# Program Manager

> Aardvark Studios · Conshohocken, United States (Hybrid) · — · Posted 2026-06-30

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Program Management

## Description

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!

## Apply

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