Our client, a professional sports (& entertainment) league is seeking a Sr. Project Manager for their Media Product & Technology group. This group possesses a portfolio of fan-facing products, core services, a subscription business, and content that serve fans and various business partners. This ongoing freelance role is on site in Inglewood, CA 4 days a week.
Responsibilities:
Oversee the full project lifecycle for Connected TV initiatives, from initial concept to post-launch enhancements.
Collaborate with internal teams (such as engineering, UX/UI, and content) as well as external partners to ensure all key milestones are achieved.
Track and communicate project progress, addressing any challenges or obstacles that arise.
Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within the defined scope.
Guarantee alignment with the company's strategic objectives, delivering exceptional user experiences.
Required Qualifications:
Solid understanding of Connected TV platforms, OTT services, and digital media technology.
Strong communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Ability to thrive in a fast-moving and evolving environment.
Proactive mindset, helping keep teams focused and energized.
High emotional intelligence with a talent for building relationships.
Confident leadership, driving accountability across teams.
Flexibility to take on multiple roles as needed, addressing gaps in collaboration with leadership and key stakeholders.
Strong partnership with Product, Design, and Engineering teams to drive solutions forward.
Excellent facilitation skills, guiding cross-functional teams toward defined outcomes and executing on them.
Experienced in gathering and managing stakeholder feedback to refine business requirements.
Expertise in digital product launches, including redesigns and rebuilds, particularly for Connected TV.
Skilled in navigating differing team perspectives to reach alignment and decisions.
Effective decision-making, including managing upwards and holding others accountable to deadlines.
Solution-oriented with a willingness to learn from mistakes.
Adaptable communication skills, attuned to the audience and situation.
Collaborate with the PMO to deliver required documentation and planning details.
Partner with program management to ensure smooth coordination and role complementarity.
Manage vendor relationships, tracking work across multiple teams.
Comfortable with ambiguity, able to define and document requirements as needed.
Holds themselves accountable to the team, the PMO, and the broader department.
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
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