Director, Strategy, CNN Digital Products & Services

Director of Digital Strategy

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CNN's Digital Products & Services group is seeking a dynamic Director of Digital Strategy to help realize our ambitious product, user and revenue goals. Reporting to the SVP of Strategy & Business Operations, this important role will bring strategic thinking skills and problem-solving excellence to across all areas of our digital business. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record of leading complex pieces of work in the digital space. They will play a crucial role in shaping the future of CNN's digital strategy, working closely with senior leadership to solve, structure, develop and implement strategies that capitalize on emerging opportunities in the rapidly evolving media landscape.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Annual Planning and OKR-Setting : Lead the annual planning process and OKR-setting for individual cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and focus on key business priorities.
• Spearhead Strategic Initiatives : Structure and execute ad-hoc strategic initiatives by developing comprehensive work plans, gathering and synthesizing relevant data, leading detailed analyses, developing actionable recommendations, and establishing new operating cadences where necessary.
• Drive business expansion : Oversee the creation of robust business cases for new market, country, or partner entry, expansion, or exit, ensuring thorough analysis and strategic alignment with business goals.

Qualifications & Experience

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