Amanda Carson
About Amanda Carson
Amanda Carson serves as the Vice President of Program Management at The New York Times, where she focuses on operational improvements and digital product initiatives. With extensive experience in media and technology, she has held various leadership roles at WarnerMedia and HBO, specializing in cross-functional collaboration and digital transformation.
Current Role at The New York Times
Amanda Carson serves as Vice President of Program Management at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing program management initiatives, focusing on strategic planning and execution. Her experience in managing high-profile programs is instrumental in driving the organization's digital transformation efforts.
Previous Experience at WarnerMedia
Prior to her current role, Amanda worked at WarnerMedia as Director of Content and Experience Operations for Direct-to-Consumer Technology (HBOMAX) from 2018 to 2021. During her tenure, she contributed to the development and enhancement of user experiences for HBO's streaming platform, leveraging her expertise in cross-functional collaboration and operational improvements.
Background in HBO
Amanda's career at HBO spanned over a decade, where she held multiple roles including Technical Manager for Product Development on HBO.com, Director of Front-End Development and System Design, and Director of Technical Product/Program Management for Digital Products. Her extensive experience at HBO equipped her with skills in media supply chain management and digital product experiences, particularly in developing streaming TV applications.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Carson earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Computer Graphics from Syracuse University. Her educational background complements her professional expertise in SEO, vendor management, and operational improvements, which are critical to her roles in program management and digital transformation.
Career Development at The New York Times
Before becoming Vice President of Program Management, Amanda held the position of Executive Director of Program Management for Core Platforms at The New York Times from 2021 to 2023. In this role, she focused on enhancing digital product initiatives, applying her skills in cross-functional collaboration and strategic planning to improve customer-centric digital offerings.