Content Manager

• Do you have a big heart for stories?
• Do you love podcasts and do you have the creative and strategic mindset to bring them to life?
• At Podimo, we are on a mission to deliver high-quality audio stories to listeners
• In this role, you shape the Dutch podcasting landscape, by managing content investments into existing and new productions with the industry’s top studios and creators
• You will be part of the content team of eight people at one of the largest podcasting companies in the Netherlands, and work closely with creators and production partners to contribute to the growth of our platform
• You will be responsible for a portfolio of commissioned titles, overseeing them from the initial spark of an idea to commissioning the production, evaluating the performance and beyond
• You will source and commission original podcasts and acquire exclusive content that resonates with our target audiences. You’ll assess inbound pitches and provide the editorial sparring needed to develop new hits
• Building strong relationships is at the heart of what we do. You will collaborate with independent creators, production studios, and agents, ensuring we make the most out of our partnerships. You’ll provide direction to our partners and establish a valuable feedback loop that aligns their creativity with our shared goals
• Working with the Market Director of Content, you will help shape our content strategy in line with trends across podcasting and wider entertainment. You’ll analyze data to maximize show performance, making editorial and commercial decisions that turn casual listeners into loyal fans
• You will pro-actively propose content investments into new shows and support your advice with solid forecasts of their commercial performance and a clear outline of the creative approach
• You will work with our local Activation and Marketing team and to ensure they have the right information to promote and activate the content you acquire. You will also work with our local Business Affairs team, who will be responsible for carrying out negotiations with external partners and the contracting process
• You will handle the essential administrative side of your portfolio, from contract management to performance tracking, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes
• The role is based out of our offices in Amsterdam and reports directly to our Market Director of Content

Benefits

• Flexibility & Well-being: Flexible hours and remote work options to support work-life balance
• Supportive Culture: Unlimited child sick days, free online therapy sessions, and a collaborative, high-performing environment
• Performance, Learning & Development: Access to resources to help you thrive and build your career within a high-growth, dynamic company
• Equity Participation: All employees have the opportunity to benefit from company growth through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Parental Leave: Up to six months of fully paid parental leave for all new parents- You have strong project and production management skills. You are able to translate audience preferences into concrete initiatives to launch new podcasts and find and guide the right partners to get these off the ground
• You excel at working with creators. You have experience managing talent, agents, or production partners and can give constructive feedback in a way that fosters trust and improvement
• Strong communication skills in Dutch (fluent) and English, both written and verbal
• You bring a minimum of five years of relevant experience in the media, audio, or entertainment industry. You have a solid background in content development or a relevant commercial role within the media
• You are not afraid of picking up the phone and persuading well-known creators that podcasting is a big opportunity and our platform is the best environment to do so
• Naturally, being passionate and knowledgeable about podcasts, audio content, media, and entertainment is a big plus! So if you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply- We are reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible
• The process typically involves a short screening, a initial conversation, a case assignment, and a final round with the team