Creative Traffic Manager, Business Affairs

The Variable is a forward-thinking advertising agency focused on driving ownable differentiation for our clients. We believe the strongest results happen when brand and performance work together, creating ideas that break through, spend that works harder, and outcomes that multiply. With a dedication to innovation and strategic partnership, we work as true client partners to deliver creative that inspires, strategies that perform, and results that matter. POSITION SUMMARY As Creative Traffic Manager, Business Affairs, you’ll own the day-to-day flow of creative work across The Variable, connecting project timelines, team bandwidth, and upcoming needs to help teams stay ahead of what’s next and keep work moving. Reporting to the Senior Director, Business Affairs, you’ll maintain a clear, real-time view of active and upcoming creative work, including assignments, milestones, presentations, delivery dates, and team capacity. You’ll use that visibility to anticipate conflicts, identify resource gaps, and help teams navigate competing priorities before they become roadblocks. This role sits at the intersection of people, projects, and priorities. You’ll work closely with Creative, Account advertising agency experience preferred. Experience coordinating workflows, timelines, assignments, or resources across multiple simultaneous projects and teams. Strong proficiency with spreadsheets and project management or resource planning tools, with the ability to organize complex information and turn it into clear, actionable plans. Experience working across disciplines and navigating competing priorities, deadlines, and resource needs. Strong organizational and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to proactively follow up, ask questions, and facilitate conversations across teams. Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, solve problems, and stay organized as priorities shift. Curiosity about new technologies and comfort adopting AI, automation, and other tools that can improve traffic and resource management. Must be local to or willing to relocate to Winston-Salem, North Carolina. WE OFFER Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, with strong employer contributions 401(k) with a 4 percent employer match , immediately vested Monthly, non-taxable cell phone reimbursement Meaningful bonus opportunities , including client referrals, employee referrals, and a peer-to-peer bonus program that gives you $1,000 each year to recognize teammates doing great work Up to 14 weeks of paid parental and medical leave , plus a paid, part-time transition back to work, designed to support recovery, bonding, and balance for all parents Generous paid time off that increases with tenure, plus Me Time Off (MTO) for the real-life moments that don’t require a full PTO day Paid holidays and agency-wide closures , with additional flexibility built into our time-off approach Bereavement leave that recognizes loss in all its forms, including miscarriage Protected “Heads Down” time every Wednesday afternoon , reserved for deep focus and uninterrupted work Hybrid work model with intentional in-office collaboration and flexibility where it works best Mental health, financial wellness, and well-being resources to support you as a whole person EQUAL OPPORTUNITY We are an EOE and proudly embrace diversity in all its forms. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability. HOW TO APPLY Please send your resume directly to Megan Streba, mstreba@thevariable.com Please note: We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. While we review every application with care, we will only be reaching out to candidates whose experience aligns with the needs of the role.