Creative Producer / Project Manager
Nova Sky Stories, Berkeley, CA, United States
At Nova Sky Stories , we empower artists and producers to bring awe and wonder to live audiences around the world. As the global leader in drone entertainment , we’ve been redefining live shows for over a decade—merging cutting‑edge drone technology with imaginative artistry.
With a veteran team of engineers and creatives, we design and operate lightweight, small, precise, and safe drones that perform in the most demanding environments—urban centers, extreme temperatures, and high winds. The result? Sky Stories that inspire, captivate, and transform the sky into a canvas of imagination.
Headquartered in the U.S. with teams across Europe and the UAE, Nova Sky Stories works with the world’s leading brands, venues, and events.
We’re looking for a highly organized and creatively‑minded Creative Project Manager / Producer to help bring original ideas to life within our Berkeley studio.
In this role, you’ll partner closely with our creative team to guide projects from early ideation through execution—helping shape how ideas evolve, keeping momentum strong, and ensuring the right people, resources, and timing come together at the right moments.
This isn’t a traditional project management role. You’ll be embedded in the creative process—supporting brainstorming, helping narrow ideas into actionable paths, coordinating across internal teams and external partners, and ensuring nothing gets lost between concept and execution.
Your goal is to keep the creative team focused on creating—while you make sure everything around them runs smoothly.
As a Creative Project Manager / Producer, you’ll be responsible for:
Guide creative projects from early concept through execution, helping move ideas from broad exploration into clear direction
Support the creative process by organizing brainstorming outputs and helping prioritize which ideas move forward
Build and manage timelines, ensuring key creative milestones (storyboarding, design, production, etc.) stay on track
Coordinate across internal teams (design, animation, production) and external partners (e.g., audio, vendors) to bring projects to life
Act as the connective tissue between teams—ensuring clear communication, alignment, and visibility across locations
Capture and communicate key decisions, feedback, and next steps to keep everyone aligned and moving forward
Anticipate needs across the creative pipeline, understanding what comes before and after each phase of work
Balance momentum with thoughtfulness—knowing when to push forward and when to pause and refine
Remove friction from the process so creative leads can stay focused on storytelling, design, and execution
Support planning for adjacent creative needs (e.g., merchandising, assets, or extended creative outputs)
You’ll Need To Have
5+ years of experience in a creative production, project management, or producer role within animation, film, games, live entertainment, or similar industries
Strong understanding of creative pipelines (concept → storyboard → production → delivery) and how to support each phase
Experience working closely with creative teams and understanding how to support (not control) the creative process
Proven ability to manage timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
Experience coordinating with external partners or vendors (e.g., studios, freelancers, production support)
Strong communication skills, especially in navigating feedback and aligning different perspectives
Ability to operate independently, bringing structure and clarity without needing heavy direction
What Defines You
You’re excited by the creative potential of drone technology and what’s possible in this space
You’re a clear and confident communicator who can bring ideas to life and collaborate effectively
You’re highly collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills and a team‑first mindset
You’re organized and adaptable, able to juggle multiple priorities in a fast‑moving environment
You bring a proactive, “can‑do” attitude and enjoy finding creative solutions to complex challenges
You’re comfortable working closely with teammates, clients, and external partners to deliver great work
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With a veteran team of engineers and creatives, we design and operate lightweight, small, precise, and safe drones that perform in the most demanding environments—urban centers, extreme temperatures, and high winds. The result? Sky Stories that inspire, captivate, and transform the sky into a canvas of imagination.
Headquartered in the U.S. with teams across Europe and the UAE, Nova Sky Stories works with the world’s leading brands, venues, and events.
We’re looking for a highly organized and creatively‑minded Creative Project Manager / Producer to help bring original ideas to life within our Berkeley studio.
In this role, you’ll partner closely with our creative team to guide projects from early ideation through execution—helping shape how ideas evolve, keeping momentum strong, and ensuring the right people, resources, and timing come together at the right moments.
This isn’t a traditional project management role. You’ll be embedded in the creative process—supporting brainstorming, helping narrow ideas into actionable paths, coordinating across internal teams and external partners, and ensuring nothing gets lost between concept and execution.
Your goal is to keep the creative team focused on creating—while you make sure everything around them runs smoothly.
As a Creative Project Manager / Producer, you’ll be responsible for:
Guide creative projects from early concept through execution, helping move ideas from broad exploration into clear direction
Support the creative process by organizing brainstorming outputs and helping prioritize which ideas move forward
Build and manage timelines, ensuring key creative milestones (storyboarding, design, production, etc.) stay on track
Coordinate across internal teams (design, animation, production) and external partners (e.g., audio, vendors) to bring projects to life
Act as the connective tissue between teams—ensuring clear communication, alignment, and visibility across locations
Capture and communicate key decisions, feedback, and next steps to keep everyone aligned and moving forward
Anticipate needs across the creative pipeline, understanding what comes before and after each phase of work
Balance momentum with thoughtfulness—knowing when to push forward and when to pause and refine
Remove friction from the process so creative leads can stay focused on storytelling, design, and execution
Support planning for adjacent creative needs (e.g., merchandising, assets, or extended creative outputs)
You’ll Need To Have
5+ years of experience in a creative production, project management, or producer role within animation, film, games, live entertainment, or similar industries
Strong understanding of creative pipelines (concept → storyboard → production → delivery) and how to support each phase
Experience working closely with creative teams and understanding how to support (not control) the creative process
Proven ability to manage timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
Experience coordinating with external partners or vendors (e.g., studios, freelancers, production support)
Strong communication skills, especially in navigating feedback and aligning different perspectives
Ability to operate independently, bringing structure and clarity without needing heavy direction
What Defines You
You’re excited by the creative potential of drone technology and what’s possible in this space
You’re a clear and confident communicator who can bring ideas to life and collaborate effectively
You’re highly collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills and a team‑first mindset
You’re organized and adaptable, able to juggle multiple priorities in a fast‑moving environment
You bring a proactive, “can‑do” attitude and enjoy finding creative solutions to complex challenges
You’re comfortable working closely with teammates, clients, and external partners to deliver great work
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