We are seeking a results-oriented Product Manager to drive digital media product development, specifically around integrating user-generated content that advances strategic objectives and increases revenue.
The efforts of this new position will be on growing the core GreatSchools.org website, specifically a new and improved online experience through which visitors learn about and navigate through the K-12 school choice process. Project focus areas will include developing user-generated content acquisition tools, social networking integration, and displaying UGC and other qualitative school information.
The Product Manager reports directly to the VP of Product Management. You will be part of a core team of product managers, designers and developers working towards the completion of a broader product enhancement project. You will be instrumental in rapidly rolling out medium-to-large new features and tools projects, and must interface with stakeholders in product marketing, editorial, and technology departments to confirm requirements and project trade-offs. Familiarity with both waterfall and agile development methodologies is highly desirable.
Specific Responsibilities:
Drive products through the full lifecycle, from concept and development through release and post-launch monitoring, working closely with other departments
Draft product requirements (in PRDs or in project tracking software) with input from cross-departmental stakeholders
Work with the UX design team to produce wireframes and visual design mocks and/or plan usability testing for product features
Gather project estimates from the development team, identifying priorities and trade-offs as needed to keep projects time- and cost-efficient
Manage a test and learn process to gauge success, develop project lessons and inform future improvements
Cultivate stakeholder awareness of project status
Qualifications:
Extremely detail-oriented with keen ability to understand high-level project objectives
Solid understanding of social networking landscape, including Facebook applications
Experience developing user-generated content products and features desired
Demonstrated passion for building products that delight users and align with a greater mission/vision
Collaborative, team player at the core, with strong initiative to drive forward project goals individually
