Associate Director, Partnerships (Creative Tools, Game Development, and Learning)

The Associate Director, Partnerships (Creative Tools, Game Development, and Learning) at TheSkimm leads the strategic expansion of our creator ecosystem, forging high‑impact alliances with industry‑leading software makers, indie studios, and educational platforms. In this role you will shape the future of how millions of Skimm readers discover, learn, and create, driving revenue growth while amplifying TheSkimm’s mission to make information accessible and engaging. You’ll own the end‑to‑end partnership lifecycle—from market analysis and opportunity sizing to deal negotiation and post‑launch optimization—positioning TheSkimm as the go‑to hub for creative tools, game development resources, and lifelong learning experiences. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Business Development, you will mentor a cross‑functional team of partnership managers and analysts, and you’ll have a clear path to senior leadership as you scale the program across new verticals and global markets.

- Identify, evaluate, and secure partnership opportunities with leading creative software providers, game developers, and learning platforms that align with TheSkimm’s audience and growth objectives.
- Lead negotiations, contract drafting, and revenue‑share models, ensuring mutually beneficial terms and compliance with legal standards.
- Design and execute joint‑marketing campaigns, co‑branding initiatives, and integrated product experiences that drive user acquisition and engagement.
- Collaborate with product, content, data analytics, and finance teams to develop go‑to‑market strategies, KPI dashboards, and performance‑based optimization loops.
- Manage a pipeline of prospects using CRM tools, delivering accurate forecasts and quarterly business reviews to senior leadership.
- Mentor and develop a high‑performing partnership team, fostering a culture of creativity, data‑driven decision making, and continuous learning.
- Stay ahead of industry trends in creative tooling, gaming ecosystems, and ed‑tech innovations to inform strategic roadmaps and competitive positioning.

Why join TheSkimm? Our culture is built on curiosity, inclusivity, and a relentless focus on delivering value to a diverse, global audience. As an Associate Director, you’ll work alongside visionary leaders who champion bold ideas and empower you to own large‑scale initiatives that shape the digital creator economy. You’ll benefit from robust professional development programs, mentorship from senior executives, and access to industry conferences that keep you at the forefront of creative technology and learning trends. This is a rare chance to drive transformational partnerships at a fast‑growing media brand, with clear pathways to senior leadership and the ability to leave a lasting imprint on how millions learn, create, and play.