Director, Editorial Partnerships & Sponsor Content

Overview

In this role you will lead the editorial side of sponsor-supported programs and strengthen the collaboration between the newsroom and Custom Ad Solutions. You will translate commercial opportunities into credible, audience-focused concepts while upholding Ad Age’s editorial standards. You’ll manage review processes, guardrails, and on-stage representation to ensure credible sponsored content.

This position offers impact across content, events, research, and awards, with a clear path to shape how sponsored work serves readers and clients. You’ll be a trusted bridge between teams and a visible spokesperson for the brand.

• retirement plan contributions
• bonus opportunities
• competitive benefits package

• Partner with Custom Ad Solutions to infuse editorial expertise into programs
• Convert commercial opportunities into credible editorial asks with clear timelines and roles
• Review sponsor-supported content for relevance, accuracy, and standards
• Set guardrails on sponsor involvement and newsroom participation; escalate or decline when needed
• Host and moderate sponsored roundtables, panels, interviews, and webinars
• Collaborate with editorial, events, and commercial leaders to extend Ad Age rankings, awards, and franchises
• Improve intake and approval processes to protect editorial capacity and avoid disrupting core journalism

• Significant experience in editorial partnerships or sponsored content; B2B media a plus
• Strong editorial judgment to differentiate thought leadership from promotional content
• Excellent writing/editing across events, moderator materials, articles, and research
• Proven ability to work with sales, events, legal, and senior leaders
• Strong project and stakeholder management; ability to clarify ambiguity and move work forward
• Comfort with clients and executives; experience hosting on stage and on camera
• Ability to manage competing priorities and timelines with calm, clear communication
• Knowledge of advertising, marketing, and media or ability to learn quickly

• editorial judgment
• relationship management
• clear communication
• writing and editing
• event concept development
• moderation and interview preparation