Who is the Program for?
The Reader Revenue Workshop is a four-day program for up to 20 early-stage news media organisations, across Australia and New Zealand, looking to master the fundamentals of digital news monetisation. Participants will learn how to establish a sustainable financial future by directly engaging their readers and building high-value, long-term relationships.
The curriculum focuses on three core pillars of reader revenue: establishing a differentiated value proposition, effectively monetising your audience through diverse models, and implementing strategic retention tactics to minimise churn.
Guided by FT Strategies experts, participants will engage in hands-on workshops, diagnostic sessions, and masterclasses hosted by industry leaders. This collaborative approach encourages sharing best practices and real-world experiences to help organisations thrive in the digital age.
Application ends: June 19, 2026
What is the outcome?
Publishers will leave with:
- A clearly defined goal for subscriptions
- Insights on collecting and leveraging first-party data to inform product and editorial decisions
- Expert guidance on personalising content and optimising the onboarding journey for new readers
- An understanding of paywalling strategies and content tactics that drive conversion and retention
A proven track record of impact
We are excited about welcoming a cohort of publishers to the inaugural Reader Revenue Workshop, and look forward to receiving your application for the program.
"These consulting sessions have been extremely valuable in helping me understand the strategic relevance of various projects, as well as deepening my knowledge of current developments in artificial intelligence."
Henneo
"The best thing to happen to us in terms of AI was to join this programme."
Economedia
"The FT Strategies team have gone above and beyond to support us throughout this project, offering to collaborate on items that sat out of our main experiment but drove high value"
The Sun
"This programme was incredibly valuable, offering actionable insights, expert guidance, and practical tools that helped us identify and prioritize AI use cases aligned with our business goals. The hands-on, tailored support made the experience both relevant and impactful — highly recommended for any publisher seeking sustainable growth."
Nation Media Group

