Ernie Ladores
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About

Led large-scale, end-to-end AI training and data operations projects for major tech clients. Oversaw full project lifecycles, from client discovery and scope planning to execution, QA, and delivery. Managed remote, cross-functional teams, optimized workflows, and implemented Agile processes to ensure high-quality output and timely delivery. Also handled documentation, automation, payroll, and interdepartmental coordination to support scalable operations and compliance.

Handled AI Projects for

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Key Skills

• End-to-End Project Management
• Agile & Scrum Implementation
• Sprint Planning & Backlog Management
• Client Onboarding & Scope Alignment
• Workflow & SOP Development
• Team Recruitment & Onboarding
• Quality Assurance Oversight
• Remote Team Leadership
• Performance-Based Payroll Handling
• Data Reporting & Task Automation
• Stakeholder Coordination (Ops, Legal, HR, Finance)
• Documentation & Compliance Management
• Cross-Time Zone Scheduling
• AI Data Labeling & Training Operations

Tech Stack

 

 

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  • Year

    2023-2025
  • Industry

    AI / LLM / Tech
  • Services

    Project Management

Description

✓ Led end-to-end AI and data annotation projects for clients including OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, Character.ai, and Mila
✓ Conducted discovery calls to align project scope, define deliverables, and establish client expectations
✓ Developed project plans covering timelines, financials, risk mitigation, resource planning, and execution strategy
✓ Designed training materials, workflows, SOPs, and process documentation tailored to client and project needs
✓ Recruited, screened, and onboarded AI trainers and QA staff; implemented performance-based reward systems
✓ Supervised day-to-day operations, ensuring quality control, task completion, and on-time delivery of datasets
✓ Processed weekly payroll based on verified outputs and performance of project-based workers
✓ Handled automation of data processing, analysis, documentation, and reporting for client review and internal efficiency
✓ Managed complete documentation lifecycle—from planning to retrospective—ensuring audit-ready transparency
✓ Scheduled and coordinated workloads for both internal team members and external contributors
✓ Provided leadership and guidance to project leads; served as liaison with Finance, HR, Legal, Sales, Engineering, R&D, Trust & Safety, and Customer Support
✓ Ensured seamless collaboration across departments and stakeholders, resolving blockers and maintaining delivery standards
✓ Presided over scrum ceremonies to promote ownership, alignment, and clear communication within the team
✓ Facilitated sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to maintain team momentum and project continuity
✓ Coordinated sprint workloads with team members to meet delivery targets and quality expectations
✓ Tracked task progress through backlog management tools, proactively addressing blockers and delays
✓ Promoted Agile methodology across teams to encourage transparency, adaptability, and iterative progress
✓ Ensured consistent focus on sprint goals, milestones, and cross-functional team coordination

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