Paramount Pictures

Portfolio Manager

Paramount Pictures$86K — $128K *
Media
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience in technical program management or related roles.
  • Skilled in documenting complex workflows and functional requirements.
  • Proficient in managing project plans, risks, dependencies, and delivery milestones.
  • Ability to coordinate across engineering, product, IT, and governance teams.
  • Experience leading structured meetings and conducting requirements workshops.
  • Strong written communication skills for different audiences.
  • Adept at working autonomously in ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain detailed project plans across various development stages.
  • Facilitate collaborative sessions such as standups and planning workshops.
  • Track project scope, schedules, resources, and risks effectively.
  • Identify and communicate blockers and tradeoffs to management.
  • Gather requirements through stakeholder engagement and workshops.
  • Translate needs into clear process maps, use cases, and user stories.
  • Document decisions, exception scenarios, and definitions for project completion.

Benefits

  • Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Engagement in one of Paramount's dynamic teams.
  • Opportunities for on-site and virtual events.
  • Chances to make meaningful professional connections.
Full Job Description
Overview

As a Portfolio Manager within the Production Platform Integration Team, you'll help proceed workflow and integration solutions from discovery through prototype, pilot, and production.

You will manage plans, dependencies, and risks. You will also communicate with stakeholders. Additionally, you will translate complex workflows into clear requirements, acceptance criteria, and measurable outcomes. You'll partner with Technical Directors, Engineering, Research Platform and Evaluation teams, Security, Legal, Privacy, Brand, studio stakeholders, IT, and vendors.

Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain project plans, milestones, and delivery cadences across discovery, prototype, pilot, and production.
  • Facilitate standups, planning sessions, stakeholder workshops, demos, decision reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Track scope, schedules, resources, risks, and cross-functional dependencies.
  • Surface blockers and tradeoffs clearly to management.
  • Gather requirements by talking to stakeholders, holding workshops, and reviewing workflows.
  • Translate stakeholder needs into process maps, use cases, user stories, functional requirements, and acceptance criteria.
  • Document exception scenarios, decisions, and definitions of done.
  • Connect stakeholder goals to solution features and measurable success metrics.
  • Coordinate dependencies involving APIs, content systems, data owners, IT, identity and access, Security, Privacy, and Legal.
  • Maintain risk registers, mitigation plans, and pilot and production readiness checklists.
  • Drive launch readiness by ensuring documentation, telemetry, operational runbooks, training, support plans, and governance approvals are completed before release.
  • Produce concise, outcome-focused updates for stakeholders and management.
  • Track adoption, delivery health, and business outcomes following launch.


Basic Qualifications
  • 3-5 years of experience as a technical program manager, program manager, or operations lead delivering software or workflow solutions.
  • Experience documenting complex workflows. Experience with functional requirements. Insight with user stories and acceptance criteria.
  • Experience managing project plans, risks, dependencies, and delivery milestones.
  • Ability to coordinate across Engineering, Product, IT, and governance teams.
  • Experience leading structured meetings.
  • Experience conducting requirements workshops.
  • Ability to communicate technical and operational information clearly to different audiences.
  • Robust written communication
  • Comfort working autonomously in ambiguous environments.


Bonus Skills (Nice-to-Haves )
  • Experience supporting AI-enabled products, including LLM workflows, search, retrieval, or automation.
  • Knowledge with APIs, system integrations, telemetry, identity and access, and deployment constraints.
  • Experience navigating Security, Privacy, Legal, or enterprise release approvals.
  • Experience in media, entertainment, production, or creative operations. Knowledge of complex workflows
  • Experience supporting pilot launches, change management, training, and adoption reporting.
  • Bachelor's degree in business, technology, computer science, media, or a related field.


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Paramount Streaming, a division within Paramount Global, is the home to the company's direct-to-consumer services spanning free and paid in the form of Pluto TV and Paramount+. Pluto TV is the global leader in free ad-supported TV, delivering more than 1,400 global channels and an extensive library of streaming content, including live and original channels. Paramount+, digital subscription video-on-demand and live streaming service, combines live sports, breaking news, and A Mountain of Entertainment™. Paramount+ features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including SHOWTIME®.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $86,000.00 - 128,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.

What We Offer:
  • Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
  • Generous paid time off.
  • An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
  • Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
  • Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
  • Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

About Paramount Pictures

Paramount is a leading media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide.

Paramount Pictures Careers

Join the iconic team at Paramount Pictures, the home of world-class entertainment and a leader in the film industry. As part of our dynamic team, you will collaborate with talented professionals to shape the future of entertainment. Work You’ll Do At Paramount Pictures, we offer a variety of job opportunities that allow you to contribute to groundbreaking work in the entertainment industry. Whether you're interested in creative roles, marketing, or technology, you'll find a position that matches your skills and passions. Transform the Entertainment Industry Be part of a team that is at the forefront of innovation in storytelling and technology. Paramount Pictures is where creativity meets technology, leading to the production of some of the most celebrated films in history. Lead with Us Step into a role of leadership and influence. Paramount Pictures values diversity and leadership in all forms, fostering a culture where every team member is a key player in our success. Our leadership is committed to nurturing talent and encouraging growth within the company. Explore Career Growth and Development Paramount Pictures is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. With robust training programs, mentorship opportunities, and a commitment to career development, we ensure that our team members are equipped to rise within the ranks. Internship Opportunities Gain invaluable industry experience through an internship at Paramount Pictures. Our internships provide a platform for learning and growth, allowing you to build your resume while working alongside industry leaders. Benefits and Culture Enjoy a wealth of benefits that support both your professional and personal life. Paramount Pictures offers competitive employment benefits, a supportive work environment, and a company culture that values creativity, diversity, and innovation. Join Our Team Search open positions that align with your career goals. We are looking for passionate, creative, and driven individuals to join our team. Explore the job opportunities at Paramount Pictures and find where you can make a difference. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from Paramount Pictures Careers. From insider perspectives to industry-leading insights, our careers blog provides valuable information to help you navigate your professional journey. Networking and Professional Development Engage with a network of professionals and take advantage of opportunities to develop your skills through comprehensive training and development programs. Paramount Pictures is committed to fostering a community of innovation and leadership. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts and the latest news tailored to your preferences. Discover exciting and rewarding career opportunities waiting for you at Paramount Pictures. Join Paramount Pictures today and be part of a team that is passionate about creating extraordinary entertainment experiences. Your journey to an exciting career in the film industry starts here!
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Size
318 employees
Market Cap
$1.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$24.7 million
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+1.2%
Revenue
$714.2 million
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