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Welcome to the ever-evolving field of translation, where technology innovation meets precision in a vast and competitive market. Within this diverse landscape, the role of a program manager is pivotal. Join us as, we dive deep into the world of a program manager in the translation industry, uncovering the essential role it plays in shaping the highest standards of quality. To provide you with a firsthand glimpse into this fascinating realm, we have the privilege of sharing insights with Daniella, a seasoned Program Manager at Jonckers.
A program manager is often the unsung hero behind the scenes, ensuring that all moving parts work harmoniously to deliver a high-quality final product. Their role is multi-faceted, touching upon various aspects of project management, client interaction, team coordination, and quality assurance.
A program manager acts as the overseer of multiple, complex translation projects, ensuring that they are on track from the initial stages right through to completion and client launch. They need to be well-versed with different types of projects, as each one has its unique demands and challenges.
Each client and each project offer unique variety, with work ranging from website translation with multimedia localization, through to projects with millions of words of eCommerce product descriptions per week. We cover almost every common business language, which also can increase complexity of project delivery.
The program manager is often the first point of contact for clients. They play a vital role in nurturing client relationships, understanding their specific needs, and ensuring their expectations are met.
Daniella emphasizes the importance of making a good first impression and maintaining open and transparent communication with clients, while also ensuring a translation with a good quality.
A program manager is also responsible for leading their team effectively. This involves supporting the team members, providing them with necessary advice, and ensuring smooth collaboration. Daniella believes that being a good program manager also means being a good project manager.
Ensuring the quality of the final output is a significant part of a program manager’s role. From keeping an eye on the progress of the work to making sure that the final product meets the client’s expectations, a program manager plays a crucial role in maintaining quality.
Program Managers in the translation industry face numerous challenges, from handling complex project to managing diverse teams and meeting tight deadlines. One of the points she highlights is about new projects.
With advancements in technology, the role of a program manager in the translation industry is also evolving. However, according to Daniella, while technology like AI and GPT are shaping the future of the industry, the human aspect of the role remains vital. She believes that while AI can help streamline processes, the final oversight and quality control still require a human touch.
What sets a top-tier program manager apart from the rest? According to Daniella, a good program manager needs to be multiskilled’. They need to have a good understanding of different kinds of projects, be good with people, be able to provide advice and support to their team and have a deep knowledge of the localization industry.
In conclusion, a program manager plays a pivotal role in the translation industry, ensuring the smooth running of projects, effective client interaction, seamless team coordination, and, most importantly, the delivery of a high-quality product. As the industry continues to evolve, so does the role of the program manager, but the essence of the role remains the same: to ensure quality and efficiency in every project.
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