Lead, Audio Content Publishing & Strategy

Bertelsmann; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Random House Audio in the UK invites applications for Head of Audio Content on a 12-month parental leave cover contract. Reporting to the Publishing Director, you will commission and deliver BBC Audio publishing, shaping a distinctive programme across current BBC output and the archive.

You will line manage one editorial colleague, build strong relationships with BBC and internal teams, use market and audience insights to drive growth, and ensure on-time, commercially viable titles, with

Qualifications

• Strong editorial, commissioning or content experience with commercial instincts.
• Ability to identify and develop publishing opportunities within a large catalogue.
• Excellent project-management and organisational skills.
• Strong relationship-building with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver a distinctive BBC Audio publishing programme across current output and archive.
• Build strong relationships with BBC stakeholders and internal teams to identify opportunities.
• Line manage one editorial colleague, setting priorities and supporting development.
• Use sales performance, market trends and audience insight to inform commissioning decisions and growth.

Skills

Editorial

Relationship management

Commercial awareness

Publishing

Job description

Penguin Random House Audio in the UK invites applications for Head of Audio Content on a 12-month parental leave cover contract. Reporting to the Publishing Director, you will commission and deliver BBC Audio publishing, shaping a distinctive programme across current BBC output and the archive.

You will line manage one editorial colleague, build strong relationships with BBC and internal teams, use market and audience insights to drive growth, and ensure on-time, commercially viable titles, with