Academic Program Manager

Job title: Academic Program Manager

Contract type

Location: Los Angeles

Discipline

Remote: No

Salary: 80-90/hr

Reference: 463389

Contact name: Athena Kwey

Job Description

Our client, a major entertainment studio has an immediate need for a Program Manager. This is a 15 month contract (40 hours a week) that is remote. CA based candidates preferred.

The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of our professional development program. This includes coordinating curriculum delivery, facilitating the mentorship program, organizing immersion days, creating and managing the apprenticeship program, and ensuring the successful execution of professional development opportunities. The Program Manager will work closely with internal teams, industry professionals, and agency partners to provide a comprehensive and enriching experience for participating students.

In this role, you will

Coordinate curriculum delivery across Foundational coursework, providing immersive experiences in entertainment marketing, design, editing, illustration, and digital media creation. Offer holistic support services to students, including academic advisement, career guidance, and access to health and wellness resources. Facilitate mentorship pairings between students and industry professionals, fostering personalized guidance and professional development. Organize Immersion Days to offer students firsthand exposure to life, culture, and creative processes, fostering valuable industry connections. Manage technical training, and resume/portfolio building workshops led by agency partners. Coordinate team-based campaign projects, allowing students to showcase their talents to industry professionals. Facilitate specialized coursework tailored to student tracks (design, editing, or illustration), equipping them with advanced skills and industry-relevant knowledge. Manage logistics for the six-month paid apprenticeship at selected agency partners, ensuring fellows receive mentorship and hands-on experience. Create program structure (goals, expectations, check-ins) Research and resource agency partners Train agency partners Ensure program compliance with agency partners, including mandatory attendance at events and offering paid internships Facilitate additional programming for students, providing networking, skill-building, and professional growth opportunities. Organize graduation ceremonies and celebrations to honor student achievements and foster industry connections. Responsible for the development of end of term and final program reportings and implementation of learnings ongoing.

You Are

A champion for inclusion and diversity and have experience working with underrepresented populations and students Someone who demonstrates excellent EQ and an empathetic communication style that fosters connection, collaboration, and confidence A strong program manager with experience driving measurable programs and initiatives with clear participant outcomes Able to independently prioritize workload and lead multiple projects at once Skilled at establishing relationships at all internal organizational levels Familiar with the logistics of academic administration Student-centric in your approach with a passion for coaching, advising, and motivating Proactive; taking initiative and follow-through is a must