Specialist, Portfolio Management

About This Role

This role involves acquiring and developing online courses, video content, and live classes with a focus on enterprise training, specifically for technical subjects and emerging trends. The specialist will lead the full lifecycle of content development, from acquisition and contract negotiation to guiding trainers and authors through course creation and promotion.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit thought leaders and instructors for content delivery, focusing on technical subjects and emerging trends
• Research leading market trends in technology for AI and other relevant fields to identify new content areas
• Evaluate course proposals, video scripts, and training outlines for market alignment and organizational standards
• Lead the full lifecycle of content development: acquisition, contract negotiation, guiding trainers/authors, video production, and live event planning
• Create and manage budgets, project manage multiple concurrent course and training projects to maintain schedules, quality, and budget adherence
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and production teams to ensure successful launches and promotion of new educational offerings
• Coordinate with vendors to manage project lifecycles, create content, and deliver files
• Attend industry conferences and virtual events to scout talent and stay ahead of content trends
• Mentor junior editorial staff as needed

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in content creation, technical publishing, educational content acquisition, or a related area
• Demonstrated success in signing and developing trainers and/or authors with a track record for success
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with experience overseeing complex, multi-format content projects
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in content creation, technical publishing, educational content acquisition, or a related area

Nice to Have

• Understanding of technical content business, especially for AI, cybersecurity, and cloud
• Self-starter, able to attend conferences and keep up with technical trends
• Familiarity with course creation platforms, video production, and live training formats
• Analytical mindset for market trends and content opportunities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• A client-focused go-to-market mindset

Skills

* Required skills