Sen R Product Development & Design, Franchise Development

Job Description

We are looking for a dynamic Senior Design & Consumer Products PD Lead to join our Franchise/IP Development team which is responsible for establishing Wondery as a driving force in creating, cultivating, and monetizing podcast brands.

This role is responsible for end to end creative execution. This includes developing and pitching innovative designs, managing IP product development, and overseeing the creation and execution of marketing assets and campaigns. Your goal is to effectively translate Wondery IP into brand-appropriate extensions. As the ideal candidate, you are both creative and commercial savvy, with impeccable taste, a finger on the pulse of pop culture, and the ability to think analytically and creatively. You are an innovator who is always looking ahead, learns from the past, and is dedicated to being at the forefront of fan experience. You will represent the fan perspective throughout the creative process – ensuring that the fans experience beyond the podcast (e.g., podcast merchandise, Consumer Products, Collaborations, Publishing, live events and digital experiences, etc.) truly delight and exceed expectations – and driving the business to new frontiers. Reporting to the Chief Brand Officer, you'll work with internal teams (e.g., Content, Marketing, Research, Product), podcast creators, and external partners to support and advance Wondery's IP in the dynamic podcast industry. An entrepreneurial mindset, adaptability, and comfort with ambiguity are crucial for this role.

About the team
Wondery, an Amazon company, is a premium podcast studio known for character-driven, binge-worthy stories including Dr. Death, British Scandal, Even the Rich and Business Wars, as well as distribution of hit partner shows MrBallen, Morbid, and How I Built This. Wondery was behind six of the ''Top 25 New Shows of 2023'' (according to Podtrac) and is the #3 podcast network in the US (according to Podtrac and Triton) including Exposed, Ghost Story, Stolen Hearts, MrBallen's Medical Mysteries, Frozen Head, and Spellcaster. 54 shows from Wondery have hit #1 on Apple Podcasts. Many Wondery podcasts have been adapted for scripted television or streaming series, including Dr. Death and Joe vs Carole on Peacock and The Shrink Next Door and WeCrashed on Apple TV+. Wondery has gained critical acclaim and commercial success for its immersive approach to sonic, emotionally driven storytelling. The Wondery app offers a unique, personalized, podcast-first listening experience, including access to its premium offering Wondery+. With Wondery+, fans get a premium listening experience, including exclusive podcasts, early access to new episodes of hit shows, ad-free listening, merch discounts, live streamed events, and more.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of driving compelling creative strategy and execution at an agency or in-house creative team experience
- Bachelor's degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Keynote
- Experience developing cross-functional relationships with product, consumer research and marketing teams to develop strategy and consumer insights that drive compelling creative executions
- Experience leading creative development of innovative creative from concept to delivery
- Experience managing creative (internal team of designers, copywriters, external agencies and freelancers)
- Experience presenting creative concepts effectively to senior executives
- Experience managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $127,100/year in our lowest geographic market up to $210,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g6oz10-3-143-244-244-42 in your application.