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Dow Jones is seeking an Audience Development Manager to join our Consumer Subscriptions team. In this role, you will be responsible for growing the reach, engagement and subscription impact of Dow ...

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Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

FOX 32 is seeking an Audience Development Manager to spearhead the growth and engagement strategies for digital platforms, optimizing content distribution and user experience to bolster viewership ...

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Audience Manager The Audience Manager for NEWSWELL Chicago is a strategic, datadriven and ... Partner with membership and development teams to help plan and execute digital campaigns, including ...

Strategist, Audience Development

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$85K - $98K/yr

Manage search projects from start to finish. * Work with external partners to establish and ... You've developed audience strategies focused on un/structured data, entity authority, semantic and ...

Manager, Audience Growth

New York, NY · Hybrid

$88K - $106K/yr

... 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 ...

Manager, Audience Growth

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$88K - $106K/yr

... 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 ...

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How much do audience development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for audience development manager in the United States is $71,527.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,500.00 and $93,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an audience development manager?

To thrive as an Audience Development Manager, you generally need experience in digital marketing, analytics, content strategy, and audience segmentation, often supported by a degree in marketing, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Google Analytics, social media management platforms, email marketing systems, and CRM software is typically required. Outstanding communication, creativity, and analytical thinking help professionals excel in engaging diverse audiences and collaborating across teams. These skills are crucial for growing and retaining a targeted audience, which directly impacts an organization’s reach and success.

What are the most common challenges faced by audience development managers in their day-to-day work?

Audience Development Managers often face challenges such as keeping up with rapidly changing audience preferences, adapting strategies to multiple platforms, and effectively measuring the impact of their initiatives. Balancing short-term growth goals with long-term audience loyalty requires creative thinking and data-driven decision-making. Collaborating with content creators, marketing teams, and external partners also demands strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Overcoming these challenges can be highly rewarding by driving meaningful engagement and supporting the overall growth of the organization.

What does an audience development manager do?

An Audience Development Manager focuses on growing and engaging an organization's audience across various platforms. They use data analysis, content strategy, and marketing techniques to attract new users while retaining existing ones. Their role often involves SEO, social media management, email campaigns, and partnerships to optimize audience reach. They collaborate with content creators, marketers, and analysts to refine strategies based on performance metrics. The goal is to increase audience engagement, loyalty, and overall brand visibility.

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Audience Development Manager

Dow Jones & Company, Inc.

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Dow Jones rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 19 rated publishing


Job description

Job Description:
About the Role:
Dow Jones is seeking an Audience Development Manager to join our Consumer Subscriptions team. In this role, you will be responsible for growing the reach, engagement and subscription impact of Dow Jones media properties, including The Wall Street Journal, Barron's and MarketWatch. The ideal candidate will be able to identify audience demand, translate that demand into scalable growth opportunities, and work cross-functionally with Product and Newsroom teams to turn audience initiatives into measurable business outcomes. Success will be measured by the ability to grow qualified audiences, deepen engagement, and connect audience development work to registrations, subscriptions and long-term customer value.
You Will:
  • Platform Audience Growth: Drive audience development and subscription growth across a diverse platform ecosystem, including video, audio, social, LLM surfaces, app stores, and search. Identify how each platform can expand qualified reach, build habitual engagement, and create scalable pathways to registration and subscription, while overseeing key growth partnerships including SEO consulting support.
  • Subscription Funnel Development: Translate audience reach into subscription outcomes by connecting audience initiatives to registration, newsletter signup, engagement, and conversion.
  • Cross-Functional Execution: Partner closely with Product, Newsroom, and Acquisition teams to scope, prioritize and execute audience growth initiatives across brands and platforms.
  • Performance Tracking and Reporting: Define and track KPIs to measure the success of audience development initiatives. Provide regular reporting and insights to stakeholders, highlighting progress, surfacing risks and recommending optimizations.
  • Roadmap and Stakeholder Management: Help maintain shared roadmaps, coordinate workstreams and ensure audience goals are translated into actionable plans across multiple teams and brands.

You Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field or equivalent experience preferred. Advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in audience development, digital marketing, or a related role within the media or publishing industry.
  • Proven track record of driving audience growth and engagement through strategic initiatives and partnerships.
  • Strong understanding of digital marketing principles, content distribution strategies, and audience segmentation.
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams, including Product and Newsroom, to execute audience development strategies.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and stakeholders concurrently.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence key stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of the media landscape, including emerging trends and platforms, is highly desirable.
  • Passion for journalism, news, and staying informed about current events.

Our Benefits
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plans
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
  • Education Benefits
  • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Family Care Benefits
  • Commuter Transit Program
  • Subscription Discounts
  • Employee Referral Program

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets
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Business Area:
Dow Jones - Marketing
Job Category:
Marketing & Product Management
Union Status:
Non-Union role
Base Pay Range: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00
We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.
For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.
For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

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