Content Project Manager (Parental Leave) - Microsoft

Do you get energized by keeping complex content programs running smoothly? This parental leave coverage role offers the chance to help increase awareness for Microsoft’s cutting-edge research efforts by supporting a high-performing editorial and creative team. If partnering with writers, designers, producers, and PMs in a fast-paced environment sounds motivating, this role could be a great fit. We’re looking for someone who thrives when coordinating moving pieces, communicating clearly with partners, and guiding content from intake to publication. You’ll report to the Managing Editor and play a key role in ensuring stories, podcasts, videos, and social content move forward with clarity and momentum. Role overview As the Content Project Manager, you’ll support a well-established editorial program by managing workflows, coordinating production timelines, and working closely with creative partners across design, writing, production, and communications. You’ll have opportunities to grow your program management and editorial operations skills while contributing to impactful storytelling work.   This role is an Embedded Consultant position, meaning you’ll sit directly with the Microsoft team to provide hands-on support and be contracted by 2A Consulting. The engagement will likely run from late February through mid-May, with preference for someone who can be available as early as January in case the parental leave begins sooner. There is a possibility of additional hours one day per week after the initial engagement. The role is fully remote.   While you’ll spend most of your days working directly with your Microsoft team, 2A offers multiple points of connection to support your role and career. We’ll meet with you and your manager regularly to support the engagement, and you’ll have opportunities to engage with 2A through working groups, community-building events, and professional development opportunities. Activities

Manage end-to-end production timelines for blog posts, podcast episodes, videos, and social content

Coordinate intake, scheduling, and prioritization of content requests from internal teams

Maintain project trackers, editorial calendars, and workflow documentation

Partner with writers, designers, producers, and communications strategists to move content forward

Support content planning by identifying themes, stories, and opportunities

Coordinate with social media managers to prepare copy, assets, and publishing schedules

Ensure all content meets quality, accessibility, and compliance requirements

Support podcast and video production logistics, including scheduling, asset delivery, metadata, approvals, and release planning

Skills and qualifications - need to have

At least 4 years of experience in content operations, project coordination, or editorial workflow management in a fast-paced environment

At least 2 years of experience working with creative teams—such as writers, designers, producers, and communications partners

Based in the Eastern Time Zone (EST) to align with team working hours

Strong organizational skills and the ability to keep multiple projects moving

Foundation in cross-functional content production processes across written, audio, and video formats

Proficiency with Sprinklr, WordPress, and SharePoint

Comfortable jumping in and working independently in a dynamic environment

Skills and qualifications – nice to have

Familiarity with accessibility or compliance standards

Experience supporting podcast or video production

Background in technology, research, or science communication

Experience with Microsoft Teams and Outlook