Product Manager
OVERVIEW
At Do Big Things we fight for powerful, lasting change. Our team uplifts candidates and causes through digital storytelling and tools that amplify diverse voices and empower communities. We are driving the digital innovation necessary to create the change we need in our world and we are the people we serve. DBT is proud to be women-owned and women-led, with a staff that’s 50% people of color.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Do Big Things is looking for a Product Manager to join its Technology team and lead the development and delivery of website and app projects. The person in this role will support the overall vision for each project and provide structure and accountability in the design and development process, including planning, running, prioritizing, and supporting the launch of valuable and profitable projects/products.
This person will also serve as the primary client contact and interface heavily with our client’s senior marketing, technical, and executive management teams. As the liaison between our tech team and client contacts, this person will build relationships with our clients and ensure clear communication, shared expectations, and superior client service throughout the engagement.
In addition, the Product Manager will maintain project documentation, supervise and review work done by the project team and allocate appropriate resources. This person will also listen for opportunities to expand our work with clients, and provide estimation and planning support for people in business development roles. The Product Manager will report to DBT’s Senior Vice President of Technology.
Candidates should have experience project managing in the digital tech space. The ideal candidate is a self-starting leader who can seamlessly work on multiple projects and client teams at once.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 3 years of project management experience in the digital space
- 5 years of account, campaign, project or other relevant experience
- Familiar with Lean, Agile, Waterfall and hybrid approaches and methodologies
- Understanding of latest technology, principles, and approaches: Lean PM, responsive design, rapid prototyping, digital style guides, content with design approach, UX design, people centered design, design thinking, accessibility (VR/AR, AI a nice to have)
- Ability to solve new problems and find answers to questions independently
- Ability to successfully scope and estimate digital products
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent project management and organization skills
- Excellent reporting and analytical skills
- Ability to build strong, long-term relationships with clients
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively against multiple (and sometimes competing) deadlines
- Collaborative team player
COMPENSATION + PERKS
- Competitive compensation: We offer a strong hourly rate of up to $65 per/hour for 20 hours a week with the ability to flex up to 25 hours hours per week based on project needs.
- Work-life balance: Do Big Things is a remote company with offices in Chicago and Washington, D.C and team members located in the U.S., Mexico and Argentina. Prior telecommuting experience a plus, but not required. You can work from home and/or in a co-working space.
- Amazing team. We are an inspiring and award-winning group of smart, passionate, principled and good-spirited people. Check out our mission, vision and values to learn more.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
At Do Big Things, we believe the diversity of ideas, perspectives and cultures that our employees contribute to our company is among our strongest assets. DBT is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA community and others are strongly encouraged to apply.
WANT TO APPLY?
We’d love to hear from you. Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with “ Product Manager” in the subject line.
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