Head of Content Job at Jomboy Media in New York

Job Overview

Head of Content – VP/ Head of Content at Jomboy Media, full‑time, in‑office 5 days per week, NYC HQ.

About Jomboy Media

Jomboy Media is a creator‑led sports media company and official MLB Media Partner built for the next generation of fans. Through flagship shows like Talkin’ Baseball and our own backyard sports league, The Warehouse Games, we reach a growing community of hyper‑engaged sports fans across YouTube, podcasts, and social platforms. We are storytellers and community builders, blending insight and entertainment in ways traditional sports media never could.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Head of Content who can help take Jomboy Media to the next level. This is a hands‑on leadership role that touches every part of the company. You’ll collaborate with sales, marketing, and merch to make sure our content also drives the business forward, manage partnerships (including Major League Baseball), mentor a team of producers and creatives, and set vision and strategy with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the full content pipeline — from ideation to production, distribution, and performance.
• Partner with creators to develop new shows, segments, and tentpoles that drive growth and engagement.
• Lead and mentor producers, editors, and creative staff to foster a collaborative, idea‑driven culture.
• Review performance data and ensure storytelling stays fresh, relevant, and on‑brand.
• Lead the Creative × Sales process — packaging content proactively for sales and ensuring campaigns are delivered on time and in line with Jomboy Media’s voice.
• Collaborate closely with the sales team on key initiatives such as MLB Post‑Season, Holidays, Spring training, annual content slate planning, etc.
• Serve as primary point of contact with MLB, managing the partnership and maximizing opportunities across access, player integration, and joint storytelling.
• Oversee content and production strategy for content licensing and distribution opportunities, including the launch of Jomboy Media’s FAST Channel in 2026.
• Work closely with sales, marketing, and merch teams to align content strategy with business goals.
• Collaborate on brand partnerships, sponsored content, and integrated campaigns that drive both revenue and relevance.
• Partner with the Head of Commerce on the content plan for the upcoming subscription product, ensuring strong integration between creative output and revenue goals.
• Conduct regular 1:1s with key team members to assess workload, morale, and development opportunities.
• Identify and elevate top performers; coach and restructure roles where needed to optimize team performance.
• Create a strong feedback loop between creative and operational teams, maintaining an environment of transparency and accountability.
• Delegate effectively to empower team growth while freeing yourself to focus on long‑term strategic initiatives.
• Oversee production timelines, budgets, and workflows to ensure efficient execution.
• Use analytics and insights to continuously improve content performance and audience growth.
• Refine systems and processes for scale and sustainability as the company expands.
• Fully own and manage the asset management system to ensure seamless organization, accessibility, and consistency across all teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in content creation, with at least 3 in a leadership role.
• Proven success leading multi‑platform content strategies across YouTube, podcasts, social, and live.
• Track record of building and mentoring creative teams while managing cross‑functional collaboration.
• Strong operational acumen — comfortable overseeing timelines, budgets, and partnerships.
• Exceptional communicator and relationship‑builder, both internally and with external partners.
• Deep understanding of sports culture, storytelling, and audience engagement.
• Familiarity with the baseball ecosystem and the broader sports media landscape is a plus.
• Thrives in a creative, fast‑paced, startup‑like environment.

What You’ll Lead in Your First 90 Days

• 30 Day: Learn the Jomboy Media ecosystem — master the Creative × Sales process, build relationships with key team members and MLB contacts, and audit all ongoing and upcoming sponsored projects.
• 60 Day: Take ownership of Creative × Sales meetings and processes; become the primary MLB contact; begin planning for the March 2026 FAST channel launch.
• 90 Day: Refine our content systems, lead MLB partnership innovation, and drive the next wave of tentpole and sponsorship strategies for 2026.

Compensation

The compensation will be based on a range of $175,000 – $200,000 annually. The range represents the low and high ends of the base salary someone in this role may earn. Salary will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to professional experience, training, associated responsibilities, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (75% premium coverage for employees and dependents)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Commuter benefits (up to 30% transportation savings)
• Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and a week off between Christmas and New Years
• Cell phone/internet reimbursement
• Fun NYC office environment with snacks, coffee, and exclusive employee discounts to our merch store

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our goal at Jomboy Media is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. Jomboy Media is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.