JP: fluent
Job Description
As a bilingual (Junior) Project Manager for our UX/UI projects, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating the development and delivery of state-of-the-art user-centric digital experiences. Your ability to effectively communicate and collaborate in both Japanese and English will be crucial in ensuring seamless project execution and client satisfaction. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including designers, developers, and clients, to drive projects from conception to completion, meeting deadlines and delivering high- quality results.
Experience (junior, mid-level, etc.): 2-3 years of project management experience, preferably in a digital agency or UX/UI design environment
Candidates can apply from: Japan only
Visa sponsorship: Available
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with clients and external partners to understand project requirements and objectives, ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle
- Assist in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with key stakeholders
- Coordinate and communicate project tasks and priorities to internal teams, ensuring alignment and efficient utilization of resources
- Monitor project progress, identify potential roadblocks, and proactively address issues to keep projects on track
- Facilitate regular project meetings, providing status updates, collecting feedback, and addressing concerns
- Manage project documentation, including project briefs, status reports, design reviews, and change requests
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, tasks, and resource allocation, to ensure successful project execution
- Foster positive working relationships with team members, clients, and external partners, promoting a collaborative and results-oriented environment
- Ensure adherence to project budgets and timelines, making adjustments as needed to achieve project goals
- Contribute to continuous process improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance project efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, UX/UI Design, Computer Science, or related disciplines)
- Business level Japanese and working proficiency English with excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- 2-3 years of project management experience, preferably in a digital agency or UX/UI design environment
- Proven understanding of UX/UI design principles and methodologies
- Knowledge of programming principles or a computer science background is a strong plus but not required
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships
- Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) is desirable
- Problem-solving mindset and proactive attitude, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results
Language Requirements
- Business level Japanese (written and verbal; native level is preferred) and working proficiency in English
- Fluency in both Japanese and English languages (written and verbal) is an essential requirement for this role, as the candidate will be required to communicate effectively with team members and clients in both languages
Employment Type
- Full-time
- This position will require your attendance in our office, hybrid models are negotiable
- Some business travels can be required in the future
About the Company
zooom productions is a full-service communications agency with offices in Fuschl am See / Austria and Los Angeles / USA and Tokyo / Japan. With a focus on adventure and action sports, lifestyle and imaging, zooom always has an eye out for the unusual and unconventional trends. The portfolio ranges from communication and advertising concepts to web and multimedia design, photo / film productions and content providing. Our clients include renowned global businesses such as Red Bull, GoPro, Leica, Sony, Salewa and Yodobashi.