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ABOUT US
Founded in 2003, GPL Technologies has been building a team of talented professionals in entertainment/media and post production information technology. Our team consists of client focused account managers, certified and trained IT specialists, vendor partners, and a stimulating culture that isn’t present in most IT companies.
DESCRIPTION
The Project Manager will be primarily responsible to plan, implement and monitor delivery of projects and regularly communicate progress and risks. The Project Manager is a central figure of the project and works with multiple teams and stakeholders throughout to ensure timelines and objectives are met.
THE CANDIDATE
GPL Technologies is looking for an ambitious Project Manager to join our team. The successful candidate must be able to adopt, thrive, navigate, and support strategic initiatives as directed by management. As the Project Manager, you are accountable for creating comprehensive timelines, defining resource requirements, and managing projects from initiation through completion.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage entire customer journey from post-sale handoff to project completion
• Serve as primary point of contact for all project related customer issues
• Identify and manage project stakeholders, milestones, roadblocks
• Coordinate customer and GPL engineering teams to develop statements of work for project implementation
• Create comprehensive project timelines in Autotask and/or MS Project
• Assess project needs and schedule engineering resources to ensure on-time completion of projects
• Serve as liaison between customer, GPL procurement, and GPL engineering to ensure equipment and services are delivered on schedule
• Provide regular updates to management regarding project backlog, resource allocation, project profitability, etc.
• Lead post-mortem analysis of severity 1 issues and manage implementation of process improvements identified in post-mortem reviews
• Develop, document, and automate internal project management processes
• Manage project scope, risks and issues and create mitigation plans to address them
• Monitor project progress throughout planning and delivery phases
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
• Diploma or degree in a technical discipline
• PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM certifications an asset
• Mid to high-level certifications desirable but not required (MCSE, VCP, CISM, CISSP, AWS CSA)
• Familiarity working with Agile delivery teams/project management
• Good planning skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience working in a client facing role and overall commitment to customer satisfaction
• Desire and ability to learn, grow and lead in a multi-faceted, project-based environment
• Demonstrated project management competencies: budget and timeline management, scope management, risk management, issues management, timely decision making
• Ability to prioritize and delegate appropriately and deal with changing priorities
Can relate to the GPL Core Values:
o We take care of each other and our clients
o Agility is our edge
o Creative problem solvers
o Cool under pressure Clarity
o Clarity, Confidence, Commitment
WHAT WE OFFER
• Flexible work schedule with ability to work from home and unlimited PTO
• 401k plan
• Medical, dental, vision, accident and life insurances
• Excellent work environment with supportive and progressive staff and leadership
The salary range for this position is 65,000 to 85,000 annually. The provided range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data.
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POST PRODUCTION ENGINEER
THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Studio Engineer to oversee the day-to-day
operations of our client’s studio in Philadelphia. The successful candidate will be responsible for
managing the studio and ensuring the efficient operation of all technical and production
systems. This position reports to the Director of IT, and works closely with our post production
team and other IT professionals. The position will be based out of our Center City Philadelphia
office, although the person will have some flexibility to work remotely depending on workload.
ABOUT US
Our client is uniquely able to develop and produce content and entertainment for brands. They
offer full-service creative capabilities, from development, live production, and editorial through
nnimation, visual effects, and finishing services. Our experience spans advertising, digital,
short form, long form, episodic TV, and feature films.
RESPONSIBILITIES
● Oversee the entire studio, including post-production facilities, recording studios, file
storage and other technical equipment.
● Provide Editorial System support, ensuring successful daily operations of Avid Media
Composer, Adobe Premiere and Black Magic Resolve production environments.
● Manage ProTools Audio Systems and in-office Recording Suites.
● Manage Users Accounts including AD and Google services.
● Provide leadership in workflow development for Editorial and the broader production
environment.
● Develop and implement best practices for production and post-production workflows.
● Manage and maintain the post-production IT infrastructure, including servers, storage
systems, network devices, AV systems, and software applications.
● Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in post-production technology
and techniques.
● Regularly and actively promotes a positive, productive, and collaborative work
environment.
● Functions as an ambassador of our client’s core values and studio culture.
QUALIFICATIONS
● At least 3 years of experience in post production, with a focus on networking, application
support, and storage systems.
● Experience with post-production software such as Avid, Resolve, and Adobe Creative
Cloud Suite.
● Experience supporting remote desktop solutions, e.g. HP ZCentral Remote, Teradici,
Parsec.
● Experience with remote review workflows and software such as Evercast, Cinesys,
FrameIO.
● Experience managing ProTools, Source-Connect, and Soudminer.
● Experience managing high speed storage solutions.
● Proficient in Premier and Resolve system design, build, and support.
● Understanding of post-production workflows and industry standards.
● Experience with LTO storage systems.
● Understanding of network architecture.
● Experience with post production workflow, transcode, file delivery, file archive systems.
JOB LOCATION
This is a hybrid role which will require some on-site presence at our client’s Philadelphia office and occasional day trips to the New York City office (<1-2 times per month).
BENEFITS
Our client offer’s paid time off plus paid holidays, a comprehensive benefits package, 401k with a company match, employer-paid life insurance, long-term, and short-term disability, and more.
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