Justin Montanino
About Justin Montanino
Justin Montanino serves as the Global Vice President of Commercial Content Business Affairs at Condé Nast, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in branded content and has successfully led initiatives that resulted in significant revenue growth.
Work at Condé Nast
Justin Montanino serves as the Global Vice President of Commercial Content Business Affairs at Condé Nast, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads strategic and operational initiatives for a content marketing business that generates $300 million annually across 17 brands in 13 global markets. His leadership has resulted in a 30% year-over-year growth in 2023, establishing his division as the most profitable sector within the company. Prior to this role, he held several positions at Condé Nast, including Vice President of Global Content Strategy and Operations and Vice President of Content Operations & Production.
Previous Experience in Media and Entertainment
Before joining Condé Nast, Justin Montanino accumulated extensive experience in the media and entertainment industry. He worked as the Director of Creative, Production & Development at Music Choice from 2010 to 2014. He then transitioned to Condé Nast Entertainment, where he served as Executive Director of Branded Content from 2017 to 2019 and Head of Content Operations & Production from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he worked at Fusion Media Group as Director of Development for Sponsored Content from 2014 to 2016 and at New York Magazine as Senior Director of Branded Content from 2016 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Justin Montanino holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications from Boston University. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary to excel in various roles within the media industry. His expertise includes developing innovative revenue streams, business modeling, and strategic advocacy, particularly in the context of branded entertainment and content marketing.
Team Leadership and Client Engagement
In his career, Justin Montanino has demonstrated strong leadership skills by building and managing teams. He has led a team of over 35 professionals to produce branded entertainment for high-profile clients, including Apple, Starbucks, Porsche, Dyson, and Amazon. His ability to innovate and implement effective strategies has contributed to the success of the projects he oversees.
Interests and Personal Pursuits
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Justin Montanino has interests in photography, scuba diving, and the future of artificial intelligence. These pursuits reflect his diverse interests and commitment to exploring new areas beyond his work in media and content strategy.