Project Management
Career Resources
With more companies launching new digital, creative and marketing initiatives than ever, the need for project managers has increased. The resources below can help project management professionals better understand their evolving space and easily navigate this job market.
Project Management Salary Information
Salaries for project managers can vary but are often in excess of $45K per year, depending on the location.
Top Locations for Project Management Jobs / Project Manager Salaries:
| Rank | Location | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $92,084 |
| 2 | San Francisco, CA | $90,243 |
| 3 | Boston, MA | $86,916 |
| 4 | Jersey City, NJ | $86,669 |
| 5 | Atlanta, GA | $85,178 |
| 6 | Washington, DC | $83,474 |
| 7 | Chicago, IL | $83,001 |
| 8 | Houston, TX | $78,303 |
| 9 | Seattle, WA | $74,779 |
| 10 | Los Angeles, CA | $73,996 |
| Rank | Location | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Charlotte, NC | $73,284 |
| 12 | Philadelphia, PA | $72,822 |
| 13 | Dallas, TX | $70,864 |
| 14 | San Diego, CA | $69,690 |
| 15 | Portland, OR | $67,341 |
| 16 | Denver, CO | $66,557 |
| 17 | Austin, TX | $65,383 |
| 18 | Orlando, FL | $61,859 |
| 19 | Minneapolis, MN | $60,685 |
| 20 | Phoenix, AZ | $58,336 |
Project Management Job Trends
The number of jobs for graphic designers remained relatively stable over the past two years which demonstrates consistent demand for their talents.
Tools and Resources for Project Managers
Project Management professionals are the unsung heroes that keep creative, digital and marketing teams on track and make sure they hit the deadlines that allow their projects to effectively drive business. The websites below offer a range of Project Management tools and resources to assist you in your day-to-day work.
- Orange Scrum: Provides the groundwork for agile software development and resource management.
- Trello: Card-based project management system that’s both beautifully designed and intuitive to use.
- Producteev: A free project management platform that supports an unlimited number of users.
Graphic Design Organizations
If you’re interested in networking with other project managers, or you just want to find those that share your love of project management, these organizations and groups will make it easy to connect with others.