9Now Programming Manager

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company – the home of Australia’s most trusted and loved brands spanning News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment. We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want – across Publishing, Broadcasting and Digital.

Nine’s assets include the 9Network, major mastheads such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and The Australian Financial Review, radio stations 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR, digital properties such as nine.com.au, 9Now, 9Honey, Pedestrian.TV, Drive, subscription video platform Stan and a majority investment in Domain Group.

Our Purpose: We shape culture by sparking conversations, challenging perspectives, and entertaining our communities.

We bring people together by celebrating the big occasions and connecting the everyday moments. Australia belongs here. We bring our purpose to life via three shared values: We walk the talk, turn over every stone and keep it human.

Job Description

9Now, at the core of Nine's values, aims to shape culture by sparking conversations and entertaining Australians, offering live and on-demand streaming of their favorite programs anytime, anywhere. The 9Now Programming and Operations team manages the content on this platform.

Shape the future of Australian streaming as a 9Now Programming Manager at Nine, where you'll lead and mentor a dynamic team to execute content strategies across BVOD, AVOD, and FAST platforms, driving audience engagement and revenue growth for iconic brands. 

You'll define the editorial vision and strategically position content to captivate viewers and deliver impactful results.

Day to day you will:

• Lead and mentor the 9Now Programming team for FAST channel and VOD strategy.
• Manage FAST channel partnerships as the content lead.
• Execute VOD content strategies to meet commercial and audience targets.
• Collaborate with Acquisitions to ensure contractual compliance.
• Optimise catalogue sharing across Nine and 9Now platforms.
• Liaise with Linear Programming for BVOD windows and promotion.
• Guide cross-functional teams to maximise platform and FAST channel performance.
• Evaluate programming for platform and channel suitability.
• Ensure content compliance with Broadcast Standards.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring: 

• Experience in television programming, evaluation, acquisition, and scheduling 
• Exceptional knowledge of Australian programming, audiences, and revenue drivers 
• Understanding of content delivery across platforms and user behaviour.
• Strategic mindset with creative thinking, drive, and self-motivation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teams, including international colleagues.
• Strong presentation and communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and able to manage ambiguity.
• Familiar with Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, MyDrive) is beneficial
• High attention to detail, well-organised, and skilled in time management and prioritisation.

Additional Information

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.

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