Resource Manager

Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world’s top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today’s content experience. WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore. WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. What does Resource Manager do at Hogarth? The Resource Manager proactively supports the management of resources across all the creative and Studio business in Hogarth They work closely with the Global Studio Capability Integration Director, Studio Resource Director, and Hogarth teams to be the liaison between the client needs and the resources. This Resource Manager helps align skills and talent across our global network to provide solutions on all deliverables within our talent network. Key Responsibilities: Act as a point of contact for resource requests coordinating with Team Leads and talents to identify bandwidth and skill capabilities Coordinate with all agency partners and freelance/contract support to help identify and secure the right talent for each job Effectively collaborate with others in the Post Production and Multi-Channel Design process Delegate resources and oversee the progress of projects to ensure Hogarth is meeting creative and business objectives Evaluate the skills, availability, and workload of team members, identifying potential gaps, and developing resource plans to optimize productivity and improve current operational processes Partner with Talent Acquisition to maintain a robust freelance/contract network of resources to support the ebb and flow of work coming into the studio, tapping into global resources as needed Onboard new freelancers, vendors, and partner resources Facilitate documentation completion and approval for prospective resources Manage existing freelancers and vendors for extensions and job assignments Daily communication with teams to check in on workload, providing support and ensuring staff and freelance resources as needed Lead Daily Stand-Up and Weekly Forecast meetings liaising with all teams within the region Identify bottlenecks, find creative solutions, and make informed decisions to overcome obstacles and keep operations on track Input key information in our resourcing tool to make resourcing more efficient, including researching, training and implementing new tools where necessary Manage resource team calendars Identify unique training resources, approaches, talent, trends, and present capabilities to the team Attend client and studio project briefings and milestone meetings as needed Shift and balance priorities based on the overall volume of work as necessary Support and cover Resource team members within region during time off Requirements: Excellent English communication abilities both written and oral with fluency level Confidence to conduct and lead meetings in English Knowledge of creative process and tools such as production workflows and design or development tools Understanding of the advertising production and post production project flows and have experience within supporting those flows Ability to speak and understand the language of design and content creation as it relates to understanding a project and communicating with the team Flexible and adaptable mindset allowing you to adjust plans, resources, and timelines accordingly Meticulous and scrupulous attention to detail Expert collaborator with the ability maintain a professional demeanor with clients, colleagues and partners Ability to motivate, inspire, and resolve conflict Excellent oral and written communication skills Possess analytical skills to assess the performance and impact of resource allocation Deep enthusiasm for the creative field and a strong drive to contribute significantly to the production of exceptional work Expert at balancing workload across internal teams and freelancers Bachelor’s degree in field of Design, Creative, Video, Fine Arts or related field preferred 3+ years of experience in a relatable position within the industry #LI-Hybrid #LI-RM1 Our Hogarth Values: Hands on No egos here. Just a shared drive to roll up our sleeves and make great things happen. Every project--big or small, gets our full energy because we believe in doing things right. Every single time. It's how we deliver real results without cutting corners. Honesty We are real and authentic – with each other and in our work. Honest, direct communication builds the trust we need to collaborate, grow, and make meaningful things together. It’s not always easy but it’s always worth it. Heart & Soul We bring heart to everything we make. Passion, pride and relentless drive push us beyond “good enough” ––because we care deeply about our craft, and we’re always chasing better. We love what we do, and it shows. Happy Family Creating a space where everyone feels valued--even when opinions differ, makes this a supportive and inclusive environment for our people. We embrace our differences, celebrate our wins together, and never lose our sense of humor. Hungry Curiosity keeps us hungry. 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