Line Producer - Web jobs in Providence, RI

The Content Producer is the key owner and liaison though all functional areas of project management, and engages on projects though content planning, content creation, Author/Subject Matter Expert (SME) management/relations, budgeting, production, rights & permissions, customer acceptance and archive. The Content Producer executes on deliver of all assigned program components and project tasks of the entire program lifecycle (initiate, plan, build, execute, control, release). The Digital Content Producer is accountable to deliver high quality, commercially successful digital programs on time and within budget.

The Candidate: You are a digital project manager and producer capable of working effectively under multiple simultaneous deadlines with a variety of team members and vendors. You are comfortable determining and communicating risks during production. You are an agile problem solver, ready to propose solutions to any issues uncovered. You are flexible and adaptable, with a positive attitude when operating in an environment of continual flux.

As a core member of the Science Production Team, you will be expected to work autonomously and deliver on project phases on time and on budget. We will help you achieve your goals by continuous professional development and regular progression sessions. You will work with global teams and thus may occasionally work off to accommodate other time zones.

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the Colorado, California, Washington State, New York State and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:

Minimum full-time salary range is between $65,000 - $70,000.

This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.

Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Oversee development of learning products (eTexts and printed books, supplements, videos/interactives, assessment content, online courses) for the Higher Education Science markets, in coordination with your Production and Commercial Product Management team.
• Scope, budget, and manage resources on projects from concept to launch with responsibility for schedule, budget, risk and quality management.
• Guide vendor/SME decisions, create Requests for Proposals (RFP), solicit bids from vendors, and write Purchase Orders/Contracts for vendors/SMEs.
• Hire and Manage cross-functional teams, including vendors, content-providers, freelancers, project management vendors, and Quality Assurance vendors.
• Ensure products adhere to project plans and meet Pearson standards and requirements for efficacy and accessibility.

Key Qualities

• Flexible and adaptable, with a positive attitude when operating in an environment of continual flux
• Ability to influence and negotiate where necessary with peers, project team, sponsors/stakeholders and other internal teams as needed
• Ability to respond confidently to conflicts and manage situations positively, proactively escalating on-going issues
• Demonstrates highly active ownership of projects, ability to proactively assess and mitigate risk, and actively poses solutions to problems
• Communicates effectively (written and verbally) with peers, project team, sponsors/stakeholders
• Able to assess and manage across a full project breadth and depth, ensuring a successful delivery of products
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams delivering both digital and print product outputs
• Diligent attention to detail
• Strong organization skills: Self organizing and self-motivating
• Strong time management abilities - organizing tasks in a logical and efficient manner allowing for multi-tasking and making appropriate calls on prioritization
• Experience with Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive) and SmartSheets.

Formal Education of Equivalent

• Strong academic grounding - BA required

What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.

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Job: PRODUCT MANAGEMENT

Organization: Higher Education

Schedule: FULL\_TIME

Req ID: 14993

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