Full-Time

Product Manager

Posted on 11/13/2024

Newsweek

Newsweek

501-1,000 employees

Global news magazine providing in-depth analysis

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$120k - $130kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
UI/UX Design
Product Management
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, business, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • 3+ years of experience in product management, preferably in a media or technology company.
  • Proven track record of delivering technically successful products that solve customer problems and create business value.
  • Strong ability to work closely with engineering teams, understanding technical constraints and leveraging them to drive timely, efficient delivery.
  • Deep knowledge of agile methodologies, product development lifecycle, and user-centered design principles, with a technical perspective.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams.
  • Passionate about technology, innovation, and customer satisfaction, with a focus on staying up to date with industry advancements.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented, with a growth mindset and a willingness to learn and build technical knowledge.
Responsibilities
  • Define and communicate the product vision, strategy, and roadmap with a focus on technical feasibility and innovation.
  • Partner with the UX team to conduct user research, market analysis, and competitive benchmarking to identify and validate customer needs and opportunities, ensuring alignment with product goals and strategy.
  • Collaborate with engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality features and user experiences.
  • Prioritize and manage the product backlog and roadmap, balancing user value, business goals, and technical feasibility.
  • Write clear and concise user stories, acceptance criteria, and product specifications.
  • Analyze and measure product performance and KPIs to continuously optimize user experience, customer satisfaction, and use data-driven insights to guide product decisions and improvements.
  • Continuously monitor and analyze market trends, customer behavior, and competitor activity to identify new opportunities and threats, and technical advancements in the industry.
  • Plan and execute product launches, including all testing, documentation, and working with the appropriate team on marketing campaigns.
  • Work closely with the audience development, editorial, ad operations, sales, and marketing teams to develop and execute go-to-market strategies.
  • Collaborate with the customer support team to ensure that customer feedback is incorporated into the product development process.
  • Hold regular meetings with key stakeholders during product development and send weekly updates to extended stakeholders to keep everyone informed.
  • Present product updates, roadmaps, and performance metrics to executives and stakeholders.
  • Mentor and coach junior product managers and other team members to help them grow and develop their skills.

Newsweek provides in-depth coverage and analysis of significant global events through its print and digital platforms. With over 80 years of experience, it offers readers a unique perspective on world affairs, helping them understand the context behind major news stories. Newsweek publishes both a U.S. edition and an International edition, which caters to various regions including Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific, along with language-specific editions for countries like Japan, Korea, and Latin America. Unlike many competitors, Newsweek maintains a strong presence in print across 68 territories while also providing continuous online updates at newsweek.com. The goal of Newsweek is to inform and guide its readers through the complexities of a rapidly changing world.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1933

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What critics are saying

  • Declining trust in media could impact Newsweek's readership and advertising revenue.
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What makes Newsweek unique

  • Newsweek offers both print and digital editions, catering to diverse reader preferences.
  • The magazine provides in-depth analysis on global issues, setting it apart from competitors.
  • Newsweek's international editions expand its reach across multiple regions and languages.

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