Principal Product Manager

Principal Product Manager Overview

The Economist Group is seeking a Principal Product Manager to lead the Audio & Video product strategy. This senior, hands-on position is pivotal in shaping a key product area that enhances our subscription offerings. The successful candidate will work closely with various teams to launch innovative formats and features that engage and retain our subscribers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Audio & Video product strategy, focusing on enhancing subscription value.
• Establish and manage the roadmap for audio and video offerings, including podcasts, audio narration, and long-form video shows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Editorial, Marketing, Engineering, and Analytics to ensure successful product launches.
• Utilize data, user research, and experimentation to inform product decisions and strategy.
• Drive engagement and retention initiatives for audio and video formats, helping subscribers derive more value from their subscriptions.
• Work closely with Engineering to enhance platform capabilities, including streaming performance and content delivery integrations with platforms like Acast, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.
• Partner with Editorial teams to create new content formats and optimize the user experience for subscribers.

Requirements

• Proven experience in launching audio or video product features within consumer applications or digital platforms.
• Ability to lead a lean, cross-functional team from concept to launch, demonstrating strategic thinking and roadmap development.
• Strong understanding of subscriber engagement and retention metrics related to audio and video content.
• Experience in defining success metrics, conducting experiments, and leveraging data for decision-making.
• Familiarity with editorial processes and the ability to navigate their constraints and priorities.
• Knowledge of audio product features such as in-app and web players, podcast hosting, and distribution channels.
• Experience with video products, including video on demand (VOD), live events, and cross-device playback.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan.
• Private health insurance coverage.
• 24/7 access to counseling and wellbeing resources through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Work From Anywhere program allowing up to 25 days of remote work per year.
• Generous annual leave and parental leave policies.
• Dedicated days off for volunteering and moving home.
• Complimentary access to all content from The Economist, including online subscriptions and apps.

This role is based in the UK and operates on a hybrid working model, requiring team members to be in the office at least three days a week. The Economist Group is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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