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Program Director

OLIVER Agency - North America

Baltimore6d ago
Seniority
Lead

About the role

<div class="content-intro"><p><span data-contrast="auto">Established in 2004, </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">OLIVER</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">As a part of </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">The Brandtech Group</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">AI solutions</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.</span>&nbsp;</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Role:&nbsp;</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">Program Director</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Location:&nbsp;</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}"> Baltimore, MD United States</span></p> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About the role:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></h3> <div>The Program Director leads delivery and operations for the OLIVER studio working in partnership with our client. You are accountable for SLA performance, resource utilization, operational reporting, and the overall health of the studio’s day-to-day workflow. You partner directly with the Business Director, Resource Manager, and Integrated Project Managers to build and maintain a structured, scalable way of working.</div> <p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What you will be doing:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></h3> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Own the end-to-end delivery operation — from brief intake and triage through production, review, approval, and delivery — using OMG as the central workflow management system</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead and develop a team of Integrated Project Managers and QA Managers across Mexico City and Chicago, building a delivery culture that is process-led, SLA-aware, and proactive</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Partner with the Resource Manager to&nbsp;allocate&nbsp;creative, production, and QA resource against the studio's active workload, managing peaks and troughs effectively</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Establish and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;weekly and monthly accountability rhythms — status reporting, resourcing reviews, SLA tracking, and QBR preparation — in partnership with the Business Director</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Route tasks to talent, factoring real-time&nbsp;utilization&nbsp;and SLAs; implement automated alerts to proactively address potential bottlenecks</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Drive quality control standards across all workstreams, working closely with the QA Manager to ensure every asset is&nbsp;accurate, brand-compliant, and delivery-ready</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead the studio's transition period: manage the handover of in-flight work from incumbent agencies, build process documentation, and establish OLIVER's ways of working from go-live</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Manage relationships with Mexico City-based delivery team members, supporting cross-cultural collaboration and remote operational effectiveness</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Report on studio performance against KPIs — cost per asset, time per project vs. SLA, resource&nbsp;utilization, revisions per asset — and&nbsp;identify&nbsp;trends and improvement opportunities</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Build and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;the studio's operational playbooks, briefing standards, and SLA frameworks</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <h3><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What you need to be great in this role:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true}">&nbsp;</span></h3> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Proven experience leading delivery and operations in a complex, multi-brand content production environment — ideally spanning multiple locations and disciplines</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Expert&nbsp;proficiency&nbsp;with project management and workflow systems; experience with OMG or similar platforms (Workfront, Wrike, etc.) is a strong advantage</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">A track record&nbsp;of building and managing high-performance project management and operations teams</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong data literacy: comfortable owning delivery metrics, SLA reporting, and operational dashboards</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience managing distributed, multi-cultural teams across different time zones</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">A proactive, structured approach to problem-solving — you&nbsp;identify&nbsp;risk early and resolve it before it reaches the client</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience leading studio transitions or agency implementations is a meaningful differentiator</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Advanced use of AI tools to enhance operational efficiency, including workflow intelligence, automated triage, and brief scoring via OMG's AI-assist capability</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Agentic thinking for complex, multi-team operational challenges: systematic, outcome-focused, and adaptable</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to train and guide the delivery team in responsible AI adoption within the studio's operational framework</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-ccp-props="{}"><span class="TextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">At the time of this&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW141127980 BCX0">posting</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">, the base salary for this position may range from&nbsp;</span></span><span class="TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW141127980 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">$127,500.00</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">&nbsp;to&nbsp;</span></span><span class="TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW141127980 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">$142,500.00 USD</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">Individual compensation varies based on&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW141127980 BCX0">job related</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">&nbsp;factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">componen</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">t</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW141127980 BCX0">&nbsp;of OLIVER’s total compensation package.</span></span><span class="EOP Selected SCXW141127980 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:270}">&nbsp;</span></span></li> </ul> <h6 style="text-align: right;"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><span data-contrast="auto">Req ID:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> 17776</span></span></h6> <h6 style="text-align: right;"><span style="color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><span class="TextRun SCXW198113507 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW198113507 BCX0">#</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW198113507 BCX0">LI-</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW198113507 BCX0">director</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW198113507 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:1,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></span></h6><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span data-contrast="auto">Our values shape everything we do:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Be</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Ambitious</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> to succeed &nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Be </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Imaginative</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> to push the boundaries of what’s possible &nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Be </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Inspirational</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> to do groundbreaking work &nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Be </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">always learning and listening</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> to understand &nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Be </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Results-focused </span></strong><strong> </strong><span data-contrast="auto">to exceed expectations &nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Be </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> across our community, clients and creations &nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em><span data-contrast="auto">OLIVER,</span></em><em> </em><em><span data-contrast="auto">a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. &nbsp;</span></em><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><em><span data-contrast="auto"> OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.</span></em></p></div>

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