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.

Job ID: 10103747

Location: New York,New York

Job Posting Company: ABC News

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