Media Project Manager
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Media Project Manager
New York City, NY (*Local candidates - Hybrid, 3 days Onsite)
$60-$85/hr (Weekly pay + Medical Benefits)
Long-term Contract (12+ months; can go up to 3yrs)
A major player in the media and entertainment space is seeking Project Managers/Project Analyst role to support a long-term, strategic transformation initiative. Candidates should be strong collaborators, capable of managing project workstreams independently while occasionally jumping into functional problem-solving alongside business leads.
The team is seeking a highly organized and detail-orientedProject Managerto join the New Yor office. The ideal candidate will support project planning, execution, and delivery by providing analysis, reporting, and coordination. This role acts as a bridge between cross-functional teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead project planning, execution, and closure phases
Track project timelines, milestones, budgets, and deliverables
Create and maintain project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and dashboards
Analyze project performance data and recommend improvements
Monitor risk and issue logs and assist in mitigation strategies
Assist in preparing presentations for stakeholders and executive updates
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with strategic objectives
Use project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, Smartsheet) to track progress and communicate effectively
Identify process inefficiencies and support continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in business administration, Project Management, or relevant experience
3-12 years of experience in project management for a global company
Strong stakeholder management skills
Strong experience collaboration with internal, external leadership and stakeholders
Experience to prepare updates and reporting for internal stakeholders, including leadership
Experience to partner with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and delivery
Knowledge of Agile or Waterfall project methodologies
Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with project management tools and software Jira or Asana,
Bonus: Experience with Smartsheet
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Bonus: PMP, CAPM, or Agile certification is a plus
Media/entertainment is a big plus
Must be local to NYC and available to work in-office at least 3 days/week
Why This Role:
Long-term opportunity providing services to a globally recognized media organization
Engage in meaningful, visible projects that shape the industry
Hybrid flexibility paired with valuable in-person collaboration
Work alongside a team of talented professionals in a high-impact setting
TCW Global is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on , ethnicity, , , belief, or .