Carrie Ellingson

About Carrie Ellingson

Global Director of Client Services | 15+ Years in Project Management, Marketing Communications, and Operations | Brand Strategy & Business GrowthAs the Global Director of Client Services at Moving Brands, a top creative agency specializing in brand transformation and growth, I bring over 15 years of expertise in project management, marketing communications, and operations. I lead high-performing teams and manage multi-million dollar budgets while delivering impactful and innovative brand solutions for a wide range of clients across industries like B2B, B2C, technology, and digital media.Core Competencies: • Project management – scope definition, resource allocation, timeline management • Budget management – maximizing ROI and cost efficiency • Risk management – proactive problem-solving and risk mitigation • Stakeholder engagement – building relationships to align business goals • Team leadership – mentoring and developing teams of **project managers** • Client success – delivering high-quality, results-driven outcomes for global brands I collaborate closely with creative, strategy, and digital teams to ensure every project meets our high standards of quality and client satisfaction. My passion lies in identifying and driving business growth opportunities, both for our clients and our internal teams. I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and am committed to creating lasting value through effective brand transformation and strategic leadership.

Experience

1. Global Director of Project Management Operations

   Moving Brands

   Oct 2024 — Present · AZ, US

   Global Director of Project Management | Moving Brands15+ Years in Project Delivery, Strategic Leadership, and OperationsAs the Global Director of Project Management at Moving Brands, I lead a global team, managing the full project lifecycle for creative, digital, and strategic initiatives. I specialize in project governance, ensuring quality, on-time delivery, and profitability. My expertise includes leadership, budget management, and aligning projects with business objectives to drive client success and growth.Key Responsibilities: • Leadership & Team Development: Lead and mentor a team of project managers, setting strategic goals and promoting accountability and innovation. • Operational Efficiency: Oversee daily operations, utilizing Agile and Waterfall methodologies to optimize resources, manage risks, and improve delivery. • Client Engagement & Stakeholder Management: Build relationships with C-suite executives and senior clients, aligning project outcomes with strategic goals and ensuring long-term satisfaction. • Business Development: Spearhead RFP responses, project scopes, and KPI management to align new business opportunities with organizational strengths. • Global Project Management: Manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects across international markets, adapting strategies to meet diverse client needs.Key Achievements: • Delivered large-scale projects, improving delivery timelines by 30% and increasing client satisfaction by 40%. • Developed a mentorship program that increased team retention by 25% and fostered a culture of continuous improvement. • Enhanced project profitability by 15% through resource optimization and effective budget management.

Education

• Utah State University

  Bachelors of Science

Skills

• Internet Research
• Special Events
• Budgeting
• Marketing Communications
• Facebook
• Research
• Event Management
• Editing
• Self Starter
• Non-Profits
• Customer Relations
• Fundraising
• Marketing Strategy
• Event Planning
• Customer Service
• Administration
• Creative
• Social Media
• Online Marketing
• Excel
• Writing
• Positive Attitude
• Word
• Client Loyalty
• Photography
• Public Speaking
• Press Releases
• Digital Media
• Promotions
• Publicity
• Social Networking
• Employee Loyalty
• Problem Solving
• Copywriting
• Advertising
• Outlook
• Dependency
• Microsoft Office
• Highly Adaptable
• Teamwork