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Senior Editor, Podcast Editorial

Spotify · Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

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About Spotify

Spotify is a digital music service that gives you access to millions of songs. Backed by Accel, Kleiner Perkins and Norwest.

About the role

Spotify is looking for a creative, strategic, and sharp editorial voice to join the US Podcast Editorial team. In this role, you'll lead high-visibility editorial projects end to end, partner cross-functionally as a creative and content expert, and shape how listeners discover and engage with podcasts and emerging formats on Spotify.

What they're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in editorial, content strategy, or audience development within media, digital, or audio
  • An exceptional writer and editor with a sharp voice and the ability to craft copy that resonates with diverse audiences
  • A strong editorial point of view paired with the ability to translate creative instincts into strategic plans
  • Proven ability to lead complex projects independently and drive them to measurable outcomes
  • Skilled cross-functional collaborator who can partner effectively with product, marketing, and technical teams
  • Deep knowledge of the podcast and audio/video landscape, including creators, publishers, formats, and audience trends
More about this role

Spotify is looking for a creative, strategic, and sharp editorial voice to join the US Podcast Editorial team. In this role, you'll lead high-visibility editorial projects end to end, partner cross-functionally as a creative and content expert, and shape how listeners discover and engage with podcasts and emerging formats on Spotify. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with a distinct editorial point of view who operates with independence and thrives at the intersection of creative judgment and platform strategy. This role reports into the Associate Director, Podcast Editorial & Audience Development.

  • Drive and lead strategic editorial projects from brief through execution and results, including tentpole programming, format testing, and seasonal initiatives
  • Write compelling editorial copy and commentary that brings Spotify's editorial voice to life across curated surfaces and promotional moments
  • Partner cross-functionally as a creative and content expert across workstreams spanning product, personalization, and marketing
  • Own curation of high-complexity or high-visibility editorial surfaces, maintaining quality, cultural relevance, and freshness
  • Collaborate with...

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