Senior Vice President Of Content

This is a Full Time Job

Job Purpose
SXSW seeks an experienced Content professional to lead its Content and Experience teams. The Senior Vice President of Content will be responsible for continuously developing the long-term SXSW Content Strategy within the organization and how that intersects with the customer experience. This role plays a crucial role in shaping the future direction of SXSW as a year-round content provider. Ideal candidates will have a strong analytical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholders.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities
include but are not limited to:
• Develop a long-term Content Strategy roadmap that positions SXSW as a thought leader in innovation, music, film, and culture across industries through first- and third-party content.

• Collaborate across departments to define, document, and balance the requirements of multiple stakeholders with the execution of SXSW Content Strategy and Experience.

• Manage the editor-in-chief and vice president of experience to ensure content strategy is represented in multi-channel communications, overall SXSW experience, and first- and third-party content.

• Leverage research findings and strategic goals to prioritize compelling content across all platforms while balancing stakeholder needs.

• Support the end-to-end customer experience in collaboration with the VP of Experience and Technology Group.

• Ensure Content and Experience Teams are meeting target metrics and KPIs.

• Present findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders and the Executive Leadership Team as needed.

Qualificationsand Skills

Qualifications
include:
• A bachelor's degree is required in journalism, communications, digital media, or a related field; a graduate degree is a plus.

• 7 years of relevant experience with demonstrated success managing a content team and working with multimedia and commercial content.

• Demonstrated success in audience development strategies

• An individual who can lead by example in reviewing data and assessing the impact of content.

• Strong analytical skills with an excellent understanding of engagement metrics.

• Results-driven with excellent attention to detail and follow-through.

• Proven ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and under tight deadlines.

Physical Requirements
Frequently required to sit and/or stand for long periods. Manual dexterity is required for keyboard and computer use. This position requires you to stay 14 consecutive days away from home.

Direct Reports
Editor-in-Chief

Vice President of Experience

Work Location & Schedule
SXSW is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are Mon-Fri, 10 am – 6 pm. Remote location may be considered. The hybrid role includes 3 days in the office and 2 remotely for Austin residents. Must be available to work additional hours from January – March, including evenings and weekends.