Program ManagerThe Program Manager is responsible for managing the production of all screen and hardware images that are used throughout the client's marketing deliverables. The primary focus of this position is to manage the process for the production of images, video or interactive projects by working with Creative and Production teams to plan, track and drive deadlines for new and existing images. In addition, build and foster relationships with vendors, external and inter-departmental groups throughout the client who require images.
Manage production schedules for image elements within projects and provide final screens to all business partners.Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Hybrid) Duration: 6+ Months (Possible extension and conversion to full-time based on the candidate's performance) Pay Rate: $45/hr. on W2 This is a W2 contract role. Only local candidates.Key responsibilities:Manage image schedules/expectations/resource management/image trackingTrack imagery status of Producer's project and provide weekly/daily status updatesManage project screen and hardware deliverables with localization scope in mindAccountable for risk management and formal route to escalationTroubleshoot and solve issues, drive process improvement as solutions are recognizedReceive, compile, confirm accuracy, and distribute pertinent project information to appropriate partiesPartners with Producers and Production teams to develop tools and systems for process and streamlined workflowsSchedule and facilitate pre and post production meetings with the Image Production teamKeep current with emerging technologies while constantly evolving the process for efficienciesDevelop briefing materials for current workflows and collaborate to develop and implement a new dissemination methodRequirements:Passionate, comfortable working both independently and within a larger team environment, solution-oriented, highly organized, and sharply focused with a keen eye for detailSelf-motivated, adaptable, has strong communication skills, and has the tenacity to see projects through to completion under tight deadlinesMust have 5+ years' experience in project management at an ad agency or production facility and have worked on global brands ideally across multiple media but specifically print, video and interactive channelsAbility to organize information quickly, at high and detailed levelsSolid understanding and command of project management toolsFlexibility in accommodating rapid change and capacity to learn quicklyProven effectiveness when working under pressureFacility for communicating effectively from one-on-one to large groupsAptitude to manage through diplomacyAppreciation for the creative process and skilled at working with creative and production teamsExperience tracking and prepping deliverables for localizationAbility to make sound decisions, think strategically, focus on detail, problem solve, multi-task, and have an excellent memoryMust possess exceptional organization, time management, excellent verbal/written communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to prioritizeProficiency to work in a fast paced, demanding, creative and production environment, solution-oriented and experience of Photoshop.
Flexibility is key to this role.Requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years working adSolid understanding of print formats; resolution, color space, and other technical requirements of assets needed for image reproductionGood working knowledge of Photoshop.