[webproducers] Re: Starting out in Project Management
- From: Ulrike Lechert-Lombardi <ulrike@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: webproducers@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:14:33 -0400
Hi Ruthie,
I don't know where you work, but generally I would go and ask to get
assigned to larger projects. Maybe as a second/support PM at first so
you can learn. But honestly, I just got thrown onto larger projects
and had to figure it out. Try to find someone either in your company
or outside who is willing to coach you. Having someone that you can
ask "stupid" questions that you don't want to ask your team is
priceless.
If you want some formal training I would suggest the Basic Project
Management class at SCPS (if you are in NY). Otherwise I am sure they
are similar classes. The class I took was based on the book
"Jumpstart Project Management", which is really a good introduction.
However, it is not web specific and some things can be tricky to
translate over. I think understanding the formal PM process is
important, but knowing the special requirements for websites is even
more so.
Also, start building your toolbox. And I think that is mostly
templates for all kinds of tracking. Learn how to run good meetings,
keeping notes, writing memos. All things needed to document, track
and communicate on a project. The larger the project the more you
will be exposed to executives you have specific communication needs.
Good Luck!
Ulrike
On Sep 11, 2009, at 2:53 PM, Ruthie Rosenstock wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I'm looking for some advice/guidance. I'm a web producer who's
> managed small interactive projects, and I'm looking to move into
> project management. How does one get the education/certification to
> do this? Sorry for the newbie question. Any advice would be
> appreciated!
>
> Thanks,
> Ruthie
>
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