Newsletters Director

AFAR

Director of newsletters for Afar and Suitcase driving growth, engagement, and monetization strategies. Collaborating across teams to craft compelling newsletter content and strategies.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $135,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate across teams with executive stakeholders in editorial, marketing, and sales to develop and execute data-driven newsletter growth strategies that are consistent with Afar’s editorial mission and excellence.
Work closely with Editor in Chief and Editorial Director (Digital) to brainstorm ideas for our newsletters that help our daily content, tentpoles, and recurring franchises make a splash and have a strong reach and impact on readers.
In collaboration with executive stakeholders, define our measurement and testing strategy.
Oversee newsletter redesigns and strategy evaluations, keeping KPIs at the forefront of planning.
Lead newsletter headline and subject line development to drive smart reader engagement (more consistent habit and repeat loyalty)
In collaboration with the Editorial Director (Digital), sign off on monthly content lineups with an eye to newsletter performance
Work closely with business and sales teams to package and deliver against sponsorships across newsletters.
Identify new growth opportunities and best practices based on emerging digital trends, competitive business intelligence, and consumer insight.
Own the editorial roadmap for newsletters: develop and execute a long-term vision for tone, voice, format innovation, and reader value.
Ensure stylistic consistency across newsletters and maintaining a high bar for quality
With stakeholders, shape ideas for new newsletters and refine existing products
Create must-read products and continually look for opportunities to better engage subscribers through testing compelling subject lines, packaging, and curation.
Experiment with new formats, such as asynchronous and pop-up newsletters
Refine workflows and logistical processes and operations to ensure efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

2-3 years experience as a newsletter director at a media company
Exceptional editorial judgement
Organized and deadline oriented
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach; the ability to build bridges across the organization
Confidence and experience making data-informed editorial decisions. You need to be as comfortable with the numbers and analysis as you are with creating clear, clean, and lively copy.
Deep interest in and commitment to the newsletter form
In-depth knowledge of digital analytics tools and a keen understanding of email KPIs
Ability to clearly articulate and present initiatives to cross-functional teams
Visual instinct a great plus
Deep experience in headline and display writing
Story packaging
Idea development
Organizing and developing content calendars
Attending industry events and meetings
Sharp line editing, copywriting, story shaping, and packaging skills
Meticulous attention to detail and grammar
Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
Is comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Ability to write clear, engaging copy and help others to do the same
Excellent communication skills
Must have a passion for travel, and be interested in conceptualizing new and interesting ways to create travel storytelling

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Travel AFAR is a comprehensive travel media company that inspires, empowers, and enriches travelers who care about meaningful travel experiences. It offers a range of travel guides, trip ideas, and tips for various global destinations, spanning continents such as Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Through its print magazine, podcasts, newsletters, and online articles, AFAR covers diverse travel topics including cultures, cuisine, health and wellness, outdoor adventures, and sustainable travel. The company also collaborates with partners to showcase exclusive travel experiences and destinations, making it a valuable resource for discerning travelers looking to explore the world deeply and responsibly. Newsletters Director Job not on LinkedIn 🔥 18 minutes ago 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $135k - $145k / year ⏰ Full Time 🔴 Lead 👔 Director 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Collaborate across teams with executive stakeholders in editorial, marketing, and sales to develop and execute data-driven newsletter growth strategies that are consistent with Afar’s editorial mission and excellence.
Work closely with Editor in Chief and Editorial Director (Digital) to brainstorm ideas for our newsletters that help our daily content, tentpoles, and recurring franchises make a splash and have a strong reach and impact on readers.
In collaboration with executive stakeholders, define our measurement and testing strategy.
Oversee newsletter redesigns and strategy evaluations, keeping KPIs at the forefront of planning.
Lead newsletter headline and subject line development to drive smart reader engagement (more consistent habit and repeat loyalty)
In collaboration with the Editorial Director (Digital), sign off on monthly content lineups with an eye to newsletter performance
Work closely with business and sales teams to package and deliver against sponsorships across newsletters.
Identify new growth opportunities and best practices based on emerging digital trends, competitive business intelligence, and consumer insight.
Own the editorial roadmap for newsletters: develop and execute a long-term vision for tone, voice, format innovation, and reader value.
Ensure stylistic consistency across newsletters and maintaining a high bar for quality
With stakeholders, shape ideas for new newsletters and refine existing products
Create must-read products and continually look for opportunities to better engage subscribers through testing compelling subject lines, packaging, and curation.
Experiment with new formats, such as asynchronous and pop-up newsletters
Refine workflows and logistical processes and operations to ensure efficiency 🎯 Requirements
2-3 years experience as a newsletter director at a media company
Exceptional editorial judgement
Organized and deadline oriented
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach; the ability to build bridges across the organization
Confidence and experience making data-informed editorial decisions. You need to be as comfortable with the numbers and analysis as you are with creating clear, clean, and lively copy.
Deep interest in and commitment to the newsletter form
In-depth knowledge of digital analytics tools and a keen understanding of email KPIs
Ability to clearly articulate and present initiatives to cross-functional teams
Visual instinct a great plus
Deep experience in headline and display writing
Story packaging
Idea development
Organizing and developing content calendars
Attending industry events and meetings
Sharp line editing, copywriting, story shaping, and packaging skills
Meticulous attention to detail and grammar
Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
Is comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Ability to write clear, engaging copy and help others to do the same
Excellent communication skills
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Hard Skills & Tools

Digital Analytics ToolsEmail KPIsCopywritingStory PackagingLine EditingContent DevelopmentVisual InstinctTesting StrategiesWorkflow RefinementEngaging Copy Creation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaborative ApproachAttention to DetailDeadline Oriented