Holger Waschinski

Expert in International Metadata, Content and Media Management | Indeed Alum

Austin, Texas, United States

About

International Team Lead with 10+ years of experience in optimizing workflows to drive innovative solutions. Proven track record in taxonomy and metadata management. Skilled in managing complex global projects, enhancing cross-market collaboration, and strategically allocating resources to improve performance. Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, content management, and digital preservation through roles in digital media and production management.

Experience

  • UI Tester (interim Lead Tester) at Welocalize
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Indeed.com (5 yrs 5 mos)
    • International Taxonomy Team Lead
      May 2021 - May 2024 · 3 yrs 1 mo

      - Created and maintained comprehensive occupational data for international core markets by conducting thorough market research, significantly improving accuracy and relevance of Indeed’s taxonomies - Led taxonomy program lifecycle, managing idea generation, research and analysis, strategic planning, prototyping, validation, and successful delivery through to launch, powering advanced filters and search functionality on the Indeed website - Supervised a team of international market analysts in developing and implementing taxonomies by establishing clear policies and providing ongoing training, resulting in 9 markets completing localized occupational taxonomies and attribute taxonomies. - Built and maintained strong relationships with internal stakeholders by initiating regular meetings and feedback sessions, leading to 75% improvement in response times - Managed complex international taxonomy projects by streamlining workflows, utilizing advanced project management tools, leading to 50% reduction in project turnaround times

    • International Taxonomy Analyst
      Jan 2019 - May 2021 · 2 yrs 5 mos

      - Developed targeted taxonomies by conducting detailed market analysis and leveraging local expertise, which improved data classification accuracy - Provided effective support to international teams and market analysts by offering training on taxonomy tools, resulting in an overall improvement in project efficiency - Analyzed and classified data while collaborating with engineers to provide actionable feedback on internal and user-facing processes, resolving semantic issues - Resolved customer service tickets by providing policy clarifications and guidance to support effective client communication, adhering to a global 48-hour SLA to ensure timely and accurate service delivery

  • Radio/Television/Film Specialist IV - University of Texas at Austin at Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center
    Apr 2014 - Jan 2019 · 4 yrs 10 mos

    - Worked directly with key staff, curators, artists and content producers to develop ideas and concepts for media productions - Produced, edited and published content for website, social media and public events - Scheduled and arranged interviews and location shots - Worked with Style Guides and Identities - Produced and maintained exhibition specific interpretation including videos, audio guides, webcasts and projections - Digital capture and preservation of film, videotape and born-digital collection assets - Work with vendors to evaluate, manage and maintain digital storage of collection assets - Produced access copies for faculty, researchers and patrons - Managed and maintained moving image database and asset related metadata - Hired, supervised and trained Graduate Student Technicians - Managed operation and maintenance of in-house Audiovisual Lab - Evaluated, proposed and installed hardware for production, reformatting and display - Worked directly with presenters and guests to support onsite technology needs for lectures, performances and events

  • Marketing Director at New Mexico Dance Theater
    2007 - 2014 · 7 yrs

    - Created, planned and coordinated marketing campaigns for ballet school and performance company - Produced and published promotional videos, photography, posters and print advertisements - Produced and distributed performances videos and photography - Maintained website content and social media

  • Production Manager at PAC 8 TV
    2007 - 2013 · 6 yrs

    - Developed and managed live TV broadcasts and webcasts - Established digital workflow and backup routines - Worked with clients to create highly persuasive commercial presentations - Provided public education through video classes and workshops - Oversaw operational and administrative functions in absence of the executive director