PpAre you obsessed with music culture and how it plays out across social? Do you know what great looks like on every platform, and how to scale it across markets without losing what makes it land? Can you lead teams, shape strategy and still obsess over the details? /p pIf so, you might be the bAssociate Editorial Director /b we’re looking for. /p pThis is a senior, hands‑on leadership role overseeing the output bacross multiple European markets /b on a major global entertainment account. You’ll sit at the intersection of strategy, creativity and execution b- translating a central vision into best‑in‑class social content that performs locally and consistently across regions /b. /p pWorking closely with the central team, you’ll help define how the brand shows up across platforms, then ensure that vision is delivered seamlessly across markets. From shaping strategy decks to overseeing daily publishing, you’ll keep everything moving at the speed of social. /p pWe’re looking for someone who thrives in complexity, a systems thinker and cultural expert who can bring clarity and ambition to a fast‑moving, multi‑market account, while confidently leading teams and stakeholders at every level. /p pThe candidate can be based anywhere in Italy, featuring frequent face‑to‑face collaboration at our Milan‑based office. /p pLanguages Proficient in English, Italian nice‑to‑have. /p h3Main responsibilities /h3 h3Editorial leadership strategy /h3 ul liWork closely with the central team to unpack brand needs, platform opportunities and market nuances to shape content strategy. /li liTranslate strategic thinking into clear, actionable outputs for stakeholders, including master decks and simplified summaries. /li liDefine guidelines and frameworks that enable teams to deliver high‑quality work at scale. /li liUphold both strategic direction and creative ambition, ensuring everything produced meets a high editorial standard. /li /ul h3Cross‑market oversight execution /h3 ul liOversee editorial output across multiple European markets, ensuring: creative and tone of voice consistency, adoption of central templates, formats and content franchises and alignment with overall content and channel growth strategies. /li liAct as the key link between central leadership and market teams, ensuring clear, consistent communication in both directions. /li liBalance central vision with local nuance to enable markets to deliver work that is both culturally relevant and strategically aligned. /li liBring structure and momentum across multiple workstreams, keeping teams aligned and moving at pace. /li /ul h3Social platform expertise /h3 ul liOwn deep platform knowledge across key social channels, including trends, formats, algorithm shifts and audience behaviour. /li liEnsure all content reflects best‑in‑class social thinking and is optimised for performance. /li liSpot emerging trends and translate them into clear briefs and opportunities for teams. /li /ul h3Content operations collaboration /h3 ul liOversee content calendars and publishing systems, ensuring consistency, accuracy and visibility across markets. /li liBuild and maintain workflows that enable teams to operate efficiently while unlocking creative potential. /li liWork closely with paid media and influencer teams to amplify content impact through boosting and creator partnerships. /li liMaintain oversight of approvals for content concepts, decks and publishing plans. /li /ul h3Client stakeholder management /h3 ul liAct as a day‑to‑day point of contact for client stakeholders, building strong, trusted relationships. /li liPresent work, updates and strategic thinking with clarity and confidence, including to senior stakeholders. /li liManage feedback loops efficiently, responding quickly while maintaining the integrity of the creative and strategic direction. /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul liSignificant bexperience (7+ years) /b in bsocial or content leadership roles /b, ideally within bentertainment, music or culture‑led brands /b. /li liProven ability to lead multi‑market or large‑scale content programmes. /li liA systems‑oriented mindset - someone who can build structures that enable creativity at scale. /liliA confident leader, comfortable managing up, down and across teams in fast‑paced environments. /li libDeep understanding of social platforms /b, content formats and audience behaviours. /li liA strong strategic thinker who can translate vision into clear execution. /li liHighly organised, able to manage multiple workstreams while staying calm under pressure. /li liStrong stakeholder management and communication skills, with bexperience presenting to senior clients /b. /li liA data‑informed approach, using insights to guide decisions and improve output. /li liSomeone bdeeply embedded in music, podcast and internet culture /b, with a constant curiosity for what’s next. /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 ul liCareer Path Design: Quarterly check‑ins and annual performance reviews. /li liWAS Passport: Work for two weeks a year from any office within our global network. /li liBottom‑Up Top‑Down Professional Training. /li liMental Health, CSR, and Diversity Inclusion initiatives. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr