Media Project Manager

TransPerfect; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MediaNEXT is seeking a Media Project Manager to lead end-to-end transcription and localization projects for a global team based in Chicago. The role covers pre-production through post-production, including vendor selection, scheduling, and quality checks.

You will negotiate rates, communicate with clients and linguists, and drive on-time delivery while maintaining profitability. A Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of PM experience in media are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Media Project Manager, preferably with corporate material.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate rates and deadlines with contract linguists to maximize profitability.
• Communicate issues and delays to Account Executive and troubleshoot problems.
• Investigate client complaints and implement systemic changes to prevent repetition.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Pro Tools

Job description

MediaNEXT is looking for a Media Project Manager to join our expanding Global team!

Position Summary

The Media Project Manager will manage the entire lifecycle of transcription projects involving Audio/Video Media accessibility (subtitling, voiceover, graphic replacement).

The Media Project Manager will have competency in the following types of localization projects:

• IVRS (Interactive Voice Response Technology)
• E-learning and corporate training material
• Flash and online projects
• Radio, TV and Internet Spots
• Animated videos and cartoons
• Video and online games
• TV and Film

What You Will Be Doing

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Summary

• Negotiate rates and deadlines with contract linguists in order to maximize profitability and project completion speed.
• Communicate any issues/problems/delays/additional information to Account Executive on an immediate basis and work to troubleshoot any issues that arise.
• Investigate/resolve client complaints, problem solve and work with QA/Management to ensure that appropriate systemic changes are implemented to ensure that any problems that occurred cannot be repeated.

Who We Are Looking For

The Media Project Manager will have the ability to handle all aspects of multimedia project management with assistance and supervision from Team Lead or Department Manager as necessary. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Pre-production: Pre-flight of audio and video projects. Reviewing audio and video files, selecting proper vendors, scheduling voice talent, studios, video editors and subtitling technicians or suppliers. Provide concise and effective project instructions to all necessary parties.
• Production: All aspects of the recording and audio engineering processes, including set‑up, file prep and conversion, Pro Tools basics, mic and level checks, pre‑amp and phone patch function, slating, takes, pick‑ups/re‑records. Monitor recording sessions to ensure instructions are being followed and provide feedback. Communicate effectively with engineers, talents and clients during sessions.
• Post‑production: All stages of post‑production such as video editing, graphic replacement, subtitling and DVD authoring. Basic audio editing competency and ability to convert audio files to required formats. Complete a thorough and accurate quality check to look for mistakes in audio and video files prior to delivering projects.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in English.

Ability to effectively multitask in order to simultaneously execute multiple projects.

Exceptional problem solving/critical thinking skills.

Ability to maintain professionalism, focus, and results‑orientation in all situations, especially under pressure and tight deadlines.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.

Minimum of 1 year’s experience working as a Media Project Manager, preferably working with corporate material.