DAM Lead

• We are seeking an experienced and strategic DAM Lead to oversee the implementation and management of our Digital Asset Management (DAM) system for a global digital platform.
• The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in DAM technologies, a strong understanding of digital asset workflows, and the ability to lead a team in delivering a scalable and efficient DAM solution.
• This role will involve working closely with global stakeholders to ensure that the DAM system supports the needs of diverse regions and aligns with overall business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the selection, implementation, and configuration of the DAM system to meet the requirements of a global digital platform, ensuring scalability, flexibility, and integration with other systems.
• Develop and maintain the digital asset taxonomy, metadata schema, and governance policies to support efficient organization, retrieval, and use of digital assets.
• Manage and mentor a team of DAM administrators, librarians, and asset managers, ensuring best practices in digital asset management are followed.
• Oversee the integration of the DAM system with other systems such as CMS, PIM, CRM, and marketing automation platforms, and customize the DAM to meet specific business needs.
• Ensure the DAM supports multilingual and localized assets, working closely with regional teams to adapt asset management strategies for different markets.
• Establish asset governance frameworks, including user roles, permissions, and approval workflows, to maintain asset quality and consistency across the platform.
• Monitor and optimize the performance of the DAM system, implementing caching, load balancing, and other techniques to ensure fast and reliable asset delivery.
• Ensure the DAM system adheres to security best practices and complies with global data protection regulations, such as GDPR.
• Provide training and ongoing support to asset creators, users, and other stakeholders, ensuring they can effectively manage and utilize digital assets.
• Stay updated on the latest DAM technologies, trends, and best practices, continuously improving the system to meet evolving business needs.
• Qualifications:
• Bachelor s degree in Information Technology, Digital Media, Library Science, or a related field. A Master s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in digital asset management or a related field, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of DAM platforms (e.g., Adobe Experience Manager Assets, Widen, Bynder, Aprimo) and experience with their architecture, customization, and integration.
• Strong understanding of digital asset workflows, metadata standards, taxonomy development, and asset lifecycle management.
• Experience managing DAM projects for global or multi-regional platforms, with an understanding of localization and multilingual asset strategies.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a team, with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders.