Summary of PositionWe are seeking a proactive and results-driven Data & Analytics IT Project Manager to join our fast-paced film and television studio. In this pivotal role, you will lead a wide range of technology initiatives that support and enhance studio operations. Working cross-functionally with internal departments, external vendors, and content partners, you will deliver forward-thinking IT solutions that align with our evolving business needs.
As the IT Project Manager, you will oversee the full project lifecycle-from initiation through deployment and hypercare-ensuring timely, on-budget, and high-quality delivery. You will serve as the bridge between technology and business operations, bringing structure to complex workflows while fostering a collaborative and solutions-oriented culture.
Responsibilities- Lead and manage IT initiatives across data & analytical platforms, enterprise applications, sales, marketing, distribution & rights management solutions.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, vendors, and service providers, prioritizing blockers and dependencies and proactively removing impediments to keep project work moving forward.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Sales & Planning, Finance & Accounting, Business & Legal Affairs, and Content Operations, Marketing & Distribution) to define project goals, success criteria ,scope, and schedule.
- Manage demand intake, conduct project portfolio status meetings, and prepare reports on project performance and risks as part of the PMO administration activities.
- Apply structured delivery methodologies, incorporating emerging technologies such as GenAI where applicable.
- Develop and maintain detailed project documentation including plans, timelines, resource assignments, risk assessments, and communication strategies.
- Conduct regular status meetings, manage stakeholder communications, and ensure transparency through milestone tracking and reporting.
- Support user acceptance testing (UAT), training, and technology deployments in partnership with IT Support and business units.
- Monitor project budgets, track expenditures, and contribute to vendor selection and contract negotiations.
- Identify opportunities for workflow optimization, improved process and systems efficiency, and enhanced user experiences.
Qualifications and Skills- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of IT project management experience, preferably within media, entertainment, or high tech industries.
- Solid understanding of enterprise applications, SaaS solutions and data & analytics platforms (eg, Snowflake, Databricks).
- Proven success managing cross-functional projects in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environments. Strong track record for delivery.
- Proficiency with project and lifecycle management tools (e.g., Atlassian JIRA, Asana, Monday.com, MS Project, Smartsheet).
- Experience leading projects with technology teams of internal and external resources & managed services providers
Nice to Haves- Experience with software implementation or system integration in a studio or media production environment. Consulting experience a plus.
- Knowledge of sales planning processes, rights management systems, and content distribution workflows.
- Familiarity with platforms such as Salesforce, Rightsline (or similar rights/licensing solutions.)
- MBA or advanced business/technical degree preferred but not required.
- Significant Media & Entertainment industry experience. Strong background in working in Film & Television Studio IT operations.
- Exceptional communication, collaboration, and organizational skills; able to interface effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and cloud data warehousing (Snowflake).
- Cloud platform certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Our Benefits- Full Coverage - Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Work/Life Balance - generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
Compensation$135,000 - $150,000
