Production Manager - Spanish

As a Production Manager - Spanish at ElevenLabs, you will oversee the onboarding and training of linguists and audio professionals for our productions. Your role includes implementing quality control measures to ensure that our Spanish language outputs, such as transcripts and dubs, meet professional standards. Additionally, you'll identify and drive enhancements for our models and platform, collaborating with our product team to optimize the Spanish audio experience.

While formal qualifications are not required for the Production Manager - Spanish position at ElevenLabs, excellent language skills and experience in the audio production industry are highly beneficial. Familiarity with managing text or audio production teams, a sharp eye for detail, and comfort in providing constructive feedback will set you apart as a strong candidate, ensuring that you can maintain high standards in our productions.

The work environment for a Production Manager - Spanish at ElevenLabs is remote-first, allowing for flexibility and collaboration with a global team across 30+ countries. This position encourages autonomy, with structured workflows that reduce the need for frequent meetings, fostering an efficient and innovative atmosphere where your contributions and ideas can shine.

ElevenLabs is committed to the continuous growth of its employees, including the Production Manager - Spanish role. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with leaders in AI audio technology and develop your skills further. With a high ceiling for growth and the chance to tackle new challenges as our marketplace expands, ElevenLabs promotes a culture of learning and advancement.

The role of Production Manager - Spanish is crucial at ElevenLabs, as it directly affects the quality and accessibility of our voice technology services. By ensuring that Spanish audio productions are top-notch, you will play a vital part in expanding our market reach and making audio content universally accessible, ultimately impacting how people interact with technology globally.

In onboarding and training linguists, I would develop a structured training program that introduces them to the ElevenLabs platform while focusing on hands-on practice. I believe in pairing new hires with experienced advisors or mentors and using feedback loops to continuously improve the onboarding experience.

To ensure high-quality audio productions, I would establish clear quality control benchmarks and regularly audit outputs. Employing a review system where team members critique each other's work is effective, alongside using user feedback to make necessary adjustments to processes and standards.

I have led diverse audio production teams focused on various projects, which has taught me the importance of effective communication and collaboration. Encouraging team involvement in decision-making processes fosters a strong commitment to quality and production goals.

I would collaborate closely with the product team and linguists to identify language-specific challenges in our current offerings. Conducting regular feedback sessions and using data to inform our updates would allow us to make targeted optimizations that cater to the unique needs of the Spanish language.

In my previous roles, I created quality control frameworks that outlined the criteria for success in audio production. This included regular reviews, employing a checklist methodology, and utilizing feedback from both internal and external reviewers to ensure we met high-quality standards.

I value constructive feedback and view it as an opportunity for personal and team growth. I encourage a culture where feedback is normalized and appreciated, and I actively solicit input on my leadership style and decisions. This opens the door for innovation and improvement.

I use project management tools to keep track of timelines and milestones. Establishing clear priorities and having regular check-ins with team members helps ensure everyone is aligned and that projects progress smoothly towards completion.

To foster motivation, I focus on creating a supportive environment where individuals feel recognized for their contributions. Regular team-building activities and celebrating successes, both big and small, help maintain high morale and engagement in our projects.

I regularly read industry reports, participate in webinars, and subscribe to leading audio AI journals to keep myself informed. Networking with other professionals and attending conferences also offers valuable insights into emerging trends and technologies.

One major challenge in production management is balancing quality with speed. I tackle this by adopting efficient workflows and leveraging technology for scalability, while never compromising on the standard of what we deliver.