Leads complex, cross-functional technology programs from intake through value realization. Responsibilities include roadmap development, Agile planning, dependency and risk management, resource coordination, executive reporting, dashboards, OKR tracking, and vendor communication. The role manages marketing platform and studio rights applications while using AI tools to improve reporting, decision-making, and workflow execution. Requires onsite work Monday through Thursday in Glendale, California, with remote work on Fridays.
City: Glendale, CA
Onsite / Hybrid / Remote: Hybrid. Onsite Monday through Thursday. Remote Friday.
Duration: 12 months
Rate Range: Up to $82
Work Authorization: GC, USC, All valid EADs except OPT, CPT, H1B
Must Have
- 7+ years of experience in program management or technical project management.
- Experience managing complex, cross-functional programs across multiple teams and systems.
- Strong experience with Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid delivery models.
- Experience working with software engineering, data, infrastructure, and UX teams.
- Hands-on experience developing or managing AI agents and agentic workflows.
- Experience using Jira and Smartsheet for project execution, tracking, and resource management.
- Experience creating dashboards, status reporting, or operational insights using analytics or AI-assisted tools.
- Ability to work onsite Monday through Thursday with no exceptions.
Responsibilities
- Lead programs through intake, planning, execution, delivery, and value realization.
- Develop program roadmaps and prioritized initiatives with product, engineering, and business leaders.
- Manage interdependencies, risks, issues, resources, and timelines across multiple teams.
- Create and maintain real-time program dashboards for leadership reporting.
- Lead Agile ceremonies, quarterly planning, OKR tracking, and leadership reviews.
- Use AI tools to improve project reporting, risk management, task creation, and decision-making.
- Manage applications supporting marketing platforms and studio rights operations.
- Identify process improvements and implement scalable solutions across teams.
- Communicate program status, risks, and decisions to technical teams, executives, and external vendors.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of technical project or program management experience.
- Experience supporting technology delivery and software development initiatives.
- Experience with Jira, Smartsheet, Airtable, Microsoft Teams, Miro, or Lucidchart.
- Experience using AI-assisted platforms such as Cursor, Claude, or similar tools.
- Strong experience with program dashboards, portfolio reporting, and risk tracking.
- PMP, CSM, SAFe, or similar certification preferred.
- Experience in media, entertainment, or production environments preferred.
- Experience with AI products, data platforms, or advanced analytics preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.
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