Associate Product Manager

The Minnesota Star Tribune is an innovative modern media organization building on an extraordinary 159-year legacy. With seven Pulitzer Prizes and numerous other accolades, we stand as a beacon of journalistic excellence in Minnesota. We are the heart and voice of the North.

Our mission is to build a better Minnesota by connecting us with the people, ideas, and stories that strengthen our communities. We’re seeking dynamic leaders who are passionate about journalism and democracy to help shape this future. If you are excited about reinventing one of our state’s most trusted institutions and leading us into a new era of growth and excellence, we want to hear from you.

An Associate Product Manager at our headquarters in Minneapolis, MN is responsible for maximizing the value of a product, serving as liaison between the business and development teams. You are the subject matter expert for your products, ensuring the voice of our customers is represented. You will need to leverage the knowledge of your product, as well as customer feedback, industry and technology trends, and relevant data points to assess value and prioritize the direction and desired outcomes for your product.

You will be the “voice of the product,” soliciting input from key stakeholders to ensure their needs are met, and the product is getting the direction and support it needs to be successful. The Associate Product Manager will develop product requirements, prioritize the product backlog, and lead projects to successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage product requirements, user stories, epics, and themes aligned with product vision and business priorities.
• Maintain and prioritize the product backlog to maximize customer and business value.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily standups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Define acceptance criteria, develop User Acceptance Testing (UAT) plans, conduct testing, and approve final product releases.
• Collaborate with leadership to define product goals, roadmap priorities, and feature scope.
• Identify opportunities to improve the customer experience and recommend product enhancements.
• Partner with UX teams to design and optimize user experiences and support A/B testing initiatives.
• Communicate product updates, priorities, and scope changes to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Manage vendor relationships, monitor product enhancements, and resolve issues as needed.
• Create and maintain product documentation, business requirements, and process documentation in Confluence.
• Support product growth initiatives from concept through execution and continuous improvement.
• Monitor product performance metrics, identify risks, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Stay informed on digital media trends, customer needs, and competitive market conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Journalism, or a related field required.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum product development environments.
• Knowledge of product management principles, including backlog management, user stories, roadmaps, and prioritization.
• Ability to gather requirements, define scope, and translate business needs into product solutions.
• Understanding of customer experience, UX design principles, and A/B testing methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret performance metrics and make recommendations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, UX, Analytics, and Business stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable, collaborative, and proactive problem solver.
• Familiarity with Confluence and product management documentation tools.
• Knowledge of digital products, media, consumer growth strategies, and industry trends preferred.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TM, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $72,000 - $85,000 annually.

Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

The Minnesota Star Tribune offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401(K) match, healthcare coverage – medical, dental, and vision, life, disability, paid time off, and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at benefits.startribunecompany.com.

More about The Minnesota Star Tribune

At The Minnesota Star Tribune, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to their happiness, growth, and well-being. Here’s a snapshot of the exceptional benefits we offer:

• Modern Downtown Office: Enjoy a state-of-the-art workspace with a free fitness center, collaborative center, golf simulator, and a rooftop patio.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes commuting subsidy, medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness & Work-Life Balance: Participate in our wellness program with financial incentives, generous paid time off, flexible holidays, one volunteer day, and two wellness days.
• Financial & Family Support: Benefit from a 401(k) with company match, paid parental and caregiving leave, hybrid work arrangements, and tuition reimbursement.
• Additional Perks: Access to an employee assistance program, pet insurance, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.

2025 award winner of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in Media and News and proud recipient of Newsweek’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025 recognition.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Even if you don't meet every single requirement for this role, we encourage you to apply. At The Minnesota Star Tribune, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.