Technical Project Manager

Pay Rate : $75.00 / hr to $90.00 / hr

Location : Burbank, CA

Degree or certifications required :

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.

Years experience :

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in technical program management, with a focus on large-scale, cross-functional technology implementations.
• 6+ years of experience in Media or Finance

Required background / Skillsets :

• Media or finance background
• Project management background
• Organized individuals

Nice-to-Haves :

• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with data analytics, financial reporting systems, and cloud-based technologies is highly desirable.
• Agile certification (e.g., CSM, SAFe) preferred.

Daily Responsibilities :

• Program Leadership : Lead the end-to-end management of the Financial & Sales Transformation program, ensuring alignment with Studios strategy and objectives.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive program roadmap, coordinating efforts across FP&A, Sales Planning, Enterprise Technology, and other relevant teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for program stakeholders, providing regular updates on program status, risks, and key milestones.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration :
• Work closely with the CIO and CTO organizations to ensure seamless integration of content and customer data systems into the program’s scope.
• Collaborate with Studios FP&A, Sales, Data Product Managers, and other business units to gather requirements, define project scope, and prioritize initiatives based on business impact.
• Facilitate cross-team communication and ensure all stakeholders are aligned on program goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Technical Oversight : Oversee the design, development, and implementation of technology solutions that support the transformation of FP&A and Sales Planning processes.
• Work with engineering, data, and IT teams to ensure that systems are scalable, secure, and aligned with the overall technology strategy.
• Ensure technical solutions are effectively integrated with existing systems, and that data flows seamlessly across platforms to support decision-making.
• Project Management :
• Define project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, and manage the execution of those plans to ensure timely delivery.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure program success.
• Manage budgets, resources, and dependencies across multiple projects within the program, ensuring efficient use of resources and alignment with program goals.
• Stakeholder Management : Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior leadership, including Studios Stakeholders, Sales leaders, and Technology executives.
• Present program progress, challenges, and successes to executive stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Provide a forum for stakeholders to escalate issues and make key decisions that impact the program’s success.
• Change Management : Coordinate and oversee a change management strategy that ensures smooth adoption of new processes and technologies across the Studios.
• Ensure training and support to end-users are fully coordinated and scheduled, equipped to leverage the new tools and workflows.
• Monitor and measure the impact of the transformation on business operations, adjusting as necessary to optimize outcomes.

Technology requirements :

Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project) and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches).