Description
The Director, Publishing Editorial is responsible for the commercial success, audience growth, editorial direction, and people management of a group of publications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Business & Revenue Management: Achieve or exceed financial targets and performance metrics. Work closely with the sales team on all revenue streams, including subscriptions, advertising, licensing, and digital initiatives. Develop a clear growth strategy for print, web, and digital properties across APAC.
- Advertising & Sales: Develop pricing strategies and advertising packages with the head of department.
- Editorial & Content Strategy: Manage the Editorial team to align editorial vision with business objectives. Ensure editorial quality supports brand positioning and reader loyalty.
- Digital & Audience Development: Oversee digital strategy, including website, mobile apps, social media, and e-commerce. Responsible for the maintenance and upgrade of websites, social media, and all media products.
- Staff Leadership & Management: Manage and develop a group of employees.
- Marketing & Brand Building: Oversee brand marketing and promotional campaigns.
- Strategic Planning: Develop 3-5 year strategic plans aligned with company objectives.
Required Qualifications:
- 15+ years of media/publishing experience, with 5+ years in a publisher or senior commercial role, and 5+ years in a people management role.
- Proven track record of revenue growth and P&L management.
- Deep understanding of magazine publishing economics (print, digital, hybrid models) and website technologies and design.
- Experience with audience development, circulation, and subscription strategies.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Understanding of editorial operations and journalism principles.
- Knowledge of advertising sales and media planning.
- Financial acumen with the ability to read, interpret, and manage budgets.
- Strategic thinking and business development capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience at a multi-platform media company (print, digital, video, podcasts).
- Background in audience analytics and data interpretation.
- Experience with subscription and membership models.
- Knowledge of media technology and publishing platforms.
- Experience launching or revitalizing publications.
- International media or regional media expansion experience.
What's in it For You?:
- Hybrid Work Model: Flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office).
- Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Supportive workplace policies, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year.
- Career Development and Growth: Culture of continuous learning and skill development.
- Industry Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive benefit plans, including flexible vacation, Mental Health Days, access to Headspace, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, and employee incentive programs.
- Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more.
- Social Impact: Opportunities to make an impact in the community, including two paid volunteer days off annually.