Digital Project Executive (1 year contract)

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

A Hybrid working model

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 a Project Executive do at Hogarth?

As a Project Executive, you respond to information requests, which come from our Internal Account Management Department or other WPP entities. Your role is to traffic the work into the creative and studio, factoring in creative and studio resources, media scheduling/timelines, guidelines and demanding stakeholders. You should possess fantastic organisational skills and accept accountability to ensure that your campaigns go out on time and to budget.

Reporting lines and key stakeholders

This role reports to Project Director. You will work closely with our Project Management, Client Servicing, Studio and Creative teams.

Requirements

• Handle all aspects of client campaigns from planning through to delivery.
• Manage and monitor timelines and deadlines, set realistic client expectations; proactively chase and interrogate delays.
• Escalate issues to Project Management & Account Management team.
• Strive for better client and stakeholder relations.
 
• Demonstrate clear understanding of brand. Distribute contact reports and agendas.
• Manage a multiple number of jobs and projects at any one time, all at different stages and with different requirements.
• Liaise with account management, transcreation, creative, studio and 3rd party vendors and ensuring all stakeholders are kept up to date on the progress of their work.
• Liaise with various departments to source creative, artwork and resolve queries and issues.
• Provide advice and solutions to Digital, social content and print production issues.
• Booking and scheduling work in studio and creative.
Support basic billing processes, including quotations, POs, cost tracking, and monthly reporting across multiple stakeholders.
 
Qualifications
 
• Minimum 1 year/ prior internship experiences in Account Management or Project Management in an advertising agency 
• Experience in working in a digital platform / social content / print production / printing / graphic design department.
• Strong numeracy skills.
• Strong prioritisation skills, time management skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills
 
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Why work here: 
At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact 
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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