Senior Director, Ad Product

Summary

Join Axios, a leading media company, as the Senior Director, Head of Ad Product. This critical role will lead the strategy and evolution of Axios's ad product portfolio, driving product innovation and revenue growth. You will build and execute a comprehensive ad product strategy, manage a team, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses 12+ years of ad product development experience in media and publishing, a passion for innovation, and a proven track record of leadership. Axios offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

• 12+ years of ad product development experience in the media and publishing industry
• Ability to manage a product portfolio and prioritize short and long-term priorities
• Experience managing and developing product managers, art directors, and/or designers
• Passion for innovation, new ideas, and product transformation
• Experience contributing to and scaling products for a news or media organization
• Proven track record as a leader in building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment
• Deep understanding of the media and advertising ecosystem
• Collaborative and strategic mindset
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Comfort driving candid conversations and hard prioritization decisions
• Track record of working with and influencing high-level internal stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Build and execute a comprehensive ad product strategy, vision, and roadmap, including monetization milestones and targets
• Take a lead role in elevating industry awareness of Axios ad product portfolio, growing its position as a leader in this space and staying ahead of evolving media trends
• Maintain forward-looking expertise on the demands of the advertising market and where it’s headed
• Drive a clear view of the Axios ad product competitive advantage
• As product suite owner, drive product concepts from inception to launch, including conceptualizing, designing, and project managing
• Utilize data to execute data-driven product strategies that connect market demand and product performance
• With a focus on quality and results, manage the health of the ad product suite – launching, optimizing, and refreshing products as needed
• Effectively collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (including product marketing, operations, sales, and product & design teams) to drive product success
• Cultivate a high-performance team and nurture a culture where top talent thrives and diverse perspectives are valued

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield network
• Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan option
• Dental and vision coverage
• Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
• Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
• One mental health day per quarter
• Annual learning and development stipend
• $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
• Tele-mental health services through Headspace
• OneMedical membership, including tele-health services
• Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate
• Inclusive fertility, hormonal health and family forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
• Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies
• Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
• Virtual company-sponsored social events
• A strong and positive work environment
• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture