Senior Editor, Podcast Editorial
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The role
Spotify is looking for a creative, strategic, and sharp editorial voice to join the US Podcast Editorial team. In this role, you'll lead high-visibility editorial projects end to end, partner cross-functionally as a creative and content expert, and shape how listeners discover and engage with podcasts and emerging formats on Spotify. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with a distinct editorial point of view who operates with independence and thrives at the intersection of creative judgment and platform strategy. This role reports into the Associate Director, Podcast Editorial & Audience Development.
What they’re asking for
- Drive and lead strategic editorial projects from brief through execution and results, including tentpole programming, format testing, and seasonal initiatives
- Write compelling editorial copy and commentary that brings Spotify's editorial voice to life across curated surfaces and promotional moments
- Partner cross-functionally as a creative and content expert across workstreams spanning product, personalization, and marketing
- Own curation of high-complexity or high-visibility editorial surfaces, maintaining quality, cultural relevance, and freshness
- Collaborate with Partnerships to develop strategies that grow creator audiences on platform
- Represent Editorial's perspective in cross-functional working groups and planning conversations
- Identify cultural moments, content trends, and audience opportunities that can be translated into compelling programming across audio and video formats
- Collaborate with data and analytics teams to inform editorial strategy and measure impact
- 5+ years of experience in editorial, content strategy, or audience development within media, digital, or audio
- An exceptional writer and editor with a sharp voice and the ability to craft copy that resonates with diverse audiences
- A strong editorial point of view paired with the ability to translate creative instincts into strategic plans
- Proven ability to lead complex projects independently and drive them to measurable outcomes
- Skilled cross-functional collaborator who can partner effectively with product, marketing, and technical teams
- Deep knowledge of the podcast and audio/video landscape, including creators, publishers, formats, and audience trends
- Curious and proactive about emerging tools and technology, including AI, and how they can amplify editorial work
- Comfortable working with data to inform decisions and demonstrate editorial impact
- A sharp cultural antenna with genuine enthusiasm for connecting audiences with voices and content they'll love
- This role is based in Los Angeles.
- We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home.
- We ask that you come into the office 2–3 days per week.
Original source
Posted by Spotify via Company job board. Details, salary and deadlines can change at any moment — always trust the employer’s page over ours.
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