Localization Project Manager

This is a Full Time Job


The objective of this position is to support the day-to-day management of various workflows relating to production & localization.

This person will manage audio dubbing orders, reference materials, international timelines, dubbing studio outreach, and territory communications.

This job requires interface with multiple business units at TWDC; therefore, the candidate must have sensitivity to customer service and a sense of diplomacy.

Responsibilities include:
• Ownership of assigned dubbing production slate by providing solutions to workflow issues
• Provide timely feedback to Sr . Management on delays or challenges
• Supervise the completion of dubbed audio, contracts, scripts, etc.. from global dubbing studios
• Measure and track various localization assets from order to inventory
• Work with the Content Protection group to ensure compliance
• Identify & create key metrics that allow process improvements for our business management system
• Monitor vendor performance and provide detailed analysis to Sr . Management
• Proactively identify & present operational efficiencies in areas of responsibility
• Create structure in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment
• Ensure thorough, accurate, and timely completion of assignments
• Effectively communicate with stakeholders and manage expectations
• Adaptability and resilience to quick changes in priorities, technology, tools, and workflow
• Report to various internal stakeholders on project status.
• Create and publish presentations related to ad-hoc projects and/or production related topics
• Maintain Contact database for dub studios and vendors
• Set agreed upon operating procedures & client metrics
• Develop, update, and maintain clear and comprehensive process documentation to support workflow standardization and operational efficiency.

Basic Qualifications
• 4+ years of Project management experience in localization
• General knowledge of dubbing reference and localization materials
• Strong project management skills & ability to track multiple projects at a time
• Experience working in a high-volume production environment with multiple simultaneous
• projects and tight deadlines.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with other departments to achieve common goals
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient ability to work in Google sheets, Smartsheets and Excel
• Ability to work with Google Apps Scripts
• Technical knowledge in Audio/Video and digital media

Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Television or Film Production, Communications, or related field
• Experience in managing dubbing workflow
• Extensive knowledge of localization workflows and tools in the entertainment industry
• Vocational School Certification