Program Manager

Are you ready to join an innovative team that pushes the boundaries of creativity and delivers exceptional results?

At Aardvark Studios, we thrive in complex, fast-moving creative environments. Simply calling us a “Creative Fabrication Company” or an “Experiential Marketing Company” doesn’t capture the full scope of what we do. We are a dynamic design, build, and technology studio serving the experiential marketing, location-based entertainment, and museum industries — constantly evolving with every unique project we take on.

That evolution requires strong leadership.

* When the Run of Show changes 90 minutes before doors open, what do you do?
* When multiple stakeholders are giving direction and clarity is needed, do you hesitate — or step in?
* When a live environment shifts unexpectedly, are you the person others look to for calm, decisive leadership?
* If that kind of responsibility excites you, this may be the right role.

Aardvark Studios is seeking a Program Manager to serve as the accountable owner of complex mobile tours and brand activations. This is a highly visible role with real responsibility, meaningful client partnership, and the autonomy to lead.

You won’t be handed a script. You will be trusted to run the program.

**What This Role Really is:**

* You are the operational leader of your assigned program.
* You align production, tech, logistics, drivers, field staff, and agency stakeholders to deliver a seamless brand experience.
* You anticipate issues before they surface. And when plans evolve — because in live programs they often do — you create clarity, protect the team, and guide the solution.
* You establish structure.
* You protect scope and budget.
* You communicate directly and professionally.
* You build trust with clients and internal teams.
* You don’t just manage tasks. You own outcomes.

**Your Core Responsibilities:**

Full ownership of assigned programs — execution, timeline, compliance, and profitability.

* Managing six-figure budgets with discipline and transparency.
* Serving as the primary client point of contact from kickoff through recap.
* Leading cross-functional internal teams to launch and operate tours successfully.
* Hiring, training, and remotely managing drivers and field staff.
* Maintaining DOT and safety compliance.
* Tracking KPIs, reporting performance, and delivering thoughtful post-program analysis.
* Navigating real-time challenges with composure and sound judgment.

This role offers the opportunity to lead complex, high-visibility programs where your decision-making truly matters.

**The Kind of Leader Who Thrives Here:**

* Have 5+ years of project or program management experience — ideally in experiential marketing, live events, tours, or agency environments
* Have managed six-figure budgets and understand margin responsibility
* Are comfortable guiding clients through evolving situations
* Influence without formal authority
* Bring calm structure to fast-moving environments
* Balance confidence with emotional intelligence
* Enjoy being trusted to make decisions
* You take pride in ownership.
* You value autonomy.
* You like building strong programs and strong relationships.

**Preferred:**

* PMP Certification a plus
* Bachelor’s degree preferred

**How we’ll measure success:**

* Client satisfaction and renewal
* Budget performance and margin management
* Operational excellence and compliance
* Strong cross-functional alignment

**What we offer:**

* Competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience
* Paid time off
* Medical / Dental / Vision benefits
* Life insurance, short & long-term disability options
* Retirement matching after 1 year
* On-site private-use gym
* Dog-friendly workspace

Check us out on social [here](https://www.instagram.com/aardvark.studios/) and [here](https://www.linkedin.com/company/aardvarkstudios/)

If you’re looking for a role where you can lead, solve complex challenges, and see the direct impact of your work on high-profile programs, we’d love to meet you.

Apply now!