Managing Director, Writing, Marketing

Managing Director Of Writing

The New York Times is seeking the truth and helping people understand the world through independent journalism. This leadership role is central to our in-house marketing team. You will set the creative vision and drive conceptual thinking for a team of 10+ writers and managers, defining a consistent, distinctive New York Times tone of voice that brings our brand to life across marketing, product, and emerging platforms. You will lead the team through its next chapter, shaping our product writing practice, and continuing experiments with new technologies like Generative A.I. to enhance our creative capabilities. This is a hybrid role based in our New York City headquarters and requires regular in-office attendance each week, per your departmental guidance. You will report to the VP, Creative Marketing.

Responsibilities :

• Establish a clear creative vision for the entire marketing writing team.
• Set the strategic direction and empower team execution.
• Consistently develop talent by proactively coaching, delivering direct feedback, and setting clear expectations.
• Lead the strategy for the team's flexible workforce.
• Define and lead the writing team's strategy for Generative A.I.
• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive content strategies across marketing, brand, and product.
• Establish trusted relationships with senior leaders across marketing, product, the newsroom, brand messaging and strategy teams.
• Act as a key enterprise influencer and an ambassador for the marketing creative team.
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence.

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Preferred Qualifications :

The annual base pay range for this role is between $200,000 $225,000 USD.