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Aurora Blase

Austin

Summary

Tech-focused Project Manager and Producer with a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams through product launches in fast-paced environments. Experienced in managing timelines, scope, and resourcing while keeping engineers, designers, and stakeholders aligned. Skilled in running efficient team briefings, daily stand-ups, and weekly check-ins to maintain clarity, momentum, and accountability. Background in advertising, marketing, and client engagement, with a strength in translating business needs into actionable plans, and high-quality deliverables.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Producer

Kettle Solutions
Austin
01.2024 - 04.2025
  • Ensured on-time, budget-compliant delivery by leading production teams across multiple projects.
  • Oversaw daily operations, including scheduling, problem-solving, budget tracking, and creative decision-making.
  • Communicated with clients throughout production to provide updates and address concerns.
  • Conducted project debriefs, compiling performance reports detailing challenges and achievements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve production milestones.

Project Manager

Prophet
Austin
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Simultaneously managed multiple client projects with diverse scopes, timelines, and objectives.
  • Facilitated workshops and brainstorming sessions to develop effective campaigns and brand positioning.
  • Established workflow processes to enhance efficiency and visibility across projects.
  • Led daily and weekly meetings for internal teams and clients to ensure alignment.
  • Drafted statements of work and managed contracts with clients and third-party vendors.
  • Collaborated with various internal teams to drive project success.

Sr. Project Manager

Microsoft
Austin
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Successfully managed rollout and onboarding of business management tool for 7,000 Microsoft employees across 23 countries.
  • Pilot program-managed OKR implementation and reporting for improved performance tracking.
  • Developed and maintained project roadmaps, including risk management projections.
  • Engaged senior-level Business Managers to align goals and expectations.
  • Led bi-weekly Office Hours and Steering Committee meetings to foster collaboration.
  • Created resources and documentation for program processes to ensure consistency.
  • Oversaw third-party vendors and contracts to ensure compliance and quality.

Sr. Programmer & Digital Producer

South by Southwest
Austin
01.2012 - 03.2020
  • Primary liaison for all communications and scheduling to all external stakeholders, ensuring efficient execution of over 300 sessions annually for the Mentor, Meet Ups, and Book programs.
  • Grew the Mentor program by 10-20% year-over-year through an action strategy for acquisition and community outreach.
  • Through producing unique and valuable programming, attendance surged by 15%, resulting in the year-over-year growth of the programs for which I was responsible.
  • Optimized web traffic to the site by 30% through the identification and analysis of SEO patterns.
  • Analyzed and monitored various platforms and site metrics, including conversion rates, page visits, and sessions.
  • Achieved 60% growth of followers on social media accounts through engaging campaigns, modified language, and tone of messages based on the topic, targeted audience, and platform.
  • Managed SXSW and its ancillary event's website content, marketing campaigns, and marketing strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

Master of Arts - Digital Communications and Media

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

Skills

  • Project management
  • Client communication
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Scope management
  • Milestone and deadline tracking
  • Budget oversight
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Workflow optimization
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Multitasking ability

Timeline

Producer

Kettle Solutions
01.2024 - 04.2025

Project Manager

Prophet
07.2023 - 12.2023

Sr. Project Manager

Microsoft
03.2022 - 07.2023

Sr. Programmer & Digital Producer

South by Southwest
01.2012 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication

Texas State University

Master of Arts - Digital Communications and Media

Texas State University

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