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A PMP certified PM experienced in communicating
objectives, requirements, specifications and use cases. Skilled in the
management of both Project and Software Development Life Cycle methods. Adept
at creating project SOWs, Gantts charts, task assignments, budgets, timelines
and tracking. Project software proficiencies include MSProject, Visio,
PowerPoint, SalesForce; SharePoint, Remedy, Mantis, JIRA (MSroject tasks to
JIRA tickets), @Task, OpenProject, PlanView, Avatier (IAM), Synacor proprietary
Content Mngt, SSO (IAM), WebMail systems for Cable Providers (Virgin Media).
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A seasoned technical/functional project and program
manager. Business competencies include strategy and road map navigation, team
building and resource training, stakeholder and C-level reporting. Successful
history of end-to-end management of large infrastructure and software
deployments, with multi-million dollar budgets and resources across distributed
locations (US/UK/EU). Managed SDLC teams that develop, and
deploy LAMP/.NET/MS applications, integrated interactive products, and
implemented SSO systems. Lead completion of 60+ iMedia projects 03/08-10/08 at
The Buffalo News.
· Oversight of off-shore teams building/integrating interactive products including video-on-demand and user generated content applications; social network, and hyper-local microsites; proprietary content management systems; and large multi-tiered portals with matrices of products and up-sell options delivered to 3.5M cable/DSL/Dial-Up end users via api driven "Single Sign On" authentication.
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Executive/VP/Board level communications. Succinct
and concise messaging and reporting delivered fluently to a specific audience
or broadly across levels. Skilled at implementing, leveraging and supporting communication
tools such as video teleconferencing systems, collaborative platforms, etc.
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- Sr PM: set up
and configuration of enterprise wide Access & Identity Mngt, Single Sign On
System & Planview PPM.
- Sr PM: 3
Security Projects: 1) Operational Vulnerability Mngt; 2) Universal Threat Mngt;
Systems Integrity Mngt.
- Managed vendor
communications regarding RFPs,
- Responsible for
all project and resource tracking and reporting. Created and delivered
executive level reports.
- Managed meeting
calendar and coordinated all collaborative application usage for cross
continental team sessions
- Worked directly
with Senior VPs to report, review, summarize, document and deliver CEO
Summaries
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- Consultant for
PMO Build-out and Portfolio Management Methodologies and Implementation
- Client Ops PM
for ISP/Telco/Cable Co; iMedia Services development, deployments, integrations;
SSO, Webmail
- Specific skills
in supporting effort to bridge the gap between Waterfall and Agile project
management methodologies.
- Developed &
managed iMedia short/long-range goals, strategies and roadmap with VP &
C-level reporting
- End-to-End
directorial management of multiple/concurrent web program, project and product
deliverables
- Wrote &
reviewed iMedia objectives, scopes, SOWs, WBSs, cost estimates, budget reports,
contracts
- Defined GUI
requirements, created User Flow diagrams, reviewed and confirmed Use Case
compliance
- Introduced and
implemented SDLC/LAMP methods; Interview & hired IT/SDLC/LAMP/Design
resources
- Directed cross
department team of 25+ web & news resources; Prioritized deliverables,
timelines, tasks
- Directed
implementation of Social Networking, User Generated Content, Ad Delivery &
Metadata Profiling
- Directed sites
redesigns; Interactive Product Integrations, Webmail, WebVideo and Social Networking
Applications
- Release/Project
Management: NTL/VirginMedia portal merger/redesign/rebranding 3.5M UK users.
- Cross team
Management for software development, testing, release and updates of portals
& proprietary CMSs
- Release/Project
Management for multi-tiered portal with variable entitlements, ‘single sign-on’
authentications
- Created Work
Breakdown Structures; assigned resources, tracked task, assessed risk,
estimated budgets
- Oversight of
distributed Release teams in US/UK; (SDLC/LAMP developers, QA, UAT, Release
teams)
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- Hands-On CRM
system configurations (SalesForce) for a multiplicity of client product/service deployments
- Installation of
Video Teleconferencing system used business wide for domestic and international
clients
- Secured funding
for non-profit Technology, Education & Arts center focused on historical
archiving
- Director for
build-out of 10,000 sq ft state of the art video, audio and internet training
facility; “TEA Factory”
- Directed
development and implementation of “The Saving History Agenda” with a 4 Program
roadmap
- Hired diverse
international team of technology experts to manage, develop and deploy scaled
down tools
- The Saving
History featured as only non-profit project at European Round Table Exhibition
02,
iTV Development/Platforms
Manager
- Managed team to
develop and implement Permission Based Interactive protocols for UPC NL
iTV/Portals
- Key contributor
to development of the interactive “i” which initiates permission based
interactive options
- Managed the
selection and implementation of Project (MS Project), Document (Hummingbird)
tools
- Consultant for
PMO planning, build out and company wide deployment (2010)
- Client Ops
Project Manager for ISP/Telco/Cable iMedia Services development, deployments,
integrations (2010)
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IT Product Concept/Development: “simpl” (Simple Interactive Media Publishing
Library) (2010)
- Art Book Design/Layout/Technical: Parsifal Unspoken, Academic Publication featured on Amazon (2010)
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IT Consultant/Production: 3D web environment submitted as proof of concept to
AlterCities, Aus. (2010)
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IT Consultant/Production: Web/on-Demand Publishing Consultant; Universal Books & Media; (2009)
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Technical/Stage Manager: Parsifal Unspoken; lights, sound, web for large scale
theatrical production (2009)
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Web Production: ScenoArt.net; Production and deployment of Artist website
(2009)
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IT Consultant/Production: NACC Funds Site;
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IT Consultant/Production: The Power of Forex; Web Edu-Video; EmeraldPassport,
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IT Consultant/Production: Power of Success for Kids; Web Edu-Video;
EmeraldPassport,
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Consultant/PM: Art Runs Deep; Virtual
(Recommendations and verification of projects
are available upon request)
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Renita DiStefano: Chief Information Security Officer, Seneca Gaming; rdistefano@snfgc.com.
716-501-2038
Les Leonard: Chief
Information Officer, Seneca Gaming; lleonard@snfgc.com. 716-501-2002
Michael Sellitto: Managing Partner, DiaSys Consulting; mikes@diasysconsulting.com,
716-830-8759
Jon White: Head of Proj Mngt -
Douglas Rein: Interactive
Platform Dev. Mngr; Buffalo New; dougrein@hotmail.com, 716-905-6732
Chris Woodard: Exec Producer, LIN Television; chris.woodard@wivb.com;
716 884-0550
“I had the pleasure of working with Robert as
a contract Program & Project Manager for a program of security projects.
The projects were complex, interrelated and interdependant. But each project
has a unique scope and Robert negotiated and re-invented himself to meet the
distinctive needs of the projects. He communicates comfortably and effectively
with the lines of business, executives, and technical audiences. He manages
risk, cost and schedules masterfully.”
Top qualities:
Personable, Expert, Creative
Renita
DeStefano,
Chief Information Security Officer, Seneca Gaming Corporation
“Robert was the Project Manager for several of our projects.
He did an awesome job with each, but I wanted to specifically call out the
Identity Management Project. Many IT shops struggle with installing an Idenity
Management solution with respect to user provisioning. Not done correctly, it
can cause multiple issues and have quite a detriment to business operations.
Robert performed very well and was in a very large measure the reason for
success in this effort. I was very impressed with Robert's project leadership
and vendor management skills. He was also very adept at communication and team
leadership. I would gladly hire Robert in the future and I certainly recommend
him as a go to resource in the future!”
Top qualities: Great
Results, Personable, Creative
Les Leonard, Chief Information Officer
/ Vice President IT, Seneca Gaming Corporation
“Robert Joseph worked as a Technical Project Manager for
Harris Interactive between Aug 2011 and Oct 2011. During this period, he
managed three key initiatives for us, his dedication, sincerity and application
of necessary PMO skills ensured the success of these initiatives, we engaged
Robert on a consulting basis.”
Top qualities:
Personable, Good Value, On Time
Arun Padmanabhan, Chief Technology Officer, Harris Interactive
“Robert was the manager of Client
Deployments for UK Accounts at Synacor. His skills, knowledge and attributes
are of superior quality. He's focused and possesses in-depth knowledge in his
area of expertise. Robert is extremely creative, detail-oriented and was the
"go to" person for the team. His pleasant, easy-going personality
made working with him a very enjoyable experience. He's client focused and goes
above and beyond to satisfy the needs of his international client. I worked
closely with Robert on projects with a major client for over two years - it was
the best experience I have ever had with a project manager. The team achieved
unheard of successes that have not been matched after his leaving. If you need
to get the job done, on time, on budget, and surpassing clients expectations
then you need to engage Robert.”
Joseph Mittiga, Sr. Quality Assurance
Engineer, Synacor
“Robert is a very motivated
and driven individual with tremendous vision. His capacity to track and manage
large-scale projects, documentation and tasks is far beyond any I've
encountered. He has the ability to envision and execute a long-term growth
plan, and is a bulldog when chasing down solutions and resources. He is very sympathetic
to the needs of his staff, and ensures that they are well appreciated and cared
for. It was a pleasure working for him. For our work at Synacor, he ensured
that client communications were clear and thorough - which maintained a very
trusting relationship with Virgin Media, and protected us from undocumented or
under-specified requirements.”
Douglas Rein, Interactive Platform
Development Manager , The
“It has been my pleasure to work with RJ over
the last couple years. He consistently provides order and stability to our projects
in the ever-changing technology field, while adding a unique brand of levity to
remind you that technology can still be fun.”
Timothy Ace, Manager of Client
Integrations , Synacor, Inc.
“Robert is an exceptional
Project Manager whose enthusiastic approach ensures all participants deliver to
an extremely high standard. His dedication and commitment are second to none
and I for one cannot recommend him highly enough.”
Jonathan White, Head of Project Management
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“I know Robert from his project management
work at Synacor. In this capacity, Robert is very conscientious. He managed
clients through product launches, documenting expectations and delivering on
those expectations. Robert has excellent communication skills and is a very
effective liaison. He is able to manage a project while also maintaining a team
atmosphere. He has the right balance of checking on tasks while also giving
each participant the space to do his or her job. I have enjoyed working with
Robert.”
Ginny (Virginia) Sundell,
Director of Marketing Operations, Synacor
“My father once told me that great minds do
not think alike, that is why they are great minds. There is no better example
of this than Robert Joseph. Robert has a conscious and organic perspective that
leads incredible projects and visions from creation to completion and beyond. I
have never heard a pitch or been as inspired then when talking with Robert. I
hope everyone has the chance to both meet and work with him, he is a visionary
that is truly a special and rare talent.”
David Dolnick, Manager, Red
Herring/DASAR
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Projects
Completions as iMedia
Operations Director @ Buffalo News: 03.08 – 10.08
1.
Classified: Brain Works .Net integration
2.
Classifieds: 3rd Party Content Feed Integrations
3.
Classified: Classified Ad Order Entry System integration
4.
Classified: CareerSite: BuffaloJobFinder.com: integration
5.
Classified: CityFeet Real Estate (Home Finder Extra) integration
6.
Classified: CityXpress Classifieds integration
7.
Classified: Display Ad Integrations w/p2i
8.
Classified: Gabriel’s Auto integration
9.
Classified: Gadzoo Pets integration
10.
Classified: GMTI: buffalocars.com integration
11.
Classified: Legacy: Death Notices integration
12.
Classified: Script Injection Fixes; Career Site
13.
Classified: Script Injection Fixes; Apartment Finder
14.
Classified: Script Injection Fixes; Home Finder
15.
Classified: Yahoo Hot Jobs integration
16.
DotCom: Buffalo.com
Video integration
17.
DotCom: Online
Video Player integration
18.
DotCom: Bills
Fan Zone Site development and integration
19.
DotCom: Domain/subdomain:
redirects (all products under buffalo.com?)
20.
DotCom: Spotted
Video/Photo version update
21.
DotCom: Your
Hub Versions update
22.
DotCom:
23.
DotCom:
24.
DotCom:
25.
DotCom: Discover
On Line (pre-BUG)
26.
DotCom: Integrated,
Interactive Calendar & Events
27.
DotCom: Integrated,
Interactive Search (SEO)
28.
DotCom: Make
buffalo.com your home page functionality
29.
DotCom: PDF
publications conversions and publishing
30.
DotCom: Spotted
Slide Show
31.
News:
32.
News: Total
Site Search Engine Optimization (Buffalonews.com / Buffalo.com)
33.
News: Business
Page Redesign
34.
News: Gusto
to Web
35.
News: Home
Page Redesign
36.
News: Integrated,
Interactive Calendar
37.
News: Integrated,
Interactive Search
38.
News: News
Content to Yahoo
39.
News: Reverse
Publishing for Gusto Section
40.
News: Story
Page Redesign
41.
Ops: Co-Located
Server
42.
Ops: Customer
Support contact revamp
43.
Ops: Page
decommissioning effort
44.
Ops: Product
Requirements Document
45.
Ops: S3
Video integration
46.
Ops: SameTimeUnyte
(SAAS) for web meetings
47.
Ops: Training:
Skype & Yahoo Messenger as internal/external communication tools
48.
Ops: @Task;
(SAAS) project, task, issues tracking and management
49.
Ops: Ad
Stats System
50.
Ops: Automated
site mapping for Google crawling
51.
Ops: Contest
tool for NoCo (Entry form for 30 stations to submit entrants)
52.
Ops: McClatchy
CMS System Training
53.
Ops: Publishing
tool for creating modules from XML feeds
54.
Ops: Site
Stats Dashboard
55.
Ops: Standardized
Search Library for expediting search integrations across web assets
56.
Ops: The
57.
Yahoo: Buzz
integration
58.
Yahoo: Content:
updated & improved local news, sports, business & travel content to
Yahoo
59.
Yahoo: My
Y! integration
60.
Yahoo: My
Yahoo Feeds
61.
Yahoo: My
Yahoo stories display in home section
62.
Yahoo: One
to Many category Mapping for Yahoo Hot Jobs
63.
Yahoo: RSS;
News, My Yahoo