A New Way Of Watching Content For Germany
As Delivery Manager for JOYN, a start-up media platform backed by ProSieben and Discovery, I led the iOS app tribe to deliver a high-quality streaming app that quickly achieved the number 1 spot on the German App Store. The objective was to create an innovative platform offering live TV, on-demand content, and exclusive originals, driving engagement and market growth in the highly competitive media streaming space.
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Delivered an innovative streaming platform offering live TV, on-demand content, and exclusive originals, positioning JOYN as a key competitor in the German media market.
Collaborated with ProSieben and Discovery to align the product vision with business goals and audience needs.
Developed a user-centric mobile app with a seamless experience, quickly gaining widespread adoption.
Established a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, driving efficiency across all teams.
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Led the delivery of the iOS mobile app, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and rapid delivery.
Mentored and coached team members, including aspiring Scrum Masters and Product Owners, fostering self-sufficient, high-performing teams.
Actively contributed to the Agile Community of Practice, sharing insights and evolving working practices to improve delivery.
Managed the app’s release process, ensuring a smooth rollout and alignment across teams and departments.
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Launched the iOS app, which reached number 1 on the German App Store shortly after release.
Enhanced team autonomy and morale by introducing fresh ceremonies and fostering a supportive team environment.
Played a pivotal role in establishing JOYN as a competitive media platform, meeting ambitious goals for user engagement and market penetration.
Delivered iterative improvements to the app post-launch, leveraging feedback and analytics to optimise features and performance.
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Navigated the complexities of aligning stakeholders from two large corporations, ProSieben and Discovery, while maintaining the agility of a start-up.
Balanced rapid delivery timelines with the need to maintain high-quality standards for the app.
Overcame initial team alignment challenges by fostering a collaborative and adaptable culture.
Managed the demands of a high-profile launch, coordinating efforts across multiple teams under tight deadlines.