Project manager for digital content related project

Summary: The role of Project Manager for Digital Content involves overseeing various aspects of digital projects within a leading marketing support company. The position requires managing risks, coordinating between teams, and ensuring project goals are met while maintaining quality control. The ideal candidate will have substantial project management experience, particularly in digital environments, and possess strong organizational and leadership skills. Proficiency in both Japanese and English is essential for effective communication in this international setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage risks and dependencies across multiple project workstreams.
• Coordinate between different producer tracks (e.g., Content, Digital) for cross-disciplinary projects.
• Provide escalation support for producers when broader project goals are impacted.
• Oversee digital elements including budget tracking, timelines, and resource assignments.
• Escalate budget decisions to Account Management.
• Collaborate with Digital Producers on technical implementation.
• Translate business requirements between stakeholders and technical teams.
• Lead entire projects from start to finish.
• Create detailed project plans (objectives, scope, milestones, deliverables, communication, RACI, risk, quality).
• Develop Statements of Work (SOW) with input from subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Build master schedules and roadmaps aligned with broader goals.
• Refine scope and timelines to realistic terms with SME input.
• Plan and allocate resources based on required skill sets.
• Define production scope, budget, and schedule in collaboration with SMEs and Content Producers.
• Coordinate internal teams to meet project goals.
• Ensure quality control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and manage project budgets.
• Identify and mitigate risks proactively.
• Manage non-content resources (e.g., strategy, media planning).
• Align overall project schedule with production timelines.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and apply lessons learned.
• Track deliverables to meet client and agency standards.
• Manage client expectations throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Skills:

• Bachelor's degree (PMI certification preferred).
• 4-6 years of project management experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in digital projects (websites, apps, campaigns).
• Experience working with international teams.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
• Logical thinker with attention to detail and big-picture awareness.
• Creative problem-solving and solution implementation skills.
• Familiarity with creative production, web development, and content creation.
• Understanding of digital workflow tools and agency processes.
• Basic knowledge of design tools (e.g., Figma, HTML5) is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, Jira, Confluence, and database tools.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Independent, accountable, collaborative, and solution-oriented.
• Assertive leadership and decision-making skills.
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn.
• Japanese: N2 level or higher.
• English: Business level (TOEIC 800+).

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Tokyo

Country: Japan

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Marketing