Jorge Calixto

JORGE L. CALIXTO Creative Operations | Project Management | Production | Procurement PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Marketing and communications professional with extensive experience in creative operations, print production, procurement, and project management. Adept at implementing forwardthinking solutions that help marketing and creative teams achieve business goals, maximize value, and deliver best-in-class results—on time and within budget. CORE COMPETENCIES Creative & Analytical Thinking • Results-Oriented Execution • Strategic Planning • Project Management • Budgeting & Cost Reduction • Procurement & Vendor Relations • Process Improvement • Workflow Optimization • Team Leadership & Development • Content & Asset Management • Customer Relationship Management • Risk & Quality Control • Production Management • Resource Management • Cross-Functional Collaboration PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Sr. Project Manager Yes We Are Mad – Dania Beach, FL Nov 2021 – Sep 2023 • • • Led the execution of multiple advertising campaigns for a full-service digital marketing and technology agency. Oversaw project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery. Conducted internal/external meetings and maintained consistent client communication to exceed expectations. Project Manager, Brand Story / Marketing GOJA – Miami, FL Jun 2021 – Nov 2021 • Spearheaded the project management team in the in-house marketing department focused on Amazon e-commerce brands. • • Developed and implemented a robust project management workflow from intake to final delivery. Facilitated regular meetings and stand-ups to ensure alignment and resolve project roadblocks. Director, Creative Operations República Havas – Miami, FL May 2015 – Jul 2020 • • • Directed agency-wide creative operations for a leading communications agency. Managed timelines, budgets, and deliverables in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Introduced internal systems to enhance efficiency, resource utilization, and creative output quality. Creative Services Manager, Advertising & Brand Management AdMed – Miami, FL Sep 2014 – Feb 2015 • • • Managed advertising and marketing initiatives from concept through delivery. Implemented an online project management system to centralize files and streamline collaboration. Established processes to better organize and manage marketing, PR, and communications projects. Director of Media Traffic & Print Production Perry Ellis International – Miami, FL Apr 2002 – Apr 2013 • • • Oversaw creative production and procurement for all marketing initiatives across a portfolio of fashion brands. Achieved over $450K in print media savings and reduced signage production costs by 75%, saving $300K annually. Recipient of the President’s Award for outstanding performance and cost savings. Director of Advertising Production Avanti+ (Avanti Case-Hoyt In-House Ad Agency) Aug 1995 – Sep 2001 • Led all traffic and production functions, including budget estimation, scheduling, procurement, and vendor management. • Managed accounts in the travel sector including Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Continental Airlines. EDUCATION & TECHNICAL SKILLS Education: • IPAE – Peruvian Institute of Business Administration | Business & Management • DTI – Digital Technology International | Desktop Publishing Software & Tools: • Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat) • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Dynamics) • Google Workspace | Apple iWork • Project Management Tools (Asana, Trello, Monday.com, etc.) • CRM & Collaboration Platforms • Print, Digital, and Traditional Media Production