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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Other Skills Activities
Certification
Additional Information
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Scott Nelson

Chicago,IL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. More than 15 years experience in cross-channel delivery for brands of all shapes and sizes. Extensive collaborator with cross-functional teams internally, externally, and client-side in multiple geographies.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Publicis Groupe
05.2016 - Current
  • Brands: Intel, Allstate, Jim Beam, Coors Light, Kellogg’s, Purina; Projects: shopper marketing software, e-mail, digital and social media assets, broadcast, web development, multi-channel campaigns, loyalty program promotional campaigns
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.

Sr. Project Manager

Freelance
01.2007 - 05.2016
  • Brands: McDonald’s, SC Johnson, Sears, Insigniam Consulting, Lowe’s, Wells Fargo, Sprint, General Motors, Ford; Projects: e-mail, web development, promotional campaigns
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.
  • Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.

Sr. Associate, Interactive Program Management

SapientNitro
08.2012 - 02.2014
  • Brands: John Deere, Hyatt, Northern Trust; Projects: web development, UX research/discovery, SEO
  • Defined work plans in alignment with stakeholder requirements.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.

Project Manager

Critical Mass
02.2010 - 08.2012
  • Brands: Hyatt, USAA, Nissan/Infiniti; Projects: web development/maintenance, UX research/discovery, SEO
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.

Sr. Project Manager

Freelance
10.2009 - 01.2010
  • Brands: McDonald’s, SC Johnson, Sears, Insigniam Consulting, Lowe’s, Wells Fargo, Sprint, General Motors, Ford; Projects: e-mail, web development, promotional campaigns

Project Manager

Critical Mass
05.2008 - 06.2009
  • Brands: Hyatt, USAA, Nissan/Infiniti; Projects: web development/maintenance, UX research/discovery, SEO
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.

Sr. Project Manager

Freelance
01.2007 - 03.2008
  • Brands: McDonald’s, SC Johnson, Sears, Insigniam Consulting, Lowe’s, Wells Fargo, Sprint, General Motors, Ford; Projects: e-mail, web development, promotional campaigns

Marketing Consultant/Project Manager

Media Genesis
03.2005 - 12.2006
  • Brands: Foley, Baron, & Metzger Law, McGregor Fund nonprofit, Slipnot, Best Block; Projects: web development/maintenance, branding, print, research/discovery, SEO

Education

B.A. Telecommunication, minor in business -

Michigan State University
01.2003

Skills

  • More than 15 years of experience in cross-channel delivery for brands of all shapes and sizes Extensive collaborator with cross-functional teams internally, externally, and client-side in multiple geographies
  • Resource Allocation
  • Project Tracking
  • Risk Management
  • Project Management
  • Project Planning
  • Schedule Management
  • Processes and Procedures

Other Skills Activities

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Google, MS Project, Jira, Basecamp, Workfront, Smartsheet, Screendragon
  • PMP certified, December 2017
  • Condo association Treasurer
  • Greater Chicago Food Depository volunteer

Certification

  • PMP - Project Management Professional

Additional Information

- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Google, MS Project, Jira, Basecamp, Workfront, Smartsheet, Screendragon

- Condo association Treasurer

- Greater Chicago Food Depository volunteer

Timeline

Project Manager

Publicis Groupe
05.2016 - Current

Sr. Associate, Interactive Program Management

SapientNitro
08.2012 - 02.2014

Project Manager

Critical Mass
02.2010 - 08.2012

Sr. Project Manager

Freelance
10.2009 - 01.2010

Project Manager

Critical Mass
05.2008 - 06.2009

Sr. Project Manager

Freelance
01.2007 - 05.2016

Sr. Project Manager

Freelance
01.2007 - 03.2008

Marketing Consultant/Project Manager

Media Genesis
03.2005 - 12.2006

B.A. Telecommunication, minor in business -

Michigan State University
Scott Nelson