Director of LinkedIn Pulse Digital Platform

Quick Facts

• Role: Director of LinkedIn Pulse Digital Platform

Description

Lead an insights-driven editorial platform on LinkedIn Pulse, owning editorial strategy and the platform’s content vision. Partner with data science or research teams to transform proprietary data into narrative long-form stories. Commission, edit, and scale high-performing content while building an editorial voice through platform launches or relaunches.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute editorial strategy for a digital thought leadership platform
• Lead commissioning and editing of long-form editorial content at scale
• Collaborate with data science or research teams to create data-driven narratives
• Manage and develop an editorial/digital media team
• Present and influence VP or C-suite stakeholders on editorial direction and platform strategy
• Build and grow the platform’s editorial voice through launch or relaunch

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in editorial leadership, digital publishing, or content strategy
• 5+ years managing an editorial or digital media team
• BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience commissioning and editing 50+ long-form pieces annually
• Direct experience partnering with data science or research teams; 3+ shipped examples
• Managed 3+ editors or writers
• Platform-building experience including at least one launch or relaunch
• Experience influencing VP/C-suite stakeholders on strategy

Benefits

• Pay range: $185,000–$290,000
• Total compensation may include annual performance bonus, stock, benefits, and/or other incentive plans