TransLash Media - Project Manager

• Schedule and lead podcast and cross-functional meetings, including project kickoffs, working sessions, and project retrospectives.

• Document meetings, track decisions, and update project management systems accordingly.

• Collaborate across TransLash teams to plan and manage projects, timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with creative and technical requirements.

• Ensure deadlines are met, follow up with stakeholders, and address roadblocks proactively.

• Improve project management systems, enhance transparency, and establish structured workflows.

• Track production timelines and coordinate budget discussions with leadership.

• Support coordination with external partners and collaborators, particularly in the launch phase.

• Build and support others in building project plans and templates in Asana.

• Maintain visibility into project progress, regularly updating stakeholders on milestones and performance analytics.

• Ensure high levels of confidentiality and sensitivity in handling investigative content.

• Continuously assess and refine workflows and project management practices to optimize efficiency and quality.

• May assist with other TransLash initiatives as needed, contributing to the development of project management systems across the organization.
  

• At least three years of relevant experience in project management, particularly in managing complex, fast-paced projects, is required.

• Experience managing multiple work streams, including production, operations, and marketing, is required, with preference given to candidates who have worked across multiple media formats, such as video, social media, and multimedia storytelling.

• Strong command of project management methodologies is required, with flexibility to adapt to different tools as needed.

• Experience in media production project management, particularly investigative journalism, documentary production, or long-form storytelling, is preferred.

• Prior experience in advocacy-focused or mission-driven organizations is a plus.

• Experience working in hybrid environments balancing nonprofit and private-sector demands is a plus. 
  

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to manage cross-team collaboration, working with producers, editors, marketing, and social media teams.

• High attention to detail, time management, and organization.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive content with discretion.

• Flexibility and adaptability in fast-paced environments.

• Ability to mentor and elevate project management practices within the organization.

• Experience facilitating diverse teams and ensuring accountability.

• Knowledge of Asana or other project management software.

• Ability to adapt to new platforms/tools as needed, is required.

• Ability to work independently while also fitting into a small, focused team.

• Proficiency with Slack and Google Suite is preferred.
  

• ​Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods.

• Prolonged periods working on a computer.

• Communicating with others to exchange information.

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  

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