Project Coordinator, IMC

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:

The recently formed Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) team functions like a best-in-class internal agency at Mattel. IMC is dedicated to a simple but ambitious vision: crafting the best marketing and advertising in the world. Its mission is to create audience-first, idea-led, omnichannel, globally aligned campaigns.


The Opportunity:


The Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) team is looking for a Coordinator, Project Management to support the development and execution of creative marketing projects across brands and channels. This entry-level position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to grow their career in project management.

The role supports a high-volume, fast-paced internal agency environment. The Coordinator will partner closely with Project Managers and cross-functional teams to assist with project tracking, scheduling, asset coordination, and trafficking.

What Your Impact Will Be:

Cross-functional communication and follow-up
Detail-oriented organization and multitasking
Scheduling and asset coordination
Social trafficking
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the setup of projects in Adobe Workfront (or similar project management software) and organization of shared folders and project documentation
Assist in trafficking finance estimates, project documentation, and setup tasks related to budget
Support documentation of project status updates, timelines, and delivery schedules
Coordinate internal meetings, scheduling internal reviews, and agenda alignment.
Manage file delivery with completing traffic sheets and managing uploads to the Digital Asset Management (DAM) system.
Manage brand category inboxes with requests for creative reviews and new projects.
Provide general administrative support to the Project Management team as needed
Support the Social workstream with trafficking

What We’re Looking For:

0–3 years of experience in marketing, creative services, communications, or project coordination (internships included)
Strong interest in building a career in project management or operations
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Workfront, Asana, Airtable) a plus
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat; familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud is a plus
Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TEAM:

A proactive, can-do attitude with a strong desire to learn
Ability to work independently but also thrive as part of a team
Comfort juggling multiple tasks and staying organized under pressure
Curiosity, initiative, and the ability to adapt quickly
A passion for great creative work and operational excellence


The annual base salary range for this position is between $74,000 and $93,600.
**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.


Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.
Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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