From MySpace to Running 'Spanish Netflix' — Nicole Williams' Program Management Career Path

Nicole Williams has led program management at some of the biggest names in tech and media — from MySpace and Verizon to Pluto TV and now Univision’s VIX, the Spanish-language answer to Netflix. In this episode of the Tech Jobber Podcast, she shares her unfiltered career journey: How she landed her first tech job at MySpace without a technical degree (and with a Post-it note offer letter) The real differences between project management and program management — and why titles (and salaries) matter Navigating the jump from startups to Fortune 500 giants like Verizon Building teams and processes during the high-stakes streaming wars at Pluto TV What it’s like to develop the Spanish-language version of Netflix at VIX Negotiating salaries, bonuses, and equity in tech leadership roles Overcoming bias and leadership challenges as a woman in tech Whether you’re aiming for your first program manager role or looking to move from mid-level to senior leadership, Nicole’s story is packed with insights on career strategy, skill-building, and making the most of opportunities in the fast-moving tech and media space.  📌 Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Career Overview 04:00 MySpace Years & Startup Transition 12:00 Scaling at EdgeCast & Verizon Acquisition 20:00 Leadership Lessons in Corporate Tech 27:00 Inside the Streaming Wars at Pluto TV 38:00 Building VIX – The Spanish-Language Netflix 52:00 Salary, Bonus, and Equity Negotiation Tips  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.