The Opportunity - Freelance, Senior Project Manager (Digital Marketing Projects)
6-Month Part-Time Contract (Extension Potential)
Northern is seeking an experienced Freelance Digital Marketing Project Manager to lead and drive the success of digital marketing initiatives for one of our key clients.
In this 6-month, part-time, contract position, you'll be the cornerstone of our project delivery, ensuring every initiative launches on time, within budget, and exceeds client expectations. You'll own the full project lifecycle, from strategic planning through successful completion, while serving as the primary point of contact for our clients.
What You'll Do
Project Ownership & Management
- Own end-to-end project management across multiple client accounts, including planning, QA, scope management, scheduling, and cost determination
- Develop, maintain, and refine realistic project schedules for diverse marketing campaigns (paid media, SEO, email marketing, etc.)
- Manage project changes, remediation, and scope adjustments while protecting timelines and budgets
- Ensure all deliverables meet the highest quality standards and launch on time and within budget
Client Leadership & Communication
- Serve as the primary client contact, driving clear, timely decision-making and fostering strong partnerships
- Deliver strategic guidance on short and long-term marketing initiatives and technical solutions
- Present innovative alternatives and solutions that align with client business objectives
- Provide consistent, transparent visibility across all stakeholders on activities, milestones, costs, deliverables, and risks
- Build positive, collaborative relationships that drive client satisfaction and retention
Team & Resource Management
- Leverage project management tools to facilitate seamless communication across internal and external teams
- Maintain organized project backlogs and ensure teams have clear direction and access to work efficiently
- Prepare resourcing forecasts for weekly cross-functional planning meetings
- Mentor and support project teams to deliver exceptional results
Reporting & Administration
- Develop and deliver comprehensive project status updates and performance reports to clients
- Create time and value estimates for scope additions and additional client work
- Manage monthly invoicing and project financials
What you’ll Provide
Experience & Education
- 5+ years of senior-level digital marketing project management experience
- College diploma/university degree in related field, OR equivalent professional experience
- Proven agency background managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects
Core Skills
- Strategic project planning, budget management, and P&L responsibility for digital initiatives
- Expert-level client communication, relationship management, and stakeholder alignment
- Deep understanding of digital marketing strategies (SEO, PPC, Social, Email, Marketing Automation, etc.)
- Strong grasp of business fundamentals including sales funnels, ROI optimization, and market trends
- Exceptional organization, time management, and ability to lead teams or mentor junior staff
Technical Skills
- Google Suite proficiency
- Advanced project management tools experience (Asana, Click-up, Monday.com, etc.)
Additional
- Valid passport and willingness to travel within North America when needed
- Ability to work independently and drive results with minimal oversight
This is a high-impact role in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your leadership directly influences success. You'll work with motivated teams, engaged clients, and have the opportunity for contract extension, based on business needs and assigned project success.
Benefits of Becoming a Northern Contractor
In exchange for your talent, Northern offers:
- Competitive Rates
- Flexible work to promote work-life integration
- Remote-first or hybrid flexibility
- Asynchronous work
- Supportive Operations Team
- 15-25 hours a week
About Northern
Headquartered in London, Ontario, Canada, Northern is an integrated digital solutions agency that partners with leading Commercial and Public Service organizations to navigate digital change. We bring together strategy, experience design, data, marketing, and technology to create connected digital experiences that help our clients engage their audiences, accelerate growth, and achieve meaningful business outcomes.
Since our founding in 2015, Northern has grown into a team of 200+ digital experts, receiving multiple recognitions in employee engagement from Great Place to Work® Canada, including Best Workplaces™ for Inclusion, Women, Mental Health, Hybrid Work, and more.
Equity and Diversity
Northern welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity, employment equity, and diversity in the workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including but not limited to members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, individuals with diverse abilities, and those of all gender identities and expressions.
We are also committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available at every stage of the hiring process. If you require support or adjustments to participate fully, please let us know when you apply, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
AI Use & Interview Transparency:
Northern uses AI tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as drafting interview questions and organizing candidate information. We may also record and transcribe interviews to ensure accuracy and consistency in our evaluations. Rest assured, you will be speaking with real live human beings!
If you prefer not to be recorded or require an accommodation, please let us know in advance. This will not affect your candidacy. All interview information is used solely for recruitment purposes and managed in accordance with Ontario privacy requirements.
