AI Program Lead

Eight Eleven Group; New York (NY); Hybride; USD 59 000 - 76 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Eight Eleven Group is seeking an AI Solutions Associate Program Lead in New York, NY. This hybrid, contract-to-hire role focuses on operationalizing a portfolio of generative AI tools within a large media organization.

You will coordinate stakeholders, manage vendors, track decisions and risks, and develop repeatable processes to scale AI capabilities from early adoption to enterprise operations.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in program management or related fields.
• Strong organizational skills with multiple workstreams and deadlines.
• Ability to turn ambiguous problems into structured plans and actions.
• Clear written and verbal communication for non-technical audiences.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate day-to-day execution across a portfolio of enterprise generative AI tools, maintaining plans and risks.
• Develop operating processes, playbooks and handoffs to move AI from experimentation to repeatable models.
• Partner with business units to understand use cases, adoption needs, and requirements.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Legal, Cybersecurity, Procurement and others to remove blockers.
• Serve as day-to-day program contact for AI technology partners, managing meetings and escalations.
• Assist with licensing, usage and renewal planning by monitoring demand and usage.
• Prepare concise updates and document lessons learned and adoption improvements.

Connaissances

Program management

Cross-functional coordination

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Formation

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Description du poste

AI Solutions Associate Program Lead

New York, NY (Hybrid)

Contract to Hire

Compensation: $43 - $55 per hour

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client, a Fortune 50 Broadcast Media & Entertainment organization, is seeking an AI Solutions Associate Program Lead to help operationalize and scale a portfolio of emerging generative AI tools. Based in New York, NY, this hybrid, contract-to-hire role sits at the intersection of technology, creative workflows, and business operations. You will be responsible for coordinating stakeholders, managing vendors, tracking decisions and risks, and developing repeatable processes that move AI capabilities from early adoption toward sustainable enterprise operations. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a globally recognized media leader, gain exposure to senior professionals across multiple departments, and build expertise in video, streaming, and emerging technologies within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Coordinate day-to-day execution across a portfolio of enterprise generative AI tools (e.g., Runway, ElevenLabs, Fal.ai), maintaining program plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, decisions, and action items
• Develop and maintain operating processes, documentation, playbooks, and handoffs to transition AI capabilities from early-stage experimentation to repeatable operating models
• Partner with Business Unit teams to understand use cases, adoption needs, and operational requirements, capturing feedback and outcomes to inform broader program priorities
• Coordinate cross-functionally with Engineering, Legal, Cybersecurity, Procurement, and other partners to resolve blockers and ensure program progress
• Serve as the day-to-day program contact for assigned AI technology partners, managing vendor meetings, roadmap discussions, support escalations, and tracking product capabilities, limitations, and open issues
• Support licensing, usage, and renewal planning by partnering with data leads to monitor usage, demand, and emerging use cases
• Prepare concise program updates, recommendations, and decision points for leadership, and document lessons learned and adoption improvements for broader application across additional AI tools

WHAT YOU BRING

• 2-4 years of experience in program management, project management, business analysis, technology operations, product operations, or a related field
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with experience coordinating multiple workstreams, stakeholders, and deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to turn ambiguous problems into structured plans, actions, and follow-ups
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technology topics clearly to non-technical audiences
• Experience working cross-functionally in a matrixed organization
• Strong attention to detail with accurate documentation, status reporting, and action tracking
• Curiosity about generative AI and enthusiasm for learning new technologies quickly
• Comfort working in a fast-moving, evolving environment
• Preferred: Experience supporting technology, SaaS, AI, digital transformation, or emerging technology programs
• Preferred: Experience working with external technology vendors or SaaS providers
• Preferred: Familiarity with generative AI tools, especially for creative applications (image, video, audio, etc.)
• Preferred: Experience supporting media, entertainment, marketing, creative, or content-production organizations
• Preferred: Exposure to enterprise technology governance, security, legal, or procurement processes
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized Media & Entertainment organization
• Ability to build and grow subject-matter expertise within video, streaming, and emerging technologies
• Exposure to senior-level business professionals across multiple departments and geographic locations
• Chance to grow your career in a fast-paced, dynamic environment supporting high-impact initiatives

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