Director, Media Strategy

New York City, NY (Hybrid)

$133K/yr – $161K/yrDirector/Executive8+ years expFull time

Posted 6 days ago

Job Summary

Own and optimize multi-channel media planning programs from strategy to execution, collaborating across Sales, Yield, and Marketing, while establishing metrics, workflows and trainings to drive revenue and client KPIs.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop core digital media planning strategies to serve our wide variety of advertising clients and ad products. Analyze traffic patterns, inventory, and performance KPIs to craft formulas that win business.
  • Collaborate with senior staff in Sales, Client Success, Yield, Research and Marketing to weave together proactive multi-channel client opportunities. These packages should both maximize revenue and meet client KPIs.
  • Partner with brand-focused marketers to identify key editorial moments and size the surrounding media products. Establish packaging toolkits that maximize media opportunities, using research and site analytics to highlight opportunities.
  • Partner with Yield & Pricing teams to establish business rules and success metrics for these programs to monitor business health. This may include tracking budgets, savings, makegoods and credits.
  • Develop appropriate workflows and ad systems capabilities to track adoption, delivery and performance for each program.
  • Act as subject matter expert to our team of Account Managers and Program Managers, who use these media frameworks to respond to client requests. Develop trainings and feedback loops for these teams to respond to our advertisers quickly, with insightful opportunities. Ensure all campaigns and critical communications are executed effectively and key learnings are quantifiable.
  • Proactively identify areas of opportunity to our Sales teams. Manage media mix recommendations on a quarterly basis. Lead strategies for the development of media plans that include creative, first-to-market executions.
  • Demonstrate practical knowledge and deep understanding of all integrated media channel planning (Video, Audio, Print, Social, and Digital, including direct and programmatic/biddable media)

Requirements

  • 8–10+ years of related experience in media, with significant experience in digital media planning and sales, or equivalent experience.
  • Demonstrated success developing strategic media plans and delivering integrated programs across digital platforms in a fast-paced environment.
  • Deep understanding of integrated media channel planning, including Video, Audio, Print, Social, and Digital, as well as direct, programmatic, and biddable media.
  • Strong analytical capabilities and experience with digital inventory management, pricing, traffic patterns, and performance measurement; proficiency with Google Analytics, Excel, and Google Ad Manager.
  • Strategic and resourceful problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data, client needs, and business objectives into clear, actionable media strategies.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to build alignment, influence cross-functional partners, and communicate effectively with senior leaders.
  • This role is based in New York City and requires working in the office four days per week as part of our hybrid work model.
  • Results-oriented and curious, with the initiative, tenacity, and collaborative mindset to identify opportunities and move ideas forward.

Preferred

  • people-management experience is preferred.

Benefits

  • Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle, and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
  • Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops, and exclusive industry events.
  • Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
  • Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
  • Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
  • Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
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