Product Manager, Editorial Solutions

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