Digital Media Product Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania.

📋 Description

• Lead and facilitate brainstorming sessions for content that align with Ascension’s mission and the Ascension Presents brand.

• Convert audience needs, trends, and platform insights into actionable video ideas.

• Create and maintain a content roadmap and publishing schedule.

• Take ownership of assigned media offerings from conception to publication.

• Write or supervise outlines, scripts, and key messaging.

• Ensure theological accuracy and adherence to Catholic Church teachings.

• Organize shoots with producers, managing timelines, logistics, and creative direction.

• Oversee production processes, ensuring quality, efficiency, and timely delivery.

• Be accountable for meeting deadlines and deliverables.

• Collaborate with editors on pacing, storytelling, tone, and the final shape of the video.

• Manage titles, thumbnails, and descriptions to enhance click-through rates and viewer retention.

• Act as an editor or graphic designer as needed.

• Optimize content following platform best practices.

• Cultivate relationships with talent and guide them through the content development process.

• Work with internal stakeholders, marketing, social media, distribution, and broader Ascension teams.

• Analyze watch time, retention, CTR, engagement, and audience feedback.

• Test and refine content strategies based on performance metrics.

• Stay updated on media trends, algorithm changes, and digital content best practices.

• Ensure that content embodies Ascension’s mission and presents the Catholic faith with clarity, beauty, and fidelity.

• Maintain awareness of influential voices, topics, and discussions in the Catholic digital landscape.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS in Media, Communications, Marketing, Production, or a related discipline.

• 5+ years of experience in video product management or a related field.

• Knowledge and experience in video production.

• Proficiency in Smartsheet (or similar), Adobe Suite, Google Suite, YouTube Analytics, and Klaviyo (or similar tools).

• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and teams effectively.

• Strong skills in project management, production coordination, and time management.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities.

• Ability to be innovative and think creatively to solve challenges.

• Passion for creating products that align with Ascension’s mission and values.

• Occasional travel required for specific projects, approximately three days per month.

• Occasional travel to Exton, PA may be necessary.

• Embody and uphold core values of humility, passion, and integrity.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA).

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D).

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays).

• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity).

• Short Term & Long Term Disability.

• Training & Development opportunities.

• Work From Home options.

• Access to Wellness Resources.