Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER — ILLUMINATE COMMUNICATIONLocation: ChennaiExperience: 3–5 years, preferably within a creative, branding, advertising or social media agencyEmployment: Full-time, in-officeAbout the RoleIlluminate Communication is looking for an organised, proactive and highly dependable Project Manager to oversee branding, social media, design, digital and content-production projects from brief to final delivery.You will serve as the central point of coordination between clients, creative teams, developers, production partners and external vendors, bringing clarity and structure to every project while ensuring that deliverables are completed accurately and on time.Key ResponsibilitiesManage multiple client projects and monthly retainers simultaneously.Translate client requirements into clear briefs, timelines, responsibilities and deliverables.Assign and prioritise tasks across the internal team based on deadlines and available resources.Track progress daily, conduct regular follow-ups and proactively prevent delays.Coordinate client feedback, internal revisions and final approvals.Review deliverables for accuracy, completeness and alignment with the approved brief before they are shared with clients.Manage timelines for branding projects, content calendars, campaigns, shoots, websites and other creative assignments.Coordinate with photographers, videographers, models, stylists, developers, printers and other external partners.Maintain organised records of briefs, approvals, timelines, project status and final files.Identify scope changes, additional requirements and potential timeline concerns at an early stage.Work closely with the Founder and team leads to plan resources, streamline workflows and improve project efficiency.Keep the accounts team informed about project milestones, additional work, invoicing requirements and payment follow-ups.What We’re Looking For3–5 years of relevant project management or client-servicing experience (in a creative agency)Experience managing clients and multidisciplinary creative teams.Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.A practical understanding of branding, design, social media, digital and content-production workflows.The ability to take complete ownership, anticipate problems and follow through without constant supervision.Confidence in managing client expectations, feedback and difficult conversations professionally.Familiarity with project-management, collaboration and productivity tools.A calm, solutions-oriented approach suited to a fast-paced creative agency.The Ideal CandidateYou are someone who brings structure to creative work. You understand that strong project management is not simply about following up - it is about thinking ahead, creating clarity, protecting timelines and enabling both clients and creative teams to do their best work.You are proactive, accountable and comfortable taking ownership from the moment a brief is received until the final deliverable is approved.ApplySend your resume to rhea@illuminatecommunication.com with the subject line:Application – Project ManagerAlong with your resume, please include a short note explaining:Why you are interested in joining Illuminate Communication.Why you believe you would be a strong fit for this role.