Sr. Program Manager

<h3><strong>Who We Are</strong></h3> <p>We are an award-winning independent creative solutions company that aspires to be the most culturally-influential company in the world. We help ambitious brands harness the power of culture to solve their biggest challenges. As a unique mix of experts in culture, technology, and storytelling, we are united by a passion to grow brands in ways that advertising alone can never do.&nbsp;</p> <p>We are an entrepreneurial business – not a traditional “ad agency.” That means we value resourcefulness and tenacity just as much as we value creativity and intelligence. We’re unapologetically ambitious!</p> <h4>We are looking for a Program Manager to join Translation!</h4> <p><em>This role is based in <strong>Brooklyn, New York</strong> with four days in-office and one day remote.</em></p> <h3><strong><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">What You'll Do</span></strong></h3> <ul> <li>Own the how. Develop scopes, timelines, budgets and delivery systems for programs ranging from complex to “simple.” Don’t assume one size fits all.&nbsp;</li> <li>Coordinate internal and external meetings throughout the lifecycle of the program, and maintain close coordination with key stakeholders, including Business Leadership and Production.</li> <li>Deliver strategic and creative deliverables directly to day to day clients. Own contact reports, internally and back to the client.</li> <li>Manage talent allocations week over week. Work with the Group Engagement Director and Business Leadership to ensure programs are planned to achieve successful completion, including coming in on time and on budget.</li> <li>Coordinate internal teams, ensure high quality delivery, and manage back to overarching strategy of the engagement.</li> <li>Develop a strong understanding of client’s business and industry, key competitors, and audience demographics.</li> <li>Help maintain integrated ways of working by reinforcing team processes and managing documentation and communications.</li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>A proactive, hands-on mentality. You take immense pride in your work. You’re results-driven and detail-oriented, but also passionate about people, culture, and creativity.</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly, accurately, and succinctly.</li> <li>Stellar time management and organizational skills, able to juggle multiple priorities under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.</li> <li>Thick-skinned, persistent, and diplomatic—you handle challenges with opti