansas
05.1998

Skills

  • Project Leadership: Client Communication, Team Management, Workflow Development, Scope Management, Cost Control
  • Creative/Agency Expertise: Campaign Management, Digital Content, Multi-channel Campaigns, Social Media, Cross-functional Communication, Training and Mentoring

Timeline

Sr. Project Manager

Drake Cooper
05.2024 - 08.2025

Sr. Digital Producer (Freelance)

Saatchi & Saatchi
07.2023 - 03.2024

Program Director / Program Manager

VMLY&R (Garage Team Mazda)
07.2021 - 06.2023

Sr. Digital Producer

VMLY&R
09.2017 - 06.2021

B.A. - Business Administration

University of Kansas
Erwin Brion