Senior Content Partnerships Manager - Podcast

Australian Radio Network; Victoria; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated leasing

Superannuation

Birthday leave

Parental leave

Charity leave

Bonus leave

Discounts on entertainment

Education programs

Career progression

Job summary

Australian Radio Network (ARN) is seeking a commercially savvy senior Partnerships professional to drive revenue across an assigned podcast slate and deliver premium solutions. You will turn briefs into integrated campaigns, partner with creators and internal teams, and develop compelling sales collateral to strengthen show positioning and audience impact.

With 5+ years in media or partnerships, you will own the end-to-end commercial process and champion ARN's portfolio across the entertainment

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ media, partnerships or creative strategy experience with podcast knowledge.
• Proven ability to deliver revenue targets and premium partnership solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management with creators, producers, and senior commercial leaders.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth across an assigned podcast portfolio by developing premium commercial solutions.
• Own commercialization of the podcast slate, meeting revenue targets and identifying new opportunities.
• Turn briefs into creative, commercially viable campaigns aligned with audience and creators.
• Partner closely with podcast creators, iHeart Partnerships and commercial teams throughout the commercial process.
• Lead brainstorms and develop proactive ideas and integrated opportunities across the wider entertainment ecosystem.
• Manage creator and brand approvals for podcast integrations.
• Develop compelling sales collateral and market narratives to strengthen show positioning.
• Champion the podcast portfolio internally, becoming the go-to expert on what works for the shows, their creators and listeners.

Skills

Revenue growth

Partnerships

Creative thinking

Stakeholder management

Podcast/media knowledge

Job description

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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/