OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY
Fox Sports
FOX Sports is the umbrella entity representing FOX Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, the business has ownership and interests in linear television networks, digital and mobile programming, broadband platforms, multiple web sites, joint-venture businesses and several licensing relationships. FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes. FOX Sports’ digital properties include FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports App, which provides live streaming video of FOX Sports content, instant scores, stats and alerts to iOS and Android devices. Additionally, FOX Sports and social broadcasting platform, Caffeine jointly own Caffeine Studios which creates exclusive eSports, sports and live entertainment content. Also included in FOX Sports’ portfolio are FOX’s interests in joint-venture business Big Ten Network as well as a licensing agreement that established the FOX Sports Radio Network.
JOB DESCRIPTION
FOX Sports Systems Engineering – Project Management Team is searching for an exceptional Technical Project Manager to join our team in Los Angeles. As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for all tasks PM related including planning, scheduling, budgeting, project communication, issue resolution, change management, vendor management, and risk management. This position demands a strong background in both technology and project management.
A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Planning, scheduling, budgeting, project communication, issue resolution, change management, vendor management, risk management, resource management, and order equipment
- Creating and executing project plans for multiple complex projects simultaneously
- Coordinating with all parties to refine project scopes, requirements, plan, design, built, and test to deliver on time and within budget
- Facilitating cross functional internal/external team meetings effectively including stakeholders, engineering, designers, management, vendors, and facilities
- Collaborating with all involved parties and stay on top of all open items, issues, risks, and scope creep that cause delays to project delivery
- Successfully managing all aspects of the projects including project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
- Effectively communicating relevant project information to all stakeholders, project team members, and management
- Coordinating design sessions and obtain signoffs from required approvers timely
- Managing vendors and ensuring on-time delivery, invoice payments, and reconciliation with Finance system
- Overseeing all incoming and outgoing project activities
- Resolving and/or escalating issues and risks timely
- Updating management on projects and work task status on regular basis
- Reporting of project RAID (risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies)
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- 7+ years of experience in a technical project management role leading complex projects
- Experience with a variety of project management methodologies
- Effective management of multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to manage cross functional teams consisting of product, design, engineering, & management
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including excellent client-facing and internal communication skills. Able to custom communication style caters to individuals
- Outstanding project leadership, presentation skills, and facilitating meetings with senior management, stakeholders, designers, engineers, and vendors
- Solid organizational skills including attention to detail, multitasking skills, consistently driving for success, organized, eager, and willing to learn and take on challenging tasks/projects
- High performer – Thrive on challenges and success. Go beyond the call of duty attitude
- Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
- Promptly, consistently, and persistently finding solutions for roadblocks and resolving issues/challenges
- Ability to understand technical and design documents
- Ability to adapt to frequent changes and capacity to manage high pressure situations
- Big picture thinking and vision
- Strong work ethics, integrity, and professionalism
- Proactively taking actions on open tasks, issues, and risks
- Capable in self-driven, fast learner, self-efficient, socially friendly, problem solving, and work independently
- Determine and take pride in driving the right solution for project delivery
- Physically moderate healthy for job walks on construction projects
- Proficient PM tools: Microsoft Office suite, Zoom video calls & recordings, Smartsheet, OKTA, Google suite, Slack messaging, cloud storage Box, and schedule meetings
NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
- BS degree or equivalent
- PMP, MBA or CSM
- Experience with broadcast systems
- Experience in consulting or client services
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $90,000.00-120,000.00 annually. We provide Freelancers medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.