Automation Specialist

Automation Specialist (Freelancer) Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences. Role: Freelancer | Duration: 2-3 months | Location: Manila, Philippines About the role The Automation Specialist's primary goal is to become an expert user of our automation tool, streamlining the creation of local market versions of master creative assets. This role is critical in reducing production time while ensuring high‑quality, error‑free artwork. Responsibilities Oversee and manage the OLIVER automation tool for static marketing collaterals and the OLIVER workflow management tool (including approval, forecasting, resourcing, and scheduling modules). Master the automation and workflow tooling and manage complex automation workflows across multiple regions, markets, and languages. Follow a detailed automation process and evangelise this process across internal agency and external client teams. Oversee brief ingestion and work with OLIVER project managers to understand requirements. Ensure key client stakeholders are kept updated on progress; report blockers and document RAIDs (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies). Guide offshore Production Hub teams on roles, responsibilities, processes, and expectations during the automation process. Train and educate stakeholders on new and existing processes and tools, highlighting efficiencies. Collaborate with the OLIVER design team to maintain creative and brand standards and conduct thorough quality assurance reviews. Utilize data insights to drive performance improvements and develop actionable recommendations for quicker and more efficient production. Ensure new translations are accurately integrated into the system following set processes. Qualifications 4-6 years of relevant experience, preferably in Digital Design and/or Project Management roles. Strong understanding of automation tools and technologies, with previous experience of automation technology. Experience with workflow technology including approval, forecasting, resourcing, and scheduling functionalities. Proven ability to manage complex workflows across multiple countries, markets, and languages. Good analytical skills focused on performance improvement. Knowledge of basic design principles and ability to learn and adapt design tools (e.g., InDesign). Keen eye for detail in quality checking creative outputs, ensuring zero errors. Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience of taking and interrogating briefs. Additional Requirements Dedication to achieving project goals and objectives. Strong time‑management discipline and flexibility to attend occasional off‑hour video calls and meetings. Passion for and inquisitive about AI and new technologies. Understanding and knowledge of AI tools is beneficial; ability to learn and digest benefits and features of AI tools is critical. Our Values Be ambitious to succeed. Be imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Be inspirational to do groundbreaking work. Be always learning and listening to understand. Be results‑focused to exceed expectations. Be actively pro‑inclusive and anti‑racist across our community, clients, and creations. OLIVER , a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science‑based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle. #J-18808-Ljbffr