Senior Director, Content Production & Program Strategy

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a Senior Director, Content Production Management to lead the online program portfolio strategy and cross‑functional execution. The role oversees program design, development, and launch, coordinating instructional design, marketing, IT, and academic units to ensure timely delivery.

You will build governance and processes for program approval, work with faculty and deans, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent + 14 years of related work experience, or Master’s degree or equivalent + 12 years of related work experience.
• Experience in program management, higher education administration, or related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and work with academic leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and management of the online program portfolio, including prioritization and long‑term growth.
• Partner with colleges to define scope, timelines, and requirements for program development.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams to move programs through development milestones on time and within scope.
• Establish governance, processes, and decision-making criteria for program approval and delivery.
• Develop dashboards and reports to track portfolio progress and drive continuous improvement.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

University of Utah is seeking a Senior Director, Content Production Management to lead the online program portfolio strategy and cross‑functional execution. The role oversees program design, development, and launch, coordinating instructional design, marketing, IT, and academic units to ensure timely delivery.

You will build governance and processes for program approval, work with faculty and deans, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven decision making.