Lenee Young

Web Analytics Analyst : Seattle, WA : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:01:16 EST

This position requires an experienced Analytics Expert who can contribute to the success of our ambitious site analytics initiatives. This analyst will be part of a team in charge of an award-winning website. This person will provide many organizations data, information and analysis to assist with data-driven business decisions, and their stakeholders with insights that drive traffic and improve conversion. They will conduct evaluations of web trends and provide operational reporting, forecasting, and recommendations to guide the direction and success of our website. Experience in online analytics, deep technical skills, exceptional written and verbal skills, and demonstrated organizational effectiveness skills are key requirements in fulfilling the duties of this position.

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

* Strong analytic, quantitative, and data interpretation skills
* Proficiency with Web Analytics tools such as Adobe/Omniture, WebTrends, Google Analytics etc.
* Functional proficiency in Excel a must-have
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills a must-have
* 2-3+ years of experience working in an online or e-Commerce environment
* Ability to work independently, be self-motivated with a high degree of intellectual curiosity
* Ability to transform data into actionable insights
* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* Proven ability to develop strong collaborative working relationships across various workgroups (business, operational, technical)
* Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a dynamic environment
* Basic knowledge of general internet technologies such as HTML, JavaScript and URL structures preferred
* Airline industry or travel/hospitality knowledge a plus
* Multivariate, A/B, and optimization testing methods is a plus
* Special consideration will be given to candidates with Statistical and/or Database backgrounds

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in a business, math, technical field or related discipline preferred.

Digital Research Market Manager : Westlake Village, CA : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:01:17 EST

Key Goals of Position:
• Manage research operations for syndicated and proprietary studies for Digital Research. Responsibilities including but not limited to project design, data collection, data processing, analysis, and presentation.
• Develop solutions that improve operational efficiencies of research studies and enable increased scalability. Support digital transformation and business process improvement initiatives for team.
• Manage financial accounting for studies including contract reviews, invoicing, purchase requisitions, and monthly cost review.
• Successfully use Excel, mTab and SPSS for data analysis and verification.
• Develop/maintain client relationships and support associated sales activity.
• Fully support/enable Practice to achieve revenue targets. Provide practice with client focused customer service and strategic support.

Research Design and Analysis:
• Lead the design and authoring of research reports and presentations. Analyze data and identify market insights.
• Lead the design of data processing specifications and verify accuracy of all Singapore deliverables (DP, GP, etc.).
• Responsible for the accuracy of client deliverables and development of an accurate/efficient checking processes.
• Ensure timely delivery of insights to clients.

Project and People Management:
• Manage questionnaire development, data collection, data processing, and reporting activities for multiple research projects of high complexity.
• Escalate appropriate/critical issues to supervisor/manager and provide detailed/workable solutions.
• Responsible for the development and execution of project management techniques that result in reduced labor costs.
• Lead the oversight/development of junior members of team.

Client Service:
• Build and maintain client relationships. Respond in a timely manner to all client requests.
• Deliver client presentations in partnership with manager and/or account staff.
• Contribute to overall teams’ understanding of clients' business, competition, and industry information (markets).
• Support efforts to position JDPA as a trusted advisor.

Financial Management:
• Responsible for the successful execution of department project financials.
• Decrease project costs and increase study margins.
• Meet project financial targets and support efforts to meet overall department financial targets (revenue, COGS and NOI).

Education/Experience Required:
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
• Minimum of 6 years of market research experience strongly preferred. .
• SPSS proficiency
• Demonstrated experience using Excel (macros preferred), PowerPoint (data graph creation), and Word (or similar software applications)
• Solid mathematical (statistical), analytical and writing skills required.

Program Manager : El Segundo, CA : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:01:30 EST

Description
As a Program Manager you will be responsible for managing the overall product portfolio for the Digital Media Group.

Responsibilities
• Responsible for managing the overall performance and delivery of large / cross-functional projects including scope, schedule, risk and issues
• Must be able to oversee the project decisions and processes in terms of the big picture / cross-departmental impacts and provide leadership to cross-functional teams within a matrixed organization
• Provide clear and consistent communication of project status to business partners and to executives
• Ensure that issues and risks are identified, understood early and dealt with in a manner that mitigates surprises, risk to scope, cost and schedule
• Develop and maintain standard project documentation - project plans, agendas, action items lists, deliverables and ensure adherence to program governance guidelines
• Manage a high degree of change in a fast paced, complex and demanding environment
• Evaluate decisions to ensure they are in the best interest of customers and company goals; escalate as needed
• Provide input to executive level presentations for project stakeholders
• Manage programs/projects according to program objectives & key performance indicators
• Establish and sustain strong on-going relationships with business partners
• Track all projects, identifying resources required and establishing deliverable plans

Qualifications and Skills
• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 8+ years experience managing complex, digital programs/projects
• Broad program/project management experience; broadcast, entertainment, media, and digital advertising experience a plus
• Demonstrated success managing large complex programs/project utilizing multiple delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, SCRUM)
• Leadership qualities, including meeting facilitation, time management, organizational skills and ability to influence others
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, including ability to tailor communication to audience to achieve desired results
• Demonstrated the ability to accommodate a high level of change and adapt accordingly
• Experience with analyzing complex issues and delivering appropriate solutions
• Self-starter attitude and ability to build a strong rapport and trust with resources in several functional areas and multiple geographic locations

Creative Operations Project Associate : Pasadena, CA : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:03:14 EST

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support Softlines PD team in day-to-day operations with focus on project management responsibilities, process improvement and special projects.
• Coordinate LOB product development process timelines
• Establish regular updates with LOB and Project Management teams to review progress and highlight key issues
• Coordinate communication between key stakeholders in process
• Demonstrate aptitude with all necessary systems, e.g. D-Room, OPA, AWC and processes such as asset acquisition, invoice processing, etc.
• Begin development of strong relationships with TWDC stakeholders, e.g. DCP, Pixar, WDFA, Disney Channel as well as internal and stakeholders
• Coordinate 3rd Party Approvals
• Track budgets and provide regular updates to LOB and Project Management teams
• Identify/assign internal resources and external vendors
• Process and coordinate payments to vendors
• Prepare status reports as required
• Effectively identify, understand and communicate key concepts critical to the project management process
• Provide analysis and research to develop appropriate solutions to recurring issues

EDUCATION:
• College degree; Project Management certification a plus

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 years Project Management experience, preferably in Retail or Licensing
• Strong initiative
• Excellent time management skills and ability to support multiple projects concurrently
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Strong teamwork

Product Manager : Burbank, CA : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:03:18 EST

Create, manage and deliver highly engaging web, social and mobile experiences for fans of shows, by collaborating with and guiding cross-functional teams to develop features that improve user experience, fan engagement and support Strategic, Marketing and sales goals - Define requirements, KPIs and Product goals through stakeholder interviews, competitive analysis and TV entertainment Industry research - Develop Product documentation including Product specifications, wireframes, interaction diagrams, site maps, process flows, use cases, QA test plans etc Manage the priorities of Engineering, design, content third-party vendors and Marketing while balancing resourcing and other constraints to arrive at an effective and timely engagement solution Working knowledge of agile project management process.

*sample user stories and wire frames required

Required: Mac proficient. Advanced experience with standard MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project etc.), Omnigraffle

Project Manager : Los Angeles, CA : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:03:44 EST

Project Manager with previous Advertising Agency experience needed!

Project Manager (Market Research) : Westlake Village, CA : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:07:07 EST

Key Goals of Position:

· Coordinate research operations for syndicated and proprietary studies. Responsibilities include but not limited to project management, data checking/cleaning, analysis, and report writing.
· Oversee internal and external vendor activities including data collection, data processing and web reporting tool.
· Manage day-to-day project-related inquiries, ensuring timely response and insight.
· Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task when working towards deadlines

Education/Experience Required:

· Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred.
· Ideally, experience with a market research supplier.
· SPSS proficiency
· Demonstrated experience using Excel (macros preferred), PowerPoint (data graph creation), and Word (or similar software applications)
· Solid mathematical (statistical) and analytical skills required.
· Strong communication skills to develop internal relationships.

Specific Information:

Responsible for directing and controlling the overall execution of the research project
from launch through customer delivery to meet the established targets for scope,
quality, schedule, and cost.

Lead project initiation and planning efforts

ῆ Define the scope of the project/opportunity and document project requirements
ῆ Determine resource requirements and coordinate with internal departments and/or external suppliers to establish the project schedule, assignments, and budget
ῆ Monitor and govern the activities throughout the project design process. Direct the processes through project data collection, analysis, and delivery
ῆ Monitor the established Key Performance Indicators to determine project health
ῆ Assess project viability when changes introduce risks to scope, quality, schedule, or cost targets
ῆ Develop corrective action plans to manage risks and drive stakeholder agreement on project changes and/or countermeasures required
ῆ Maintain the project financial forecast in accordance with project requirements
ῆ Govern and report on the projectᾼs progress and performance via PowerSteering and/or other approved enterprise PM tools
ῆ Software skills (e.g. PowerSteering, Excel, TM1, EcoTime)
ῆ Trained in project management concepts and techniques
ῆ Clear written and verbal communication skills
ῆ Ability to arbitrate between departments and drive outcomes to meet project targets

Site Producer : Glendale OR Anaheim : Temporary

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 10:08:19 EST

This position is for an experienced Website Producer eager to play an integral role on the
Operations Support team. Primary responsibilities include interaction with business partners, application vendors, and internal
departments. Will work with a team of resources in the production of high traffic websites,
accountable for the successful operation of the sites during all hours, estimating the necessary
funding for small to large site operations efforts and enhancements, supporting web application
systems while interacting with technology teams over back-end data collection systems, and
prioritizing and executing on multiple business requests at a time.

Must Have:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Previous experience as a Web Producer
• Experience working with content management systems and building websites, including
daily updating of copy and images for sites
• Experience working in at least one of the following:
• eCommerce sites with responsibility for product and pricing load, and experience with
troubleshooting issues and understanding complex eCommerce-related integrations
with other applications
• Large, complex marketing sites with calendar, feature listings, faceted listings, and feeds
from other systems
• Experience and ability to lead a diverse team of resources from creative, business and
technical disciplines
• Experience estimating operational or project costs
• Experience managing requests that include integration with multiple back-end systems
• Experience documenting initiative requirements
• Experience presenting difficult or complex messages clearly and succinctly to different
audiences with varying level of product and technology knowledge
• High emphasis on guest/customer service with a drive to create and maintain a premium
online guest experience
• Able to partner with multiple stakeholders to manage their expectations, gain their
acceptance and trust and achieve high client satisfaction ratings
• Able to deliver under extreme deadlines and intense business environment
• Able to fully understand and clearly communicate technical information to non-technical
people
• Thorough understanding of the software development process, particularly as it relates to
web-based applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Superior organizational skills required to keep a large queue of work in order

Job Requirements:
• Drive the execution of requests across the Creative, Technology, and Business Development
teams
• Organize and oversee resources to manage timelines and deliverables
• Identify appropriate resources needed, and develop schedules to ensure timely completion
of requests
• Flexible schedule with the ability to ensure accountability for the operation of websites that
are functional 24/7
• Clearly organize and forecast deliverables and dependencies
• Ensure proactive scheduling of all aspects of requests
• Manage the full life cycle of operational requests from requirements through launch
• Manage day-to-day tasks and have in-depth involvement to allow for early identification of
potential challenges
• Ensure on time deliverables within estimated duration and resources
• Manage request scope and execute change control when additional requests for features or
functionality are made
• Elevate situations that may require Production leadership intervention
• Provide weekly status reports and regular updates to the Production leadership
• Proactively identify any risk or conflicts based upon creative, technology or business factors
• Proactively look for technical solutions to implement requests in a more efficient manner

Nice to Have:
• Experience within the travel/tourism industry
• Experience within the media/entertainment industry
• Experience with online marketing of Theme Park products, Vacation Resort, Timeshare or
Cruise Industry (e.g., tickets, hotels, air, transportation)
• Experience in Agile

Project Manager : El Segundo, CA : Temporary

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 16:00:03 EST

Description
As a Project Manager you will be responsible for all aspects of project management including scope definition, work breakdown, schedule development, status reporting, coordinating release communications and scope verification. The Project Manager will act as a liaison between IT, Engineering and all project stakeholders. You must understand both the business rationale and the technical requirements of projects and be able to communicate both effectively and efficiently.

The Project Manager will be instrumental in leading cross-functional teams made up of business analysts, product owners, UX strategists, producers, information architects, UX/UI designers, front-end strategists, engineers and web developers. You will be involved throughout the product development lifecycle including ideation, strategy, design, development and pre/post launch phases.

Responsibilities
• Oversee multiple releases per year, assist with emergency change releases (ECR), track all change requests (CR) and manage all minor site updates (MSU)
• Oversee UAT including creating a UAT plan, requesting test accounts, collecting and submitting UAT feedback and communicating UAT certification
• Track all projects, identifying resources required and establishing deliverable plans
• Work directly with IT/ENG, understanding the technical aspects of the project and translating those to UX Strategists, Content Producers, UX/UI Designers, Business Units and Senior Management
• Serve as a resource for all issues, questions, documentation, etc., that will arise across the full project lifecycle
• Attend daily IT stand ups and email meeting recap
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a clear and concise fashion. Resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely manner
• Keep track of lessons learned and share those lessons with team members
• Maintain awareness of new and emerging industry practices as well as current standards applied within the company

Qualifications and Skills
• Demonstrated experience working through the software development lifecycle – from concept to completion – for web and mobile projects
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment is a must. Experience working in Waterfall is a plus.
• Familiarity with HTML5 and CSS3 a must
• Experience with full-site redesigns a plus
• Experience with CMS, project management software and MS Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities in a calm and efficient manner
• Self-starter attitude and ability to build a strong rapport and trust with resources in several functional areas
• Demonstrated ability to work with teams in multiple geographic locations
• 4-6 years of Project Manager experience focused on web and mobile development projects
• Strong knowledge of web and mobile development technologies
• Strong written & oral communication and presentation skills
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required

On Air Project Manager : Burbank, CA : Temporary

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 21:00:03 EST

Oversees deliverables for multiple on air and off air productions on behalf of Brand Marketing/Synergy. Projects this position oversees are by nature projects that involve two or more of Disney’s cable networks, Disney divisions, and countries which air and/or use this content. Position will have an emphasis on multiple sales presentations, corporate presentations and “special projects”. Responsible for day to day communication of notes and asset needs between clients/partners and the production agencies working on the projects. Responsible for creating and maintaining important production timelines, reviewing budgets with supervisors, delivery of final piece and collecting all deliverables and assets, QC and basic formatting and ingestion of final pieces.

Production lead on multiple projects at a time as assigned

Responsible for creating and maintaining important production timelines, delivery of final piece.

Communicates all progress, revisions, notes and deliverables between Brand Marketing production team, Brand Marketing Creative team, “client” business partner, and agency.

Gathering of assets, dubbing, deliveries, etc.

Communicating info to OAP scheduling, legal, and to co-workers on Brand Marketing staff

Keeps archives of delivered projects and manages media

Maintains and supplies style guides for various series