Podcast Manager, Mexico, Spoken Word
POPIS
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Amazon Music is seeking a Podcast Manager to lead our expansion of podcast activity across content operations, programming, editorial, and partner management in Mexico. This role reports to the Head of Spoken Word Operations - NA, LATAM and Spain, based in Los Angeles.
Key job responsibilities
- Drive growth of podcast listening in Mexico by defining and executing strategies to grow local customer acquisition and engagement
- Build and manage relationships with key podcast publishers, including integrated media companies, public/private broadcasters, talent agencies, podcast networks, production companies and top independent content creators
- Negotiate and secure creative cross-promotional campaigns with creators, influencers and networks; track campaigns and perform analyses as needed to monitor effectiveness
- Collaborate with internal central and local cross-functional teams, including Music, Marketing, Product, Finance, Audible and Legal, to align local country efforts with broader business goals
- Build trust with internal and external stakeholders by executing tailored editorial, programming, marketing and sponsorship initiatives that leverage multiple channels within Amazon and raise the profile of Amazon Music in the region
- Identify and communicate trends and new opportunities in the local spoken word industries
- Manage and monitor ongoing original and exclusive content partnerships
ZÁKLADNÍ KVALIFIKACE
- Bilingual, English and Spanish
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of work experience in operations, content partnerships or marketing/promotions
- Self-starter who is customer obsessed, detail oriented, and an enthusiastic team player
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities and create a sense of urgency in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Experience working in cross-cultural and international environments across time zones
PREFEROVANÁ KVALIFIKACE
- Deep understanding of the Mexican spoken word/audio landscape including the publisher and creator ecosystems
- Experience with social media strategy and platforms
- Experience with content management systems, and technical or operational experience working with RSS feeds and content catalogues; tooling development experience a plus
- Exceptional judgment and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential issues and topics
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