Program Manager

Payrate: $70.00 - $75.00/hr.Summary:The main function of a non-IT program manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.Responsibilities:

• Run demo activations in the field from start to finish, across tentpole events, priority industries, and individual partner moments.
• Design and deliver creative activations at every scale, from large event footprints to 1:1 meetings, that reflect Company's strategy across wearables, VR, AI, and the family of apps.
• Deliver executive narratives and live product demos (released and unreleased) to C-level business leaders, A-list celebrities and talent, and other influential figures.
• Support senior executives during high-visibility partner engagements.
• Partner with the Strategic Initiatives team to test playbooks in live conditions, report back what works, and share responsibility for results.
• Train cross-functional colleagues on smart glasses onboarding so partners have a smooth seeding experience.
• Work closely with Partnerships, Office of the President, Marketing, Policy, Communications, and Security to secure resources, approvals, and logistics.
• Own on-site readiness: staffing, inventory, device setup, run-of-show, backup plans, and post-event follow-up.
• Manage program details with clear docs, task tracking, project boards, and AI tools.
• Travel domestically (40–50%) on a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in partnerships, experiential marketing, event production, field marketing, or related fields.
• Experience leading live activations end-to-end, including on-site ownership under tight timelines and shifting priorities.
• Proven ability to influence and execute with cross-functional stakeholders in ambiguous, highly matrixed environments.
• Experience presenting and demoing to senior executives, high-profile talent, or major officials.
• Deep comfort with, and enthusiasm for, learning and explaining new consumer technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication, including turning complex product topics into clear, executive-ready narratives.
• Willingness and ability to travel 40–50%, including evenings, weekends, and international trips.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Track record running hardware or product-seeding programs with external partners.
• Multi-market or international activation experience.
• Experience with white-glove or VIP talent handling, including working with talent representatives and security teams.
• Experience in media, sports, entertainment, music, fashion, or creator ecosystems.
• Experience working with policymakers, government affairs teams, or institutional partners.
• Experience training or enabling cross-functional teams on product onboarding.
• Experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and drive measurable gains in efficiency or quality.
• Experience following responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews).
• Ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with new AI technologies.

Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $70.00 - $75.00 /hr. Non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the base hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a work week, or as required by state or local law. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, health savings accounts with qualified medical plan enrollment, 10 paid days off, 3 days paid bereavement leave, 401(k) plan participation with employer match, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, dependent care flexible spending account, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, accommodations and reimbursement for work travel, and discretionary performance or recognition bonus. Sick leave and mobile phone reimbursement provided based on state or local law. Consent to Communication and Use of AI Technology: By submitting your application for this position and providing your email address(es) and/or phone number(s), you consent to receive text (SMS), email, and/or voice communication whether automated (including auto telephone dialing systems or automatic text messaging systems), pre-recorded, AI-assisted, or individually initiated from Aditi Consulting, our agents, representatives, or affiliates at the phone number and/or email address you have provided. These communications may include information about potential opportunities and information. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary.You represent and warrant that the email address(es) and/or telephone number(s) you provided to us belong to you and that you are permitted to receive calls, text (SMS) messages, and/or emails at these contacts. You also acknowledge and agree to Aditi Consulting LLC’s use of AI technology during the sourcing process, including calls from an AI Voice Recruiter. AI is used solely to gather data and does not replace human-based decision-making in employment decisions. Calls may be recorded.Consent is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services. You may revoke your consent at any time by replying “STOP” to :messages or by contacting

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