Project Manager, News

One of the coolest aspects of the digital economy is when startup-like entities spring up within companies that are decades — or in some cases centuries — old, complete with their own nimble, flat structures and highly innovative cultures. That’s what’s going on in the case of this gig, where an established news organization is experiencing significant digital growth (440% traffic growth). Now, it needs an experienced manager who can own products and projects, seeing them through to completion.Timelines, resource allocation, prioritization, information roll-up, budget, and execution are your watchwords as you juggle multiple simultaneous work streams and bring the product roadmap to life. Whether it’s a new build or iterating on an existing product, you’ll provide guidance, inspire collaboration, facilitate clean workflows, and push things to production, all while keeping the customer’s user experience top-of-mind. In this culture, you’ll learn quickly from failures and pivot promptly toward success.Where do you get your news? Web, mobile, newsprint, or TV? You’re the kind of person who thinks deeply about these questions: What is currently the most popular way of accessing news content? How will that change in six months or two years? What are the challenges facing the news industry regarding content distribution? You have significant experience working on editorial site projects at digital media organizations.You’re a gifted project manager with the ability to track small details and the big picture simultaneously. Nothing makes you happier than shepherding a product through its life cycle and seeing it come to fruition. You habitually over-communicate, ensuring clarity and responsiveness in your leadership.Inside SkinnyThis role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment without a hierarchical structure to hold you back.Net NetThis is a stellar opportunity for a seasoned manager with a passion for the digital media space.All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, creed, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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