Strategic Partnerships Manager, Audio/Podcasting

GDS Group

Strategic Partnerships Manager at AMP Media driving growth in Audio/Podcasting division. Collaborating with various partners to launch and monetize podcasts primarily in sports.

Posted 6/8/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and manage relationships with strategic talent agencies and content/production partners to support the development and launch of new podcast properties.
Support end-to-end execution of new show launches, ensuring alignment across partners and internal stakeholders.
Support the internal AMP Media ad ops team with podcast sales integrations and overall monetization strategy, including go-to-market planning, packaging, and pricing.
Collaborate with internal and external marketing teams to develop and execute campaigns that drive organic audience growth and increase engagement across platforms.
Work closely with internal and external content and production teams to ensure third party production deliverables are met, timelines are maintained, and shows are positioned to grow and retain audiences.
Act as a central hub across partnerships, sales, marketing, and production teams at AMP Media to ensure seamless communication and execution throughout the lifecycle of each show.
Lead ongoing cross-functional coordination across production, ad sales, and partner teams to ensure weekly deliverables, campaign integrations, and show milestones remain on track. Maintain clear timelines, status reporting, and accountability across stakeholders to support successful execution for all podcast properties.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of experience in digital media, podcast operations, sports, account management, strategic partnerships, or a related field
Experience working with external partners (talent, agencies, podcast networks, or brands) on complex multifaceted projects
Strong understanding of evolving creator led digital media landscape
Experience supporting revenue strategy, sales processes, and ad integrations
Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across diverse team

Benefits

Comp & perks

participation in a retirement plan
quarterly and annual incentive plan bonuses
life and disability insurance
health, dental and vision plans
flexible spending accounts
15 paid vacation days
2 paid personal days
9 paid holidays
40 hours of paid sick leave
parental leave
employee stock purchase plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

podcast operationsad integrationsrevenue strategysales processesproject managementcampaign executionaudience growth strategiescontent developmentmonetization strategygo-to-market planning

Soft Skills

relationship managementcollaborationcommunicationorganizational skillsaccountabilitycross-functional coordinationtimelines managementstakeholder engagementproblem-solvinginitiative management