Project Manager, Technical Writer, IT Project Manager

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

- Project Planning & Scoping:
Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and, where appropriate, technical specifications. Create comprehensive project plans, including detailed timelines, milestones, and resource allocation using tools like Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project.
- Creative & Technical Coordination:
Act as the primary liaison between creative teams (designers, copywriters) and technical teams (developers, engineers, testers). Ensure all creative assets (videos, UI/UX, copy) are seamlessly integrated into technical deliverables.
- Resource & Budget Management:
Allocate human, financial, and technical resources effectively to maximize productivity. Monitor project costs, track expenses, and manage budgets to ensure profitability.
- Risk Management & Mitigation:
Proactively identify potential roadblocks (scope creep, technical dependencies, team constraints) and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
- Stakeholder & Client Communication:
Maintain regular communication with clients and internal stakeholders to provide status updates, manage expectations, and facilitate feedback loops.
- Workflow Optimization:
Utilize, and improve, project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, or Kanban) to streamline workflows and increase efficiency.
- Quality Assurance (QA):
Ensure the final deliverables align with both the creative brief and technical requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS & CHARACTERISTICS

- Experience:

7-9 years of experience in project management within a creative agency, tech company, or digital production environment.
- Methodologies:
Strong knowledge of Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and Waterfall methodologies.
- Tools:
Proficiency in project management software (Jira, Asana, Trello, Basecamp, or MS Project).
- Technical Familiarity:
Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), UI/UX principles, content management systems (CMS), and basic web technologies.
- Creative Understanding:
Familiarity with creative processes, such as video production, graphic design, and content creation workflows.

- Soft Skills:

Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and maintain composure under tight deadlines.
- Possess strong sense of personal responsibility for own and team’s work, and will proactively assist to ensure delivery of highest quality work within required time frames (no matter the situation).

- Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Marketing, Computer Science, Communications, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

- PMP, CSM (Certified Scrum Master), or similar certification.