Digital Product Management Specialist

New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About the Department
The Marketing and Communications Department set our brand tone. They construct and magnify stories and messages to help and inspire people through running, across advertising, media, brand strategy, creative materials, video, photography, race broadcasts, editorial, brand presentations, and multiple web and digital platforms. They connect with the world's best athletes and ambassadors to deepen NYRR's mission. They leverage channels ranging from international broadcasts to screens at our NYRR RUN CENTER, individual emails to mass media, and from digital journeys to raceday signage. The Marketing and Communications team connects NYRR's initiatives and innovations to the hearts and minds of our community, inspiring them to run for life. Broadcast & Video Production team oversees NYRR’s live television broadcasts, including the TCS New York City Marathon and United Airlines NYC Half, and manages the organizations video content creation with a focus on developing compelling and entertaining video content around existing events, programs, and initiatives to raise awareness, drive engagement, and attract monetization opportunities for the organization.

About the Position
NYRR is seeking an entrepreneurial Digital Product Management Specialist who will drive the development, vision and growth of NYRR’s digital product portfolio, including virtual racing. This person will be the voice of the virtual runner and develop, launch and manage virtual products and experiences to give runners around the world access to racing, training and community no matter where they live.

Job Responsibilities (primary and secondary duties)

Create products and solutions based on needs and understanding of existing virtual runners and potential runners throughout their lifecycle

Incorporate data, research and market analysis to inform product strategies and roadmaps

Manage NYRR’s virtual races, including the calendar, race launches, community groups, support and Strava partnership communication

Partner with cross-functional teams to define digital product roadmap and enhance existing and new products and features

Integrate partner technologies and other offerings seamlessly into NYRR’s digital product suite

Create detailed documentation and communicate requirements to IT and development team

Monitor and report on key metrics to track virtual product progress

Develop strong relationships with stakeholders throughout the organization to keep digital products in line with NYRR’s wider strategy

Actively engage with the global running community

Job Requirements
Experience

3+ years’ of Product Management Experience

2-3 years’ technical experience

Experience working with development teams

Familiarity with digital tracking and mobile apps

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Skills and Attributes

Excitement about white space and creating new products

Empathy toward the global running community

Experience working collaboratively with both technical and business teams

Strong project management and communication skills

Experience managing product launches and integrations

Analytical mindset and problem solver

Ability to prioritize multiple workstreams

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)

Passionate about NYRR’s mission and the virtual running space

Ability to work occasional weekends or evenings

Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Other Requirements

All staff are required to work the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon, RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon, and the TCS NYC Marathon.

Salary: 80-85K

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