Jr. Digital Project Specialist
The Jr. Digital Project Specialist at Confidential Client is an entry-level role focused on managing website design projects, communicating directly with clients, and performing quality assurance testing. This position offers comprehensive training and career growth opportunities within a dynamic digital marketing agency, emphasizing strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. The role is fully on-site at the Harrisburg, PA campus and supports a collaborative, growth-oriented work environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a digital marketing agency.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Position summary
This is an entry-level, full-time Jr. Digital Project Specialist role based in Harrisburg, PA. You will learn to plan and manage website design projects, communicate with clients, and perform quality assurance and performance testing. The confidential client provides structured onboarding, ongoing training, and clear promotion paths for motivated team members.
Who we’re looking for
The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive communicator with strong attention to detail and a genuine interest in web technology and digital marketing. Recent graduates with a solid academic record and relevant soft skills are encouraged to apply — hard technical skills can be taught on the job.
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple deadlines
- Customer-service oriented with a professional demeanor
- Interested in web design, UX, and digital marketing trends
- Curious, resilient, and motivated to learn
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (all majors welcome). Upcoming grads are encouraged to apply.
- Preferred GPA: 3.4 or above
- Prior part-time, internship, or summer-job experience is a plus (any field)
- Presentation experience and basic customer-facing skills
- Bonus: exposure to digital marketing, project management, or UX
Tools & technical skills (nice to have)
- Excel / Google Workspace
- Basic HTML/CSS or UX familiarity
- Design or prototyping tools (Figma, Adobe XD, Canva)
- Familiarity with AI-assisted tools and workflows
What you’ll learn & do (core responsibilities)
Plan and manage website design projects (≈45% of the role)
- Create and document specifications for website builds using UX best practices
- Build and maintain project timelines; communicate schedules to internal teams
- Track scope, milestones, and deliverables to meet client goals
- Troubleshoot issues and escalate when needed
Communicate with clients (≈35% of the role)
- Act as a direct client contact — ask strategic questions to clarify needs
- Provide proactive support to drive client satisfaction and build trust
Test and evaluate website performance (≈20% of the role)
- Perform quality assurance during builds and launches
- Evaluate functionality, performance, and user experience against standards
Career growth & development
The confidential client invests in training and internal promotion. Typical progression from this Jr. role can include:
- Web Project Coordinator
- Associate Web Project Manager
- Associate Lead Web Project Manager
- Lead Web Project Manager
- Senior Web Project Manager
Training highlights:
- Initial “career kickstart” onboarding to build foundational hard skills
- Ongoing advanced training sessions and Lunch-and-Learns
- Regular 1:1 manager check-ins and merit-based promotions
Location & work model
This is an in-person position based at the confidential client’s riverside campus in Harrisburg, PA. The company supports a flexible start time (typical start between 8–10am) and provides an on-site gym and many office amenities.
Compensation & benefits
- Base salary: $50,000 - $52,500 (may vary based on experience)
- Health, vision, dental plans; HSA / FSA options
- 401(k) matching (up to 4%)
- Generous PTO, parental support, and other family benefits
- Tech and equipment provided; employee wellness programs and office perks
Why join (high level)
- Entry-level role with strong training and clear career paths
- Supportive culture that values growth and internal promotion
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced industry practitioners at a large, growing digital marketing agency
Keywords & ideal candidate summary
This role is best for an entry-level candidate seeking a career in website project management, digital marketing operations, and client-facing project coordination who wants structured training and fast growth.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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