Traffic Manager (Marketing Project Manager)

Consistently ranking among American Banker magazine's "Best Banks to Work For" for over a decade, Zions Bancorporation is a "Collection of Great Banks" with local brand names and management teams in each of our major Western markets.

And because we’ve known that, for over 150 years, our success has come from the exceptional dedication, experience and talent of our diverse employee base, we're committed to being the premier employer of choice.

Ready to make your mark on a legacy brand? 

Our expanding marketing team is building something special—a dynamic, in-house Creative Studio and innovative Demand Center that will transform how we connect with customers. Under fresh leadership from our newly appointed CMO, we're reimagining what marketing can be while supporting a bank known for its experienced bankers, exceptional service, and local leadership deeply rooted in the communities we serve. This isn't just another financial marketing role — it's your chance to shape a creative vision with real impact. 

With benefits starting on day one, 12 bank holidays, profit sharing and company-matched 401(k) contributions, Zions is committed to career growth and advancement. At Zions, the possibilities are endless. If you're ready to create work that actually matters, we're ready to review your application.

You bring the talent; we bring the opportunity.

We are looking for a Traffic Manager (Marketing Project Manager) who will coordinate workflow across a fast-paced brand creative team in the banking sector, ensuring all projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day trafficking of creative projects, maintaining clear communication between stakeholders, creative team members, and external vendors
• Develop and maintain project schedules, timelines, and resource allocations using project management tools
• Track multiple concurrent projects at various stages, identifying and addressing potential bottlenecks
•  Facilitate daily stand-ups and status meetings to ensure alignment across teams
• Review incoming creative briefs for completeness and clarity before assignment
• Assign creative resources based on workload, skill requirements, and project priorities
• Ensure brand guidelines and compliance requirements are met for all deliverables
• Coordinate approval workflows with legal, compliance, and brand management teams
• Prepare status reports for leadership on project progress, resource utilization, and team capacity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business administration, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in traffic management, preferably in financial services or a regulated industry
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Exceptional communication abilities, both written and verbal
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and shifting priorities
• Experience with project management and workflow tools
• Understanding of creative processes and financial services compliance requirements

Skills & Attributes

•  Calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving mindset with a solutions-oriented approach 
• Adaptable and flexible when priorities shift 
• Diplomatic communication style for managing conflicting demands 
•  Ability to build relationships across multiple departments 
• Strong knowledge of digital and print production processes 

Success Metrics

• On-time delivery of all creative assets
• Efficient resource utilization and workload balancing
• Compliance adherence with zero regulatory issues
• Stakeholder satisfaction with project management processes
• Reduction in project revision cycles and rework​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Salary Range: $80,500 - $118,000 (depending on experience and other job related factors) 

This is an in-office position that will sit at a local corporate hub 5 days a week. This is not a hybrid role.

Location Options: AZ, CA, CO, NV, TX, UT

Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE!   
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience 
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business, maximum of $5,250 per calendar year, employees are eligible for the program upon hire
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products