Creative Project Manager & Producer (Video Production)

Creative Project Manager & Producer (Video Production)

Apply locations: United Kingdom, EMEA Germany, EMEA Czech Republic, EMEA

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 5 Days Ago

Job requisition id: 71006571

About Us

SUSE is a global leader in innovative, reliable and secure enterprise open source solutions, including SUSE Linux Enterprise (SLE), Rancher and NeuVector. More than 60% of the Fortune 500 rely on SUSE to power their mission-critical workloads, enabling them to innovate everywhere – from the data center to the cloud, to the edge and beyond.

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.

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.

How to Apply:

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

SUSE Values

• We are passionate about customers.

• We are respectful and inclusive.

• We are empowered and accountable.

• We are trustworthy and act with integrity.

• We are collaborative.

• We are SUSE!

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