Senior Digital Asset Manager (AEM)

Onward Search; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (Health)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Program

Commuter Benefit

eLearning and Ongoing Training

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Onward Search is seeking a Senior Digital Asset Manager (AEM) to lead digital asset initiatives and digital transformation efforts from Wilmington, DE. This 3-month contract role requires 3 days remote and 2 days onsite, focusing on strong product ownership and change management.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of experience, proven DAM project leadership, and expertise with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM Cloud).

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product management or ownership.
• Proven success managing large-scale DAM projects, preferably in regulated industries.
• Familiarity with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM Cloud).
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and communicate with diverse stakeholders.
• Self-driven, strategic leader with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of AEM Cloud and digital asset management projects, translating goals into actionable requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication throughout development.
• Collaborate with change management to drive adoption of new processes and technologies.
• Advocate best practices in digital asset management and support integration efforts.
• Build and maintain relationships across cross-functional teams and vendor partners, working independently to advance initiatives.

Skills

Product ownership

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Tools

Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Cloud

Job description

A leading organization specializing in digital solutions is seeking a Senior Digital Asset Manager (AEM) to support their team. This a 3 month contract role that will be 3 days remote and 2 days onsite in Wilmington, DE. The role requires extensive product ownership experience, including managing digital asset initiatives and leading change management efforts.

Application deadline for this role is 10/15/2026.

Senior Digital Asset Manager (AEM) Responsibilities:

• Oversee the complete delivery of projects related to AEM Cloud and digital asset management, transforming business goals into practical requirements and prioritized task lists.
• Act as the primary liaison for stakeholders, maintaining open communication and project transparency throughout the development cycle.
• Collaborate with change management teams to facilitate adoption of new processes and technologies.
• Advocate for digital asset management best practices, supporting integration efforts and stakeholder engagement.
• Foster strong relationships across cross-functional teams, including business, technical, and vendor partners, operating independently to advance initiatives.

Senior Digital Asset Manager (AEM) Qualifications:

• A minimum of 10 years' relevant experience, with significant roles in product management or ownership.
• Proven success managing large-scale digital transformation or DAM projects within regulated industries like financial services.
• Familiarity with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM Cloud) and foundational DAM concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple priorities and effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions-driven professional with strong leadership capabilities and a strategic mindset.

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning and Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.

Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.