Director, Publishing Editorial

Job Description

The Director, Publishing Editorial is responsible for the commercial success, audience growth, editorial direction and people management of the group of publications. This is a senior leadership role with a group of B2B publications, owning the day to day business operations and growth KPIs to ensure the group profitability, market position, and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities 

In this opportunity as a Director, Publishing Editorial, you will be responsible for

• Business & Revenue Management 
  • Achieves or exceeds the financial targets and performance metrics

• • Works closely with the sales team on all revenue streams including subscriptions, advertising, licensing, and digital initiatives
  • Develop a clear growth strategy for the print, web and digital properties across APAC

• Advertising & Sales
  • Develop pricing strategies and advertising packages with head of department
• Editorial & Content Strategy
  • Manage the Editorial team to align editorial vision with business objectives
  • Ensure editorial quality supports brand positioning and reader loyalty
• Digital & Audience Development
  • Oversee digital strategy, including website, mobile apps, social media, and e-commerce
  • Responsible for the maintenance and upgrade of websites, social media, and all media products
• Staff Leadership & Management
  • Manage and develop the group of employees
• Marketing & Brand Building 
  • Oversee brand marketing and promotional campaigns 
• Strategic Planning 
  • Develop 3-5 year strategic plans aligned with company objectives 

Required Qualifications 

You are an ideal fit for the Director, Publishing Editorial role if your experience includes

• 15+ years of media/publishing experience, with 5+ years in a publisher or senior commercial role, 5+ years in a people management role 

• Proven track record of revenue growth and P&L management

• Deep understanding of magazine publishing economics (print, digital, hybrid models) and website technologies and design. 

• Experience with audience development, circulation, and subscription strategies

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Understanding of editorial operations and journalism principles

• Knowledge of advertising sales and media planning

• Financial acumen with ability to read, interpret, and manage budgets

• Strategic thinking and business development capabilities

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience at a multi-platform media company (print, digital, video, podcasts)

• Background in audience analytics and data interpretation

• Experience with subscription and membership models

• Knowledge of media technology and publishing platforms

• Experience launching or revitalizing publications

• International media or regional media expansion experience

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