Director of Label (Dag en Nacht) - Podimo

Director of Label (Dag en Nacht)
We are one of the fastest-growing podcast and audiobook platforms in Europe and we are now looking for a Director for our Label 'Dag en Nacht'.
Come and join us on our journey to enrich lives through listening.

This is the role
The Director of Label (Dag en Nacht) will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the studio's operations, including content development, audience growth, and revenue generation. This role requires a strategic leader with a deep understanding of the podcasting landscape and a strong business acumen, that is able to strike the right balance between the necessities of the budget and the aspiration of developing truly inspiring audio formats. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing successful media projects and a vision for the future of podcasting.

Your main responsibilities in this role:
Leadership and Strategy:

• Develop and execute the overall strategy for the podcast studio, aligning with Podimo’s global goals and vision.
• Ensure operations and the decision processes are aligned with global guidelines and executed at a high level across the D&N teams
• Partner with subscription team to ensure they are getting the value they need in the short term - through direct commissioning, and long term - through future successes
• Own the Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility for D&N, ensuring financial targets are met or exceeded.
• Act as the face of the organization to creators and advertisers

Content Development:

• Guide the editorial team to ensure they are producing high-quality, engaging podcast content across various genres within the constraints of the budget
• Develop guidelines for creator participation, including the optimization of audience activation and sponsorships
• Ensure the content portfolio aligns with audience interests and market trends.
• Decision owner for content greenlights and renewals
• Own relationship with Podimo GM to ensure shows developed for Podimo are meeting the needs of the subscription business

Audience Development:

• Ensure audience targets are being met within the constraints of the budget, through innovative marketing and distribution strategies.
• Utilize data and analytics to understand audience behavior and preferences, and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Foster community engagement and build a loyal listener base.

Revenue Generation:

• Own revenue targets and ensure the sales team is maximizing the monetization of the show audiences
• Take input from the sales team on challenges and execute against necessary editorial or audience development changes to meet sales goals.
• Ensure creators are playing their role in achieving optimal CPMs
• Own relationship with Podimo GM and ensure commissioning and production revenue targets are being met.

Operations

• Ensure operations teams develop efficient workflows and processes and forecasting are as rigorous as necessary for budget and planning.

Experience we’re looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Media, Communications, Business, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 6-10 years of experience in media, broadcasting, or digital content production, with a significant portion in podcasting.
• Proven track record of managing successful media projects and leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of the podcasting industry, including content trends, audience behaviors, and monetization strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Passion for storytelling and a deep appreciation for the podcast medium.
• Fluency in Dutch and English is a requirement.

Naturally, being passionate and knowledgeable about podcasts, audio content, media, and entertainment is a big plus!

These are the benefits

• Up to six months of fully paid parental leave for all new parents - no matter how you identify or where in the world you live
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) for all employees, no matter where in the world you live.
• Learning and personal development opportunities to help you thrive and enrich your skills in a fast-paced creator economy.
• Opportunity to work flexible hours and remote opportunities.
• The chance to make an impact at an international company and see your work pay off immediately.
• Free online therapy sessions through We.Care
• Delicious lunch with great colleagues.

This is the hiring process
First things first: we ask you to submit your CV or provide a link to your LinkedIn profile. Sharing your motivation for the job is highly appreciated, but not expected. If we pick your application to continue to the interview stage, this is how we plan to run the interview process:

• A short phone or video screening
• First interview with the hiring manager
• Case session with the primary stakeholders
• Final interview with the hiring manager

We might change it up to make sure it makes sense. Our main focus is to run an efficient and enjoyable interview process. We will conduct interviews on an ongoing basis and the preferred starting date is as soon as possible.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Podimo is an equal opportunity employer, and we believe in equal opportunities for all in our workplace. We don’t discriminate based on race, colour, religion, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age or political orientation, no matter where we operate.

This is us
Founded in Copenhagen in 2019, Podimo is a platform for podcast and audiobook lovers as well as audio content creators. Our app puts a world of podcasts and audiobooks at your fingertips. Our revenue-sharing model rewards creators for making content that people want to hear – whether they have an established following or a niche audience.

We're a courageous and curious bunch. We recognize the value every individual brings, and respect our coworkers’ ideas, opinions, and time. We approach our work with integrity and humility, and believe that we are better together. We have zero time for sharp elbows and big egos.
We’re fiercely passionate about discovering, creating, and obsessing over great stories. We support our creators deeply, and have massive respect for their process as we help them bring their most exciting ideas and stories to life. We love what we do, but more importantly, we have a good time doing it.

We seek to build a company and culture that mirrors the diversity of the world we’re living in. This means; diversity of talent, voices, ideas, and thoughts. That goes both for our brand, our content, our creators, and our teams.

You are welcome at Podimo for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what stories you have playing in your headphones.

Department Content Locations Amsterdam Remote status Temporarily Remote Employment type Full-time