Chief Product Officer
Description The Star Tribune is the Upper Midwest's largest news organization, with audience numbers consistently in the top five in the country amongst regional and national peers.
Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota.
It is also a company under transformation - realigning its core purpose for a new age of media consumption through innovative new partnerships, technology strategies, and a refreshed strategic direction.
Our company has a new vision to create the leading model for local news in America - driving innovation in media to make every Minnesotan's life better.
We're looking for dynamic leaders to help create that model.
We're excited to work with people who care about journalism and democracy and are eager to re-invent one of our state's most trusted companies for a completely new era of growth that embraces new technologies and strategies for excellence.
Job
Summary:
As the Chief Product Officer of the company, you are responsible for developing and implementing the Star Tribune's product and technology strategy.
A dynamic thinker and accomplished leader, you assess and identify emerging developments in digital technology and mobile products/services, leveraging new technology and building products that ensure our content can reach more people more seamlessly than ever before.
A change agent, you'll work with the CEO and senior leadership to guide the Star Tribune through a transition as a print-majority news organization to a modern digital media company.
You'll grow and lead a team of developers, product managers, designers and engineers to define product vision and development towards a vision of making the Star Tribune the top regional destination for news in the country.
You're coming on board at a critical inflection point for our company in which this new leadership role will be a central leader in our transformation.
Key results/
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the organization's product strategy and integrate digital into all aspects of the business (e.
g.
, content, channels, processes, and operating models).
Grow a great team into a powerhouse technology division that leads the way to a digital future.
Build a culture of innovation and experimentation that is consistently curious about new technologies and their application to media.
Oversee products from concept through deployment.
Own the product design, engineering, UX, and product teams who work with the newsroom and business leaders to meet company-wide objectives.
Drive a metrics-driven goal-setting process to set a vision and measure success towards performance goals.
Develop product plans, schedules, and milestones, ensuring on-time delivery.
Ensure the functionality of products that meet customer needs and requirements, while maintaining the organization's standards of quality and performance.
Evaluate technical feasibility, design optimization, and production issues.
Develop and implement a continuous improvement program and drive improvements in the product family based on market feedback and further innovation to ensure the product family continues to grow.
Serve on the Senior Leadership Team of the company, building company strategy with the CEO and a cross-functional group of leaders across sales, marketing, key business functions, and the newsroom.
Relationships:
Immediate Supervisor:
CEO/PublisherNext Level Supervisor:
OwnerDirect Reports:
VP, Digital TechnologyVP, Digital Product
Qualifications:
Several years of product management experience with a track record of excellence Bachelor's degree; MBA or advanced degree in engineering, technical product management or related field a plus Proven experience as an executive leader in a dynamic environment Strong expertise in product management, including product strategy, roadmap development, and product lifecycle management Track record of successfully scaling a technology-driven team, preferably with expertise in the areas of content or media platforms Strategic planning, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, interpersonal, negotiation and decision-making skills Leadership to motivate and influence a team to achieve ambitious goals Strong working knowledge in AI/ML/meta dataMore about the Star Tribune:
At the Star Tribune, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset.
We go above and beyond to ensure their happiness, growth, and overall well-being.
Here is a glimpse into the exceptional benefits we offer:
Modern downtown office with a free fitness center and rooftop patio.
Commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Wellness program with financial incentives.
Paid time off which includes flexible holidays to honor the preferences of employees, plus one volunteer day and 2 wellness days.
401(k) with company match, parental and caregiving leaves, flexible work arrangements, employee assistance program, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending, and health savings accounts.
The Star Tribune also gives back to the Minnesota community.
In 2020, the Star Tribune launched the Connect Grant, providing qualifying local Minnesota businesses with a total of $200,000 in advertising credits and services.
The Connect Grant serves to empower the future growth of underrepresented business owners through marketing collaboration and advertising.
Selected in 2023 to Diversity MBA's inaugural list of Top 25 Outstanding Leadership and Diversity Impact Awards.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Star Tribune is committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages qualified applicants of all backgrounds to apply.
Recommended Skills Artificial Intelligence Business Process Improvement Communication Curiosity Customer Demand Planning Decision Making Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Building on an extraordinary legacy that includes seven Pulitzer Prizes and hundreds of other awards, the Star Tribune is an unrivaled force for journalistic excellence in Minnesota.
It is also a company under transformation - realigning its core purpose for a new age of media consumption through innovative new partnerships, technology strategies, and a refreshed strategic direction.
Our company has a new vision to create the leading model for local news in America - driving innovation in media to make every Minnesotan's life better.
We're looking for dynamic leaders to help create that model.
We're excited to work with people who care about journalism and democracy and are eager to re-invent one of our state's most trusted companies for a completely new era of growth that embraces new technologies and strategies for excellence.
Job
Summary:
As the Chief Product Officer of the company, you are responsible for developing and implementing the Star Tribune's product and technology strategy.
A dynamic thinker and accomplished leader, you assess and identify emerging developments in digital technology and mobile products/services, leveraging new technology and building products that ensure our content can reach more people more seamlessly than ever before.
A change agent, you'll work with the CEO and senior leadership to guide the Star Tribune through a transition as a print-majority news organization to a modern digital media company.
You'll grow and lead a team of developers, product managers, designers and engineers to define product vision and development towards a vision of making the Star Tribune the top regional destination for news in the country.
You're coming on board at a critical inflection point for our company in which this new leadership role will be a central leader in our transformation.
Key results/
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the organization's product strategy and integrate digital into all aspects of the business (e.
g.
, content, channels, processes, and operating models).
Grow a great team into a powerhouse technology division that leads the way to a digital future.
Build a culture of innovation and experimentation that is consistently curious about new technologies and their application to media.
Oversee products from concept through deployment.
Own the product design, engineering, UX, and product teams who work with the newsroom and business leaders to meet company-wide objectives.
Drive a metrics-driven goal-setting process to set a vision and measure success towards performance goals.
Develop product plans, schedules, and milestones, ensuring on-time delivery.
Ensure the functionality of products that meet customer needs and requirements, while maintaining the organization's standards of quality and performance.
Evaluate technical feasibility, design optimization, and production issues.
Develop and implement a continuous improvement program and drive improvements in the product family based on market feedback and further innovation to ensure the product family continues to grow.
Serve on the Senior Leadership Team of the company, building company strategy with the CEO and a cross-functional group of leaders across sales, marketing, key business functions, and the newsroom.
Relationships:
Immediate Supervisor:
CEO/PublisherNext Level Supervisor:
OwnerDirect Reports:
VP, Digital TechnologyVP, Digital Product
Qualifications:
Several years of product management experience with a track record of excellence Bachelor's degree; MBA or advanced degree in engineering, technical product management or related field a plus Proven experience as an executive leader in a dynamic environment Strong expertise in product management, including product strategy, roadmap development, and product lifecycle management Track record of successfully scaling a technology-driven team, preferably with expertise in the areas of content or media platforms Strategic planning, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, interpersonal, negotiation and decision-making skills Leadership to motivate and influence a team to achieve ambitious goals Strong working knowledge in AI/ML/meta dataMore about the Star Tribune:
At the Star Tribune, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset.
We go above and beyond to ensure their happiness, growth, and overall well-being.
Here is a glimpse into the exceptional benefits we offer:
Modern downtown office with a free fitness center and rooftop patio.
Commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Wellness program with financial incentives.
Paid time off which includes flexible holidays to honor the preferences of employees, plus one volunteer day and 2 wellness days.
401(k) with company match, parental and caregiving leaves, flexible work arrangements, employee assistance program, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending, and health savings accounts.
The Star Tribune also gives back to the Minnesota community.
In 2020, the Star Tribune launched the Connect Grant, providing qualifying local Minnesota businesses with a total of $200,000 in advertising credits and services.
The Connect Grant serves to empower the future growth of underrepresented business owners through marketing collaboration and advertising.
Selected in 2023 to Diversity MBA's inaugural list of Top 25 Outstanding Leadership and Diversity Impact Awards.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Star Tribune is committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages qualified applicants of all backgrounds to apply.
Recommended Skills Artificial Intelligence Business Process Improvement Communication Curiosity Customer Demand Planning Decision Making Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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