Content Development Manager, US Creator Network
About The Position
The Content Development Manager will support Acast’s content acquisition efforts in the US market and help execute the company’s broader content strategy. Working closely with the development team, this person will identify potential partnership opportunities across different types of creators. The role involves building relationships throughout the podcast industry, sourcing content partners who can bring new audiences to Acast across platforms, pitching Acast’s products and services, and leading creator negotiations. The manager will also collaborate with Creator Management and internal Sales, Marketing, and Product stakeholders to support key partnerships, partner onboarding, and strategic initiatives.
Requirements
- Fluency in traditional media and the emerging creator economy, with a clear point of view on the future of US podcasting.
- Strong commercial instincts and demonstrated ability to build a robust pipeline, pitch effectively, and negotiate agreements.
- Fluency in YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and emerging platforms, with an understanding of how creators build audiences and businesses across them.
- Exceptional verbal and written interpersonal, relationship management, and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to maintain focus on the big picture.
- Proactive, highly organized, collaborative, creative, and highly motivated.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in audio, digital media, marketing, or branded content.
- Direct experience working with talent and talent representation.
Responsibilities
- Develop relationships with independent podcasters, media companies, talent agencies, management companies, and production companies.
- Identify content partners who can bring new audiences to Acast across RSS, video platforms, and social media.
- Monitor industry trends, the competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities in podcasting.
- Pitch Acast’s products and services with narratives tailored to creators’ needs.
- Lead negotiations with creators and their representatives, developing creative and sustainable deal structures that align partner incentives with Acast’s growth.
- Collaborate with the Creator Management team to support ongoing management of key partnerships.
- Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Product stakeholders to support smooth partner onboarding and alignment on strategic initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
