Product Manager, Editorial Solutions

Job ID 10103747 Location New York, New York, United States Business ABC News Date posted Oct. 22, 2024

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Job Summary:

The Product Manager, Editorial Solutions role is critical in streamlining newsgathering and editorial workflows through the implementation of our news planning platform. This role will be responsible for conducting end-user research and addressing complex challenges across various editorial and operational end-user groups, with a special focus on facilitating efficient news planning and coordination, and broadcast rundown management. This role involves organizing and assisting with workshops, continuously engaging with end-users, creating presentations to guide and facilitate discussions, and ensuring the successful rollout of new solutions.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with editorial and operations teams to introduce and implement new workflows and technologies that address their needs
Engage with vendors and internal software teams to develop solutions, create integrations, and optimize workflows for news planning
Assist in managing the entire lifecycle of the news planning platform, spanning from design and development to deployment, and provide ongoing post-launch support
Support the transition to a new platform for managing broadcast rundowns, assisting in a smooth migration and effective adoption across teams
Work closely with software development, media and engineering operations, product development, and editorial groups to refine and iterate on solutions to enhance user experience
Play a key role in the change management process, ensuring smooth transitions and user adoption of new platforms and technologies.
Design and implement training programs for staff on the new system and workflows.
Maintain a deep understanding of the latest trends and technologies related to news planning and show production planning

Qualifications:

7+ years of experience in product management, particularly in media or news-related projects.
Strong experience in news production, with a specific focus on editorial planning, broadcast rundown management, and coordination workflows.
Proven ability to work effectively with editorial, operations, and technology teams in a media environment.
Knowledge of various newsroom systems and vendors, with the ability to stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in the field.
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education in a relevant field.
Familiarity with media management workflows, news planning tools, newsroom coordination platforms, and broadcast rundown systems

The hiring range for this position in New York is $145,400.00-$195,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About ABC News:

The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call ABC News.

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