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Sarah Romero

Laguna Niguel,CA

Summary

Experienced Creative Project Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in strategic planning, team leadership, and client communication. Excel in leveraging time management, problem-solving, and adaptability to ensure project success. Bring creativity and critical thinking to deliver projects on schedule while managing resources effectively.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

AgencyResourceManager

Schiefer Chopshop Agency
Costa Mesa, CA
03.2022 - 04.2024
  • Increased project efficiency by 20% through the implementation of Workfront project management tools and improved communication between creative, strategy, digital, and media teams
  • Worked closely with the finance department to refine revenue forecasts, identify potential areas of expansion, and maximize profitability.
  • Led staffing for 50+ people across multiple departments and time zones, aligning talent with business needs.
  • Managed entire employee lifecycle from hiring to induction, ensuring smooth hiring process for organizational development.

ProjectManager/ResourceManager

Taco Bell Design
Irvine, CA
09.2019 - 03.2022
  • Led the creation and execution of Forecast, a resource management process that boosted productivity of full-time employees while greatly reducing freelance spending by 70%
  • Implemented comprehensive project plans encompassing budgeting, risk mitigation strategies, task assignments and milestone tracking resulting in on-time delivery of projects with exceptional client satisfaction.
  • Successfully coordinating end-to-end execution of multiple project types spanning email marketing, social media, POP, packaging, and campaign launches.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.

ProjectManager

Schiefer Chopshop Agency
Costa Mesa, CA
01.2017 - 09.2019
  • Successfully handled the communication and budgeting aspects of 40+ simultaneous projects, with a cumulative budget exceeding $1,500,000
  • Successfully completed deployment of a new DAM solution, resulting in more productive search and handling of creative assets.
  • Managed project stakeholder relationships with internal and external teams.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.

eCommerceDigitalProjectManager

Oakley, Inc.
Foothill Ranch, CA
03.2016 - 01.2017
  • Oversaw the UX/UI design of Oakley.com's e-commerce, marketing and branding projects
  • Managed localization translations with vigilance and attention to detail on all global campaigns for consistency in messaging
  • Guided cross-functional teams to complete system development using agile strategies and definitive tasks.

IntegratedProducer

Saatchi & Saatchi
Torrance, CA
08.2011 - 03.2016
  • Managed project operations from initiation to completion including scope management, budgeting, scheduling, and reporting for internal/client meetings.
  • Successfully coordinated and directed all aspects of a comprehensive vehicle campaign launch which included updating the website, managing social media platforms, producing pre-roll videos and dynamic banners as well as creating engaging content.

AssociateDigitalProducer

Innocean Worldwide Americas
Huntington Beach, CA
12.2008 - 07.2011
  • Managed updates for a freestanding display kiosk named 'the tube' through front-end development.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Advertising

Northern Arizona University

Skills

  • Project management
  • Resource management
  • Production
  • Problem-solving
  • Meticulous organization skills
  • Communication
  • Revenue projections
  • Talent management
  • Recruitment
  • Budgeting
  • Risk mitigation strategies
  • Stakeholder management
  • Creative asset handling
  • CMS updates
  • Localization translations
  • Agile methodologies
  • Scope management
  • Triple bidding processes
  • Scheduling
  • Reporting
  • Billing processing
  • Front-end development
  • Time Management
  • Organizational Skills

Timeline

AgencyResourceManager

Schiefer Chopshop Agency
03.2022 - 04.2024

ProjectManager/ResourceManager

Taco Bell Design
09.2019 - 03.2022

ProjectManager

Schiefer Chopshop Agency
01.2017 - 09.2019

eCommerceDigitalProjectManager

Oakley, Inc.
03.2016 - 01.2017

IntegratedProducer

Saatchi & Saatchi
08.2011 - 03.2016

AssociateDigitalProducer

Innocean Worldwide Americas
12.2008 - 07.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Advertising

Northern Arizona University

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