Description
The Production Technology Project Manager (PTPM) is responsible for the portfolio of Technology-driven projects for the Animation Studio. The ideal candidate is a strong technologist and manager working directly with stakeholders on resource utilization and implementation goals.
Responsibilities:
- Develop a complete understanding of existing Project Designs and Goals.
- Design and schedule a roadmap for the implementation of Project Designs and Goals.
- Hold regular check-ins with the System Engineering, SRE, Software Development, Media and Support teams to ensure the project roadmaps stay on track.
- Assure that regular testing of features and workflows to ensure they adhere to those described in the Project Designs and Goals.
- Hold regular check-ins with Stakeholders: Studio Executives, Producers, and artists to demo and solicit feedback on implementation and workflows.
- Create additional design documents or visual aids for clarity as needed.
- Promote a positive, productive, and highly collaborative work environment.
- Be the catalyst for a rapid and continuous iteration feedback loop between all departments.
- Regular reporting on project statuses.
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience with professional project management and software development management.
- Exceptional and demonstrable organizational skills in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbally and digitally.
- Very comfortable with Gitlab or Git revision control, including CI/CD concepts.
- Familiarity with Web-based software development is a plus.
- Familiarity with UNIX shell scripting is a plus.
- Video Game or Animation industry experience is a plus.
- PMP Certification is a plus.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Project Management, or equivalent industry experience required.
Additional Information: The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $155,700 - $208,700 per year.