Senior Content Partnerships Manager - Podcast

ARN; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated leasing

Superannuation salary sacrifice

Birthday leave

Paid parental leave

Charity leave

Bonus leave

Discounts on lifestyle & entertainment

Education assistance

Job summary

ARN is seeking a commercially savvy professional in Melbourne to drive revenue across its podcast portfolio by crafting premium partnership solutions. You will own the commercialisation of the slate, delivering against targets and uncovering new opportunities while collaborating closely with creators, iHeart Partnerships and internal teams.

You will turn briefs into integrated campaigns that reflect audience insights and show tone, managing approvals and developing compelling sales collateral.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' media, partnerships or creative strategy experience.
• Proven track record of delivering revenue targets.
• Ability to turn briefs and audience insights into integrated campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth across an assigned podcast portfolio by developing premium commercial solutions.
• Own commercialisation of the podcast slate, delivering against revenue targets and identifying new opportunities.
• Turn client briefs into creative, commercially viable solutions that align with each podcast's audience, tone and creators.
• Partner closely with podcast creators, iHeart Partnerships and commercial teams throughout the commercial process.
• Lead and contribute to brainstorms, developing proactive ideas and integrated opportunities across the wider entertainment ecosystem.
• Manage creator and brand approvals for podcast integrations, helping ensure campaigns work for both partners and audiences.
• Develop compelling sales collateral and market narratives that strengthen show positioning and bring commercial ideas to life.
• Champion the podcast portfolio internally, becoming the go-to expert on what works for the shows, their creators and listeners.

Skills

Revenue targets

Partnership solutions

Creative strategy

Stakeholder management

Podcast/media landscape

Job description

At ARN, we're building Australia's leading entertainment company — where great content, powerful audiences and innovative platforms come together to drive growth. From our iconic broadcast brands to podcasts, streaming, social and live experiences, we create content that entertains Australians and connects brands to audiences at scale. With a national footprint across metro and regional markets and a clear focus on digital acceleration, audience growth and commercial impact, ARN is evolving fast — and our people play a critical role in making it happen.

About the role:

• Drive revenue growth across an assigned podcast portfolio by developing premium commercial solutions.
• Own commercialisation of the podcast slate, delivering against revenue targets and identifying new opportunities.
• Turn client briefs into creative, commercially viable solutions that align with each podcast's audience, tone and creators.
• Partner closely with podcast creators, iHeart Partnerships and commercial teams throughout the commercial process.
• Lead and contribute to brainstorms, developing proactive ideas and integrated opportunities across the wider entertainment ecosystem.
• Manage creator and brand approvals for podcast integrations, helping ensure campaigns work for both partners and audiences.
• Develop compelling sales collateral and market narratives that strengthen show positioning and bring commercial ideas to life.
• Champion the podcast portfolio internally, becoming the go-to expert on what works for the shows, their creators and listeners.

About you:

• Commercially savvy with a proven track record of delivering revenue targets and developing premium partnership solutions.
• Strong creative and strategic thinker, able to turn briefs and audience insights into compelling integrated campaigns.
• Confident stakeholder manager experienced in partnering with creators, producers, sales teams and senior commercial leaders.
• 5+ years' media, partnerships or creative strategy experience, with strong knowledge of the podcast, audio and broader media landscape.

What's in it for you:

• ARN perks & benefits (e.g. giveaways, merch, events, free and discounted tickets)
• Novated leasing & superannuation salary sacrifice | Birthday leave | Paid parental leave | Charity leave | Bonus leave
• Discounts on lifestyle & entertainment with big name brands (including savings on health insurance and gym memberships)
• Education assistance | Build your expertise & abilities with award-winning learning programmes | Long-term career progression

Our culture:

We have four behaviours that make up our ‘Culture in Action' - how we act every day to create a great place to work:

• Aim High - set big goals and achieve together
• Own It - take ownership and be solutions focused
• Be Your Best Self - create the environment we need to thrive
• Make a Difference - seek out ways to have a positive impact

For more details, head to www.arn.com.au and connect with us via Instagram (@arn_media_au) and LinkedIn (LinkedIn / ARN).

ARN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

For individuals with disabilities who need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please contact the People & Culture team at the relevant state office: https://arn.com.au/contact-us/