Project Manager

Fox•Los Angeles, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

FoxNXT is FOX Entertainment’s next generation innovation studio, accelerating how we create, produce, and scale storytelling across the business. Spanning R&D, Production, Talent, and Education, FoxNXT builds and deploys AI powered workflows across animation, unscripted, scripted, and marketing. By combining generative AI with FOX’s storytelling expertise, FoxNXT prototypes new production pipelines, tests them in real world environments, and scales what works to drive speed, creativity, and efficiency. We keep the human at the center, using AI as a creative partner to expand possibilities and shape the future of entertainment. The Project Manager will play a critical role in driving execution across FOX Entertainment’s AI initiatives. This is a builder role responsible for creating new systems and processes from scratch. You will partner with studio teams to intake needs, develop scalable workflows, and manage initiatives from initial request through final execution. This role ensures that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with both creative and operational objectives. The Project Manager will coordinate between R&D, production, talent, and business teams to track progress, remove roadblocks, and maintain clear communication. Regular, on-site attendance at the workplace for a minimum of four (4) days per week is an essential function of the position. The selected candidate must be able to reliably meet this requirement.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in project or program management, ideally within the studio or entertainment industry
Demonstrated ability to excel in dynamic, rapidly changing environments with a high degree of ambiguity
Proven track record in managing cross-functional teams and complex projects
Strong understanding of production pipelines and/or AI/technology-driven workflows
Strong problem-solving and risk management capabilities
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana,etc)
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Bachelor’s degree

Nice To Haves

PMP or equivalent certification

Responsibilities

Conduct intake sessions with studio partners to identify needs and drive process creation
Own the creation of project scope, milestones, timelines, and deliverables from inception for AI-related projects
Drive the development of clear, accessible documentation for project requirements, workflows, and outcomes, building a structure where none exists
Partner with R&D, production support, and business operations teams to align resources and schedules
Track project status, anticipate risks, and resolve issues to ensure smooth execution
Maintain consistent updates to leadership, stakeholders, and project teams on progress, challenges, and outcomes
Identify and implement best practices to optimize FOX Entertainment's project management standards
Track KPIs related to delivery speed, budget adherence, and overall project impact