Product Manager - Direct Agents : Job Details

Direct Agents is looking for a talented Product Manager to drive the development of our next-generation products and ensure they meet the needs of our users and stakeholders.

As a Product Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of our brand new media product, from ideation through launch. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, to create a product that resonates with our audience and aligns with our business goals

.Ways you'll make an impa

ctYou'll be responsible for helping design and manage an AI Platform that can provide automated insights, performance analysis, and forecasting. This platform will be used internally to guide key business decisions. You will be the primary owner responsible for leading the project, working closely with our Head of Data Analytic

s.Key Responsibiliti

• es:Define and communicate the product vision and strategy in alignment with overall company goa
• ls.Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, user needs, and opportunities for product innovati
• on.Gather and prioritize product requirements from stakeholders, translating them into actionable user stories and featur
• es.Work closely with engineering teams to ensure timely and high-quality product delivery, facilitating agile development process
• es.Develop and maintain product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectatio
• ns.Monitor product performance through metrics and user feedback, making data-driven decisions for continuous improveme
• nt.Act as the primary point of contact for product-related inquiries, representing the product to internal and external stakeholde

rs.Desired Backgr

• oundBachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field; MBA is a
• plus4+ years proven experience as a Product Manager in the media, technology, or entertainment industry; startups are a
• plusStrong understanding for AI (aka machine learning, deep learning, neural netwo
• rks)Strong understanding of product development processes and methodologies (Agile, Scrum, et
• c.).Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven mind
• set.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with diverse teams and stakehold
• ers.Experience with product management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, Asana) and analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Mixpan
• el).Passion for media and an understanding of industry trends, audience behavior, and emerging technolog

ies.Technical Require

mentsMust have familiarity

• with:AI - OpenAI, Anthropic, LLMs, Perpl
• exityFrameworks: Next js,
• ReactDatabases - Azure (mainly utilized), an
• d GBQData Ingestion - Automated data ingestion using Improvado service (mainly utilized) or custom-built Python sc
• riptsData Transformation - Using Power Query or custom-built Python sc
• riptsJavas

criptThis role is based in our NYC office and you must reside or be willing to relocate within commuting distance of the office for this

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nd moreWHY DIREC

T AGENTSWe believe that personal success comes from the hard work that you put in. We skip the politics and bureaucracy and empower you to directly impact the speed of your growth. Below is just some of what sets us apart and the opportunities you'll have to

thrive:Certified Minority Owned Business: We are one of the few agencies to be 48% BIPOC across the agency and 38% of senior leadership. Additionally, we celebrate our 60% Female representation, 40% of senior le

adership.Access to Cutting-Edge Practices: Stay at the forefront of the industry with forward-thinking practices across major technology platforms like Google AI search, Meta, TikTok,

and AmazonFuture Forward AI: Future proof your career with access to AI research and best practices for AI powered Data analysis, efficiency and custom A

I ChatbotsPersonalized Career Development: Receive tailored support for your professional journey, including direct access to executive leaders who are invested in yo

ur successContinuous Learning Opportunities: Engage in a variety of internal and external training programs and conferences covering technical skills, professional growth, leadership and

managementFast Paced Growth that speaks for itself with a 12 month average time to promotion and 9 month average time to compensation change with a standard to review

annually.OUR AWARD-WINNING PEOPLE FI

RST CULTURE7x Winner of Crain's Best Places to Work (2018

- present)Most Dedicated to Employee Growth finalist in Digiday's Work

Life AwardsESSENTIA

• LS AND PERKS$50-60/hr, depending o
• n experienceA new MacBook Pro laptop for
• ease of workA newly built and sun drenched penthouse office with incredible views o
• ver FlatironOur ‘Acceleration Hub' is our new NYC HQ located on 5th Ave in the heart of the Flati
• ron DistrictEach team member has a dedicated workspace with 2 large monitors and all the necessary peripherals (Jabra headset, keyb
• oard, mouse)An inspiring atmosphere with supportive colleagues and innovat
• ive projectsAn unwavering belief that we can build, create and gr