VP, Podcasting Sales (Hybrid)

Work Locations:With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, A+E Global Media 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 StoryOur mission is to be different, diversified, and necessary. And to make money (put another way, to monetize the content by all A+E Global Media and platforms). We are a sales force that represents a portfolio of innovative culture brands and dynamic advertising solutions. The strength of our portfolio is how we can speak to a wide range of audience interests, connect with original creative storytelling and through multiple always-on distribution touchpoints, deliver a premium, safe environment for advertisers. We pride ourselves on reliable, accountable, and best-in-class service. If this sounds like you, we'd like you to be one of us.Job DescriptionTHE ROLEThe Vice President, Podcast Sales will be responsible for building and leading A+E Global Media's podcast advertising and sponsorship business, developing a scalable commercial strategy that drives revenue across A+E's growing podcast portfolio. This leader will establish the go-to-market strategy, develop advertiser and agency relationships, create compelling podcast advertising and sponsorship solutions, and work closely with the broader Media Solutions sales organization to bring podcast opportunities to market. The role will oversee the full commercial lifecycle-from packaging, pricing, and business development through revenue management, advertiser partnerships, and campaign performance. Success requires an entrepreneurial sales leader with deep knowledge of the podcast and digital audio marketplace who can build a business, cultivate senior client relationships, and translate A+E's brands, talent, content, and audiences into differentiated advertising opportunities.MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'LL DOBuild the Podcast Sales Business * Develop and execute the commercial and go-to-market strategy for A+E Global Media's podcast portfolio. * Establish revenue goals, business plans, pricing, inventory strategy, and scalable sales processes in partnership with Sales Leadership and Revenue Management. * Develop sellable podcast products including host-read endorsements, sponsorships, branded content, dynamic ad inventory, and integrated partnerships. * Identify opportunities to combine podcasts with A+E's broader digital, social, video, branded content, and live event offerings. * Help evaluate new podcast opportunities through a commercial lens, identifying advertiser demand, category opportunities, and revenue potential.Drive Revenue Growth * Build a sustainable pipeline of podcast advertising and sponsorship opportunities across brands and agencies. * Personally lead high-value and strategic opportunities while enabling the broader Media Solutions sales organization to sell podcast solutions. * Develop relationships with agency audio teams, investment leads, brand marketers, and other key decision-makers. * Create multi-show, cross-platform, and longer-term partnerships that extend beyond individual podcast campaigns. * Own revenue forecasting, pipeline management, and achievement of annual podcast revenue goals.Develop Innovative Client Solutions * Translate advertiser objectives into customized podcast solutions leveraging hosts, talent, content, audiences, and A+E intellectual property. * Partner with Marketing, Research, Client Solutions, Content, Production, and other teams to develop diff