Associate Project Manager

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The objective of this position is to support the day-to-day management of various workflows relating to production & localization. This person will manage audio dubbing orders, reference materials, international timelines, dubbing studio outreach, and territory communications. The job requires interface with multiple business units at TWDC; therefore, the candidate must have sensitivity to customer service and a sense of diplomacy.

• Ownership of assigned dubbing production slate by providing solutions to workflow issues
• Provide timely feedback to Senior Management on delays or challenges
• Supervise the completion of dubbed audio, contracts, scripts, etc. from global dubbing studios
• Measure and track various localization assets from order to inventory
• Work with the Content Protection group to ensure compliance
• Identify & create key metrics that allow process improvements for our business management system
• Monitor vendor performance and provide detailed analysis to Senior Management
• Proactively identify & present operational efficiencies in areas of responsibility
• Create structure in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment
• Ensure thorough, accurate, and timely completion of assignments
• Effectively communicate with stakeholders and manage expectations
• Adaptability and resilience to quick changes in priorities, technology, tools, and workflow
• Report to various internal stakeholders on project status
• Create and publish presentations related to ad‑hoc projects and/or production related topics
• Maintain Contact database for dub studios and vendors
• Set agreed upon operating procedures & client metrics
• Develop, update, and maintain clear and comprehensive process documentation to support workflow standardization and operational efficiency

• 4+ years of Project management experience in localization
• General knowledge of dubbing reference and localization materials
• Strong project management skills & ability to track multiple projects at a time
• Experience working in a high-volume production environment with multiple simultaneous projects and tight deadlines
• Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments to achieve common goals
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient ability to work in Google Sheets, Smartsheets and Excel
• Ability to work with Google Apps Scripts
• Technical knowledge in Audio/Video and digital media

• Bachelor’s Degree in Television or Film Production, Communications, or related field
• Experience in managing dubbing workflow
• Extensive knowledge of localization workflows and tools in the entertainment industry
• Vocational School Certification

The hiring range for this position in California is $80,800.00 to $ per year. The base pay offered takes into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.

Associate

Full‑time

Project Management and Information Technology

Entertainment Providers