The Planet Group

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Location: Onsite; New Hudson, MI Duration: 3 Months Pay Rate: $40.82/hour, depending on experience The Planet Group's Automotive client has a HOT need for a Marketing & Communication Project Manager to join their marketing team. They are seeking a high-performing Marketing & Communications Project Manager to lead integrated marketing initiatives that elevate our brand across it’s Corporate, Motorsports, Defense, and Mobility business units. This role is not just about executing marketing tasks — it’s about crafting compelling narratives, driving strategic campaigns, and delivering world-class experiences to internal stakeholders and external audiences. Success in this position requires a dynamic, self-directed professional who thrives in ambiguity, communicates complex ideas with clarity and style, and consistently delivers at a high standard under tight timelines. This is a pivotal, cross-functional role that bridges technical innovation and strategic storytelling, leveraging creative agency partners and internal teams to produce exceptional results. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS: • Strategic Marketing & Communications Execution • Develop and execute end-to-end marketing project plans that align with business objectives and brand standards. • Act as a trusted marketing partner for internal stakeholders; translate complex technical input into clear, impactful messaging and deliverables. • Oversee the creation of high-quality content across multiple formats (digital, print, video, social media, presentations, etc.) for trade shows, campaigns, events, and executive communications. • Ensure consistency of voice, tone, and visual identity across all communications channels and assets. • Project Leadership & Management • Own the planning, coordination, and execution of marketing campaigns and communications initiatives from concept to completion. • Manage internal resources and third-party vendors/creative agencies with accountability for scope, budget, and timeline. • Proactively identify project risks and implement agile solutions to overcome obstacles and drive successful outcomes. • Build and maintain strong working relationships with cross-functional teams and business units, acting as the marketing point-of-contact on high-visibility projects. • Performance Analysis & Continuous Improvement • Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns and marketing investments. • Report insights, trends, and opportunities to leadership; adapt strategies based on performance data and evolving business needs. • Identify process improvements and standardize best practices across marketing projects to improve team efficiency and output quality. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Skilled with hands-on experience in visual content creation, including photography, videography, video editing, and graphic design, with an eye for brand consistency and storytelling. • Proven ability to complete marketing projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline. • Expert level quality writing and editing skills. • Strong leadership and management skills. • Proven ability to work effectively within SharePoint and Microsoft Teams. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. • Experience with tradeshow coordination, web development and marketing campaigns. • Ability to evaluate effectiveness of communications programs, redirect priorities and efforts as required. • Strong background in Microsoft Office & Adobe EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: • 5+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or project management in a fast-paced, technical, or agency environment. • Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects on time, within scope and budget, while managing multiple priorities. • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills — able to simplify and elevate technical content for various audiences. • Strong understanding of modern marketing channels and tools, including digital, video, web, and social media platforms. • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments. YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU ARE: • Passion for motorsports, automotive, and defense industries is strongly preferred . • A strategic thinker with tactical execution skills. • A proactive problem-solver who brings order to ambiguity. • A highly effective communicator, both visually and verbally. • A flexible team player who’s resourceful, resilient, and relentlessly driven by results. • Someone who wants to work in a high-performance culture where innovation and speed are valued.