Dynamic Program Manager with a proven track record at ePlanet Global, excelling in project delivery and cross-functional leadership. Expert in Agile methodologies, I enhanced workflow efficiency, achieving a 98% client approval rate. Skilled in risk management and process improvement, I consistently deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
ePlanet Global / Limegreen Media
12.2022 - 07.2025
Directed and governed end to end post production operations including translation, subtitling, dubbing, dub card production, and audio video technical quality control across international content pipelines
Operated at departmental leadership level, providing strategic oversight across operations, delivery, and internal initiatives
Acted as Project Sponsor for internal and client facing initiatives, overseeing Project Managers, Data Analysts, Business Development, Marketing, Developers, and Designers
Mentored senior team members and managers, providing guidance on delivery strategy, performance management, and operational priorities
Researched, evaluated, and supported implementation of business growth initiatives including AI driven tools and automation to support vertical and horizontal expansion
Partnered with leadership to support operational scaling while ensuring consistency, compliance, and quality standards were maintained
Designed KPI frameworks, incentive structures, and performance metrics aligned with organizational objectives
Led annual performance and increment reviews based on quarterly goals, productivity metrics, and quality benchmarks
Monitored monthly sales and marketing performance in collaboration with leadership to ensure revenue stability and operational sustainability
Oversaw cross-departmental reporting, risk tracking, and escalation management for critical initiatives
Project Manager
Global Northstar
05.2022 - 11.2022
Directed the design, development, and implementation of software solutions including websites, mobile applications, and ERP systems for global clients across multiple industries
Led full project lifecycle execution from initiation through delivery, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and business objectives
Partnered with business and technical stakeholders to define project requirements, delivery roadmaps, and success criteria
Managed cross functional Agile development teams, achieving a 95 percent on time delivery rate across multiple concurrent projects
Coordinated system testing, user acceptance testing, and issue resolution to improve platform stability and reduce critical defects by 20 percent
Facilitated communication between developers, QA, and business stakeholders to ensure clear expectations and timely decision making
Monitored project risks, dependencies, and resource constraints, implementing mitigation strategies to maintain delivery momentum
Produced regular status reports and delivery updates for internal leadership and clients
Project Manager
ePlanet Global / Limegreen Media
02.2017 - 10.2021
Managed full project lifecycle delivery of subtitling, dubbing, and audio video technical QC projects for TV, film, and streaming platforms using hybrid Waterfall and Agile methodologies
Defined project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans while tracking delivery performance and monthly revenue
Identified project risks, dependencies, and constraints and implemented mitigation strategies, reducing delivery delays by 30 percent
Coordinated internal production teams and external vendors to resolve workflow bottlenecks and delivery risks
Ensured compliance with studio, broadcaster, and platform specific technical and linguistic standards, achieving 99 percent quality compliance
Led and mentored cross functional teams including Project Coordinators, QC Supervisors, Data Analysts, and Workforce Management personnel
Produced regular delivery, performance, and risk reports for management and stakeholders
Project Coordinator
ePlanet Global / Limegreen Media
09.2018 - 05.2021
Served as primary client liaison, providing clear communication on timelines, delivery status, workforce volumes, and issue resolution
Coordinated daily and long term staffing plans, creating shift rosters covering day, night, weekend, and public holiday operations
Supported production planning by aligning workforce capacity with forecasted project volumes
Conducted internal audits and supported external security audits including TPN to ensure compliance with asset protection and information security standards
Generated invoices, pay orders, and supporting documentation in coordination with the finance team
Maintained accurate project documentation, delivery records, and client communication logs
Escalated risks and delivery challenges to Project Managers with actionable recommendations
Quality Control Supervisor
ePlanet Global / Limegreen Media
04.2018 - 09.2018
Supervised and coordinated teams of Subtitle Editors and Quality Control Team Leads across multiple workflows
Monitored internal and client performance metrics to assess productivity, quality, and turnaround times
Developed and executed performance improvement strategies to meet and exceed client benchmarks
Created and maintained quality checklists, guidelines, training materials, and standard operating procedures
Ensured consistent application of quality standards across all deliverables prior to client submission
Led department wide training sessions for new hires and upskilling initiatives for existing staff
Acted as escalation point for complex quality and workflow issues
Quality Control Team Lead
ePlanet Global / Limegreen Media
05.2017 - 04.2018
Performed quality control for subtitles, scripts, lip sync adaptations, and audio video prequalification deliverables
Identified and documented audio video technical anomalies including film tears, audio dropouts, and video glitches in 5.1 Dolby studio environments
Conducted technical QC for DVD, Blu ray, 4K, and OTT digital distribution platforms
Mentored team members on quality standards, workflows, and efficient use of checklists and SOPs
Generated detailed feedback and error analysis reports to support continuous improvement and training
Supported supervisors by providing quality insights and recommendations
Subtitle Editor
ePlanet Global / Limegreen Media
01.2017 - 05.2017
Created time synchronized subtitles for major studios and platforms including Netflix, Disney, BBC, Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Hulu
Applied client specific style guides, delivering verbatim and non verbatim subtitles as required
Produced ABS scripts and lip sync adaptations to support dubbing and voice over production
Reformatted and localized licensed subtitle files to meet platform and regional requirements
Ensured linguistic accuracy, timing precision, and readability across all deliverables
Education
Bachelor’s - Commerce
University of Karachi
03-2022
Skills
Project and program delivery
Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Cross-functional leadership
Stakeholder management
Risk and issue management
Workflow optimization
Budget tracking and vendor coordination
Quality assurance
Process improvement
Certification
Google Project Management Certificate
Certified Scrum Master CSM
Tools And Technologies
MS Project, Jira, Trello, Monday.com, Google Workspace, ERPNext, Liferay, Mantis BT, Adobe Premiere Pro, Subtitle Edit
Other Work Experiences
Administrator - Amirah 360 LLC (Feb 2025 - Dec 2025)
Transcriber - Sync Media (Nov 2015 - Jan 2017)
Customer Support Executive - Sybrid - Lakson Group Company (Aug 2014 - Nov 2015)
Office Assistant - Church World Service (Apr 2013 - Feb 2014)