TL;DR

Program Manager (AI): Manage operational success of external partnerships integrating AI technology into professional creative workflows with an accent on partnership engagement, project lifecycle management, and production systems development. Focus on coordinating complex creative collaborations, ensuring timely delivery, and bridging research with real-world applications.

Location: Mountain View, California, US

Salary: $126,000 - $181,000 + bonus + equity + benefits

Company

%hirify_global% is a leading AI research and product company focused on advancing artificial intelligence for public benefit and scientific discovery.

What you will do

Drive execution of multiple creative collaborations, acting as operational link between external partners and internal teams.
Manage project lifecycles, resource utilization, and team availability forecasting.
Define and implement asset governance and archiving strategies for production workflows.
Lead evaluation and development of AI-first production management tools and software access.
Systematize feedback loops from creatives to research teams to prioritize roadmap items.
Manage launch approvals and coordinate cross-functional teams for smooth go-to-market.

Requirements

Location: Must be onsite in Mountain View, California, US
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 5+ years in program or production management in media, entertainment, or creative tech.
Technical fluency in generative AI concepts and media production workflows.
Experience managing full lifecycle of creative projects and establishing governance procedures.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to have

Experience with film, VFX, animation, or music production pipelines.
Familiarity with production management software and generative AI tools.
Experience negotiating complex stakeholder agreements.
Passion for AI’s role in filmmaking and creative processes.