Emerging Revenue Director

Company: StarTribune
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: November 19, 2024

Job Description:

DescriptionThe Minnesota Star Tribune is an innovative modern media organization building on an extraordinary 157-year legacy. With seven Pulitzer Prizes and numerous other accolades, we stand as a beacon of journalistic excellence in Minnesota. We are the heart and voice of the North.
Our mission is to build a better Minnesota by connecting us with the people, ideas, and stories that strengthen our communities. We're seeking dynamic leaders who are passionate about journalism and democracy to help shape this future. If you are excited about reinventing one of our state's most trusted institutions and leading us into a new era of growth and excellence, we want to hear from you.
Job Summary:
As the Emerging Revenue Director, you will spearhead the development and growth of new subscriber and consumer revenue streams at the Minnesota Star Tribune. Working collaboratively across sales, marketing, product, brand marketing, and the newsroom, you will lead the ideation, development, and launch of innovative consumer products. You will be responsible for managing the profit and loss (P&L) of new subscriber and consumer growth channels, ensuring financial viability in partnership with the finance team. Your role will focus on expanding subscriber bases and audiences for new products through strategic consumer marketing initiatives to maximize return on investment and lifetime value. Additionally, you will actively seek out opportunities for consumer revenue growth, exploring new revenue streams in collaboration with the broader team.
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• Vet, develop and stand-up new subscriber and consumer revenue lines
  
• Work cross-functionally across sales and marketing, product, brand marketing and the newsroom to develop new consumer products
  
• Own the P&Ls of new subscriber or consumer growth channels, working with finance to ensure the initiatives are financially solvent
  
• Grow subscribers and audiences of new products, leveraging consumer marketing to maximize ROI and LTV
  
• Seek out opportunities for consumer revenue growth, working with the broader team to explore new revenue streams
  
  You Have:
  
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  • 5+ years of experience building subscriber or membership businesses
    
  • Proven track record of developing new revenue lines
    
  • Cross-functional leader that is a strong collaborator and communicator
    
  • Innovative and creative self-starter
    
  • Experience working with B2B products
    
  • Partnership experience a plus
    
    More about the Minnesota Star Tribune
    At the Minnesota Star Tribune, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to their happiness, growth, and well-being. Here's a snapshot of the exceptional benefits we offer:
    
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    • Modern Downtown Office: Enjoy a state-of-the-art workspace with a free fitness center, collaborative center, golf simulator, and a rooftop patio.
      
    • Comprehensive Benefits: Includes commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
      
    • Wellness & Work-Life Balance: Participate in our wellness program with financial incentives, generous paid time off, flexible holidays, one volunteer day, and two wellness days.
      
    • Financial & Family Support: Benefit from a 401(k) with company match, paid parental and caregiving leave, hybrid work arrangements, and tuition reimbursement.
      
    • Additional Perks: Access to an employee assistance program, pet insurance, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
      
      Honored in 2023 with Diversity MBA's inaugural Top 25 Outstanding Leadership and Diversity Impact Awards, we are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
      Equal Opportunity Employer
      Even if you don't meet every single requirement for this role, we encourage you to apply. At the Minnesota Star Tribune, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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      • Immediate Supervisor: Senior Vice President, Consumer Growth
        
        
        
        

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