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Job Description

Job Overview:

We are seeking an organized and dynamic Creative Project Manager with strong experience in video production to oversee and coordinate projects from concept through execution. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing creative workflows, collaborating with global stakeholders, and providing essential production support to the video team. This role requires a hands-on approach to project management, including filtering and prioritizing requests, setting up kick-off meetings, supporting the video production process, and managing relationships with vendors and freelancers. Additionally, the Creative Project Manager will play a key role in maintaining and optimizing the YouTube channel and collaborating closely with the social media team to ensure that video content is aligned with the broader digital strategy.

Candidates should be technically curious, actively exploring AI technologies and the opportunities they provide to enhance creativity, efficiency, and innovation in marketing video production.

Help Us Tell SUSE’s Story

Join Our First-Ever Video Production Team. This is an incredible time to join SUSE as we build and grow our first-ever video production team! As a company at the forefront of open-source innovation, we’re expanding our creative capabilities to amplify our brand, reach global audiences, and tell powerful stories about our technology and culture. You’ll have the unique opportunity to shape the direction of our video content, working alongside talented teams in an exciting, fast-paced environment. Be part of something new, from the ground up, and help us craft engaging and dynamic video content that will resonate worldwide. This is your chance to make a real impact as we take SUSE's visual storytelling to the next level!

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management & Stakeholder Interaction:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders (both internal and external), ensuring clear communication and alignment across all creative video projects.

• Filter and prioritize incoming requests, helping stakeholders articulate their needs while managing expectations and timelines.

• Set up and facilitate kick-off calls for each project, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned on goals, deliverables, and timelines.

• Track project progress, providing regular updates to stakeholders and managing any changes in scope or schedule.

• Act as a liaison between global teams, ensuring smooth communication across time zones and cultural nuances.

Video Production Support:

• Collaborate with the video production team to ensure projects are progressing on schedule, on budget, and meeting creative expectations.

• Assist the video team with coordinating logistics, including scheduling shoots, securing locations, and ensuring production equipment and resources are available.

• Coordinate with internal teams, external vendors, and freelancers to ensure timely delivery of assets, such as graphics, footage, and audio.

• Help manage timelines for video production, including editing, review cycles, and final delivery to stakeholders.

• Troubleshoot production challenges and assist in resolving issues on set or during post-production.

• Maintain organized documentation for each video project, including schedules, budgets, and project timelines.

Vendor & Freelancer Management:

• Source and manage relationships with external vendors, freelancers, and other third-party collaborators to support video production needs.

• Ensure contracts, budgets, and deliverables are clearly outlined with all external parties and that they align with project goals.

• Oversee the onboarding of new vendors and freelancers, ensuring they are briefed on project requirements and timelines.

• Negotiate rates and service agreements with vendors, ensuring quality outcomes within budget and on time.

Quality Control & Process Improvement:

• Conduct quality control checks to ensure final deliverables meet the required standards, including visual, audio, and brand alignment.

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve communication, and implement best practices in creative project management.

• Continuously improve internal workflows to enhance project delivery, reduce bottlenecks, and boost team productivity.

YouTube Channel & Social Media Collaboration:

• Oversee the management and optimization of the company’s YouTube channel, ensuring all content is uploaded, organized, and tagged appropriately to maximize discoverability.

• Collaborate with the social media team to align video content with the company’s digital and social media strategy.

• Coordinate with the social media team to ensure video assets are formatted and edited for distribution across multiple platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.).

• Monitor YouTube channel performance, analyze viewer engagement metrics, and suggest optimizations to improve reach and engagement.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in creative project management, ideally in video production or a related field.

• Strong understanding of the video production process, from pre-production through post-production.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

• Experience with global teams, managing projects across time zones and diverse cultural environments.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders.

• Ability to troubleshoot issues quickly, both creatively and logistically, while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.

• Proficiency in project management tools such as Airtable, Smartsheet, and Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive) to track tasks, timelines, and project progress.

• Familiarity with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, or similar) is a plus, but not required.

• Experience working with external vendors and freelancers in a creative setting, including contract negotiation and management.

• Understanding of YouTube best practices for video content optimization, including SEO, metadata, and playlist management.

• Experience in social media video formats and familiarity with platform-specific video needs (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, etc.).

Nice to Haves:

• Experience in managing video production for global campaigns or working with international teams.

• Knowledge of creative production processes for digital, broadcast, and social media content.

• Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting for video production projects.

• Ability to contribute creative ideas and solutions during production meetings or brainstorming sessions.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

• Experience managing end-to-end project lifecycles, from concept development to final delivery.

• Strong attention to detail and an ability to anticipate potential challenges before they arise.

• Ability to negotiate and balance creative needs with budgetary and timeline constraints.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio materials

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What We Offer 

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SUSE is a dynamic environment that is evolving rapidly, thus requiring agility, strong entrepreneurship and an open mind. 

This is a compelling opportunity for the right person to join us as we continue to scale and prosper.   

If you’re a big thinker, obsessed by execution and thrive in a dynamic environment in which you can tangibly create a lasting legacy, then please apply now!  

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