I am a results-driven Project Manager and Scheduler with a passion for delivering high-impact campaigns through cross-functional collaboration and meticulous scheduling. I excel at turning strategy into actionable timelines, tracking performance, and mitigating risks to keep projects on time and on budget. I thrive in fast-paced agency environments, partner with creative and production teams, and drive continuous improvement in processes and schedules to ensure client objectives are met with quality outcomes.

Justyna Karas

I am a results-driven Project Manager and Scheduler with a passion for delivering high-impact campaigns through cross-functional collaboration and meticulous scheduling. I excel at turning strategy into actionable timelines, tracking performance, and mitigating risks to keep projects on time and on budget. I thrive in fast-paced agency environments, partner with creative and production teams, and drive continuous improvement in processes and schedules to ensure client objectives are met with quality outcomes.

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I am a results-driven Project Manager and Scheduler with a passion for delivering high-impact campaigns through cross-functional collaboration and meticulous scheduling. I excel at turning strategy into actionable timelines, tracking performance, and mitigating risks to keep projects on time and on budget.

I thrive in fast-paced agency environments, partner with creative and production teams, and drive continuous improvement in processes and schedules to ensure client objectives are met with quality outcomes.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

PROJECT MANAGER at Publicis Media
August 1, 2025 - November 24, 2025
Led large-scale media and marketing initiatives from planning through execution, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing timelines, budgets, and resources to deliver campaigns with measurable results.
PROJECT MANAGER at McCann Canada
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Led complex marketing programs from concept to execution across multiple platforms; developed integrated master schedules; managed cross-team collaboration and risk mitigation; delivered high-quality campaigns across regions.
PROJECT MANAGER at Bang Albino Communications
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Supported scheduling and project delivery across portfolio; improved efficiency by diagnosing workload factors and implementing scheduling improvements; led daily Scrum and resource leveling.
SUPPORT SPECIALIST at Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Supported assigned HRIS modules; provided ongoing user support for SAP systems; analytical and strategic reporting in support of HR initiatives; liaison with HR, IT, and facilities.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO VICE PRESIDENT, HR (Temporary Rotation) at Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
December 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Supported leadership in accordance with organizational initiatives; coordinated with Executive Leadership Team and Business Units; drafted and revised documentation; centralized point of contact for stakeholders.
COORDINATOR at Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)
March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2020
Tracked and monitored all current and planned projects and major programs; liaised with HRIS, onboarding, compensation, benefits/ pensions, and other HR functions; provided guidance and coordination across programs.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration, Major in Project Management at Yorkville University
January 1, 2017 - March 1, 2021
PMP/CAPM Exam Prep (35 PDUs) at Sheridan College
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
ITIL Foundations at Pink Elephant
January 1, 2017 - November 24, 2025
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN FINANCE at Sheridan College
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
COOPER CONSTRUCTION SCHOLARSHIP at Sheridan College
January 1, 2011 - November 24, 2025

Qualifications

AGILE PROJECT MANAGEMENT, Strategy Execution
January 1, 2018 - November 24, 2025
PMP/CAPM Exam Prep (35 PDUs)
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
ITIL Foundations
January 1, 2017 - November 24, 2025
AGILE PROJECT MANAGEMENT, Strategy Execution
January 1, 2018 - November 24, 2025
COOPER CONSTRUCTION SCHOLARSHIP
January 1, 2011 - November 24, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet