Hearst Television Inc

Manager, Audience Growth

Hearst Television Inc$88K — $106K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in audience development, growth marketing, CRM, or digital marketing
  • Proven success in growing first-party data through registration and email acquisition
  • Proficient with analytics tools and campaign reporting (e.g., Google Analytics, Looker, Sailthru)
  • Familiarity with paid media strategy and lifecycle marketing is a plus
  • Strong communication skills to translate data into actionable insights
  • Highly analytical, creative, and collaborative with a test-and-learn mindset
  • Requires in-office presence 4 days per week in NYC

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute data-informed strategies for audience growth via email and SMS
  • Drive paid media efforts to increase reach and lifetime value
  • Identify opportunities to expand and retain high-value audiences
  • Collaborate with teams to optimize user journeys and conversion paths
  • Enhance lead generation tools to maximize registration and engagement
  • Own reporting and dashboards for tracking performance
  • Lead A/B testing and experimentation to improve funnel performance

Benefits

  • Collaborate with industry-leading professionals across various sectors
  • Access to innovative training programs and exclusive industry events
  • Flexible hybrid work to balance personal and professional life
  • Employee Resource Groups to foster inclusivity
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1
  • Competitive financial perks, such as a 401(k) plan with company match
Full Job Description
Job Description

Manager, Audience Growth

Overview (Be Part of What's Next)
We're looking for an Audience Growth Manager to accelerate first-party data growth and audience engagement across our iconic portfolio of brands. You'll lead high-impact initiatives that convert casual readers into known users and loyal subscribers-powering smarter marketing across email, SMS, and beyond. If you thrive at the intersection of strategy, experimentation, and execution, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)
  • Develop and execute data-informed strategies to grow first-party audiences across email and SMS
  • Drive paid media efforts in collaboration with Growth Marketing to increase reach and lifetime value
  • Identify and prioritize opportunities to expand and retain high-value audiences aligned with subscription, commerce, and advertising goals
  • Collaborate with Lifecycle, Newsletter, Editorial, and Product teams to optimize user journeys and conversion paths
  • Enhance on-site lead generation tools and placements to maximize registration and engagement
  • Own reporting and dashboards to track acquisition, engagement, and conversion performance
  • Lead A/B testing and experimentation to improve funnel performance and channel effectiveness
  • Bring new ideas to the table, test them rapidly, and formalize successful strategies into scalable best practices

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)
  • 5+ years of experience in audience development, growth marketing, CRM, or digital marketing
  • Demonstrated success growing first-party data through registration and email acquisition
  • Skilled in analytics tools and campaign reporting (e.g., Google Analytics, Looker, Sailthru)
  • Understanding of paid media strategy and lifecycle marketing a plus
  • Strong communication skills and ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights
  • Highly analytical, creative, and collaborative with a test-and-learn mindset
  • Hybrid role based in NYC; in-office presence required 4 days per week

What We Offer
  • Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
  • Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
  • Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
  • Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
  • Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
  • Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

Compensation
The base salary for this role is between $88,000 - $106,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

About Hearst Television Inc

Hearst Television Inc is a broadcasting company that owns and operates 33 television stations in the United States. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in New York City. Hearst Television is a subsidiary of Hearst Communications, which is one of the largest diversified media and information companies in the world. The company's stations reach approximately 21 million households across the United States, making it one of the largest television station groups in the country. Hearst Television's stations are affiliated with major broadcast networks such as ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX.
Learn more about Hearst Television Inc
Size
3,500 employees
Industry
Founded
1997

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