SVP, Head of Digital Creative & Editorial (Hybrid & Remote Options Available)

Work Locations: With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, A+E Networks operates on a flexible model that allows for remote, hybrid or full time in office work (in certain locales).

Office locations include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT.

Our list of eligible states in which employees may work remotely includes: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

 

Division StoryThe Marketing division is an in-house, full-service B2C/B2B brand and marketing team of talented, curious and purpose-driven members with diverse skill sets and backgrounds. We work on interesting and varied projects across multiple disciplines. As an employee of A+E Networks, you’ll be part of a global media and entertainment company that values diversity, representation, flexibility and kindness. In fact, Forbes named us one of America’s Best Midsize Employers, and Newsweek included us in their list of America’s Most Loved Workplaces for 2021 and 2022, as well as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2023. If this sounds interesting, read on for more details!

Job Description

SUMMARY:
Reporting to the General Manager, Digital Platforms, SVP, Digital Creative and Editorial will lead all creative and editorial efforts across A+E Networks’ Digital Content & Platforms, including O&O properties (websites and apps) and social platforms (including YouTube). This role oversees the development of original content, repurposing existing library content, and ensuring all digital outputs align with A+E's brand vision, tone, and objectives. The SVP’s primary responsibility is to ensure that A+E Networks’ digital creative, content and editorial aligns with its business objectives and brand/genre strategies, that it engages audiences, and achieves goals in the digital space to meaningfully contribute to company EBIT over the next three years and beyond.

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT:
The SVP will be responsible for setting creative and editorial direction, managing both daily and long-term goals, and overseeing staff and work schedules. They will inspire, motivate, and mentor their team, setting clear daily and annual objectives and goals and fostering accountability for delivering results. They will have an aptitude for operating within both an entrepreneurial and corporate culture and have a clear understanding of the evolving landscape, especially as it relates to media/entertainment, technology and digital media, and an ability to identify opportunistic beats and trends for coverage, features …