Project Manager

Optomi

Burbank, CA

Optomi, in partnership with a leader in technology innovation, is looking for a Project Manager to join the StudioLAB team. As a Project Manager, you will play a core role in the implementation and execution of our Lab, a hands-on showroom demonstrating the latest in production technology innovation. You will be part of the StudioLAB team, joining a group of innovators within the Office of Technology Enablement. This team consists of multi-skilled individuals with broad experience across various specialisms and industries, collectively capable of prototyping and delivering Studios-centric software, hardware, new kinds of content and experiences, and new lines of cinematic-related business. This role reports to the Senior Manager of Technology Innovation.

What the right candidate will enjoy:

Working in a cutting-edge technology environment
Being part of a dynamic and innovative team
Opportunities to influence the latest in production technology

What type of experience does the right candidate have:

Experience with maintaining project backlogs and task lists
Ability to synchronize inter-dependent tasks across multiple programs
Proficiency in developing and maintaining planning tools
Experience facilitating meetings and discussions
Strong communication skills

What the responsibilities are of the right candidate:

Maintain project backlogs, task lists, and roadmaps for the Lab’s internal development
Work with PMs in adjacent teams to synchronize inter-dependent tasks across multiple programs
Develop, deliver, and maintain planning tools regarding development activities
Facilitate, organize, and run meetings, planning sessions, discussions, and reviews
Capture and manage follow-up tasks from meetings and verbal discussions
Develop and maintain overall program schedule and resource requirements
Communicate regularly and reliably to wider team and peers via regular check-in meetings, email, and other collaboration systems
Identify blockers and impediments, and raise to leadership