Sofia Milan
About Sofia Milan
Sofia Milan serves as the Strategy and Operations Manager for Audio (Podcasts) at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2021. She has a diverse background in audio production, public relations, and marketing, with previous roles at The New York Times, Indagare, Sunshine Sachs, and the Durham Performing Arts Center.
Current Role at The New York Times
Sofia Milan serves as the Strategy and Operations Manager for Audio (Podcasts) at The New York Times. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the strategic planning and operational management of the audio content division. Her role involves overseeing various projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing the podcast offerings of the publication.
Previous Experience at The New York Times
Prior to her current role, Sofia Milan worked at The New York Times as the Special Projects Manager for Audio (Podcasts) from 2020 to 2021. In this capacity, she was responsible for managing special audio projects and collaborating with various teams to deliver engaging content. Additionally, she served as a Client Coordinator in the Advertising department from 2018 to 2020, where she coordinated client interactions and supported advertising initiatives.
Background in Sales and Public Relations
Sofia Milan has a background in sales operations and public relations. She worked as a Sales Operations Assistant at Indagare in 2018 and later as a Sales Operations Coordinator from 2017 to 2018. Her experience also includes a role as a Public Relations Assistant and Intern Manager at Sunshine Sachs from 2016 to 2017, where she assisted in managing public relations efforts.
Education and Expertise
Sofia Milan earned her Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication with a focus on Advertising from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She studied there from 2011 to 2015, gaining foundational knowledge and skills in media, communication, and advertising strategies.
Early Career in Marketing
Sofia began her career in marketing, working as a Marketing Intern at the Durham Performing Arts Center in 2013. She later advanced to the role of Marketing & Public Relations Coordinator from 2014 to 2016, where she coordinated marketing efforts and public relations initiatives for the center. Additionally, she served as the Triangle Rising Stars Event Coordinator during her time at the same organization.