Vice President, Content Strategy & Distribution

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President, Content Strategy & Distribution to join the team of a leader in the Media space. This leader will define and advance the content vision across collegiate athletic properties, with a strong emphasis on Big Ten institutions. The role will shape how student-athlete storytelling is integrated into programming, audience engagement, and revenue-focused content initiatives. In close partnership with athletic departments and senior stakeholders, this position will guide a distributed team and serve as a strategic content partner across multiple properties.

Responsibilities

• Lead the content vision and strategy for collegiate athletic properties, with a focus on Big Ten schools
• Partner with internal teams to develop student-athlete content strategies that incorporate athletes into programming
• Mentor and develop a distributed team of content professionals within partner athletic departments
• Build relationships with athletic leadership and key stakeholders as a senior content partner
• Develop content strategies tailored to each property's brand and audience to drive engagement and revenue

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in content, media, sports, entertainment, or related fields
• Significant experience leading content teams and developing strategies for major brands or sports properties
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills with a track record of building high-performing teams
• Deep understanding of college athletics and the media landscape, especially within Big Ten institutions
• Experience with analytics platforms and project management systems, including social media analytics

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account and life insurance options
• Flexible paid time off, with a minimum of 10+ days annually, and 20 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Pay

$165,000 – $200,000 annually

Location

Remote — US-based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available