Project Manager (Creative Teams) (Volunteer)

About Mentor A Promise

Mentor A Promise is a New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth (ages 5–18) experiencing housing instability, grounded in the belief that every child is a Promise—full of potential, dignity, and possibility. We deliver consistent, high-quality programming across mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning, and creative expression in shelters, schools, and community spaces, creating structured environments where students can grow, be seen, and build lasting skills. Through signature experiences like The Imagination Studio, The Kitchen Table, The Sound Lab, and The Story Space, we nurture academic development, emotional well-being, and creative voice, all within a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and accessibility-centered framework. Our work prioritizes dignity-protective storytelling, consent-driven engagement, and deep community partnership, ensuring that how we serve is as intentional as whom we serve. We are not only addressing immediate needs - we are building pathways to confidence, belonging, and long-term opportunity, so every child has the support and foundation to carry their promise forward.

About PromiseStudios | Creative, Storytelling & Production

PromiseStudios is MAP’s creative division responsible for film, podcasting, design, illustration, animation, and storytelling. Each team contributes to a unified system of creative output aligned with organizational priorities and impact.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Project Manager (Creative Teams) to lead the coordination, execution, and delivery of projects across one or more creative teams within PromiseStudios. This role ensures that work moves from idea to completion with structure, clarity, and consistency, supporting creative teams in delivering high-quality output on time.

Project Managers may be assigned to one or more of the following teams:

• Film / Documentary
• Podcast (PromisePod)
• Design (Graphic & Brand)
• Illustration
• Animation
• Writing / Editorial (PromisePress)
• Social Content / Promise Reels
• Audio / Sound Production

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Execution

• Manage day-to-day coordination of projects across assigned team(s)
• Track timelines, deliverables, and progress
• Ensure projects move forward efficiently and on schedule

Task Management & Accountability

• Assign and track tasks across contributors
• Ensure accountability and follow-through
• Identify and resolve blockers

Workflow & Systems Management

• Implement and maintain structured workflows
• Improve processes for efficiency and clarity
• Maintain organized tracking systems for all projects

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Coordinate across creative teams to ensure alignment
• Work with PromiseVoice on messaging and PromiseBrands on campaigns
• Support integrated storytelling and production

Quality & Delivery Oversight

• Ensure deliverables meet expectations and deadlines
• Support consistency and reliability across outputs
• Escalate issues when timelines or quality are at risk

Communication & Reporting

• Maintain clear, timely communication with leadership and team members
• Provide updates on project status, risks, and needs
• Coordinate via Google Workspace and project tools

Qualifications

Required

• Experience in project management, coordination, or operations
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and problem-solving ability
• Alignment with MAP’s mission and dignity-centered values

Preferred

• Experience in creative, media, or production environments
• Familiarity with project management tools and workflows
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• Interest in storytelling, design, or media production

Commitment

• Volunteer role
• Approximately 5–10 hours per week
• Minimum 6-month commitment required
• Hybrid / remote

What You’ll Gain

• Experience managing real-world creative projects across multiple teams
• Opportunity to work within a full creative production ecosystem
• Collaboration with creative and leadership teams
• Professional references and letters of recommendation
• A meaningful role ensuring ideas are executed effectively

Additional Information

Volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements.