Own and drive integrated media strategies across digital and local traditional channels to meet client outcomes, while guiding senior stakeholders and developing the next generation of media leaders with AI-enabled optimization.

Strategic leadership: architect multi-channel plans spanning digital and local broadcast, OOH, and print to achieve client objectives.
Client ownership: serve as primary strategic lead for key clients, managing relationships and delivering consistent results.
Innovation and mentorship: leverage AI tools to optimize planning and coach junior team members to raise performance.

Job Description

Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of comprehensive media strategies that integrate digital performance tactics with local traditional media (broadcast, OOH, print) to meet diverse client objectives.
Client Relationship Management: Act as the primary strategic lead and point of contact for key clients; independently manage relationships and build trust through expert consultation, proactive communication, and consistent delivery of results.
Professional Poise & Communication: Present complex strategies and performance data to executive-level stakeholders with clarity and confidence. Navigate challenging conversations and high-pressure situations with a professional and solutions-oriented demeanor.
Media Innovation & AI: Leverage emerging technologies and AI-driven tools to enhance media planning, optimize campaign performance, and drive operational efficiencies.
Team Mentorship: Provide guidance and leadership to junior media team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of eight years work experience in media planning and strategy, with a proven track record in both digital and local traditional media
Strategic Mastery: Deep understanding of the full media funnel and the ability to build multi-channel and performance-centric strategies that move the needle
Client Ownership: Demonstrated ability to manage high-value client relationships independently, from initial onboarding through long-term strategic growth
Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, characterized by professional poise and the ability to influence stakeholders
Transformation Mindset: Experience or a strong interest in organizational transformation, specifically regarding how teams adapt to new technologies and workflows
AI Proficiency: Adept with AI to elevate media strategies, audience segmentation, or campaign performance optimization is highly preferred
Presence: Ability to work from our office location two to three days per week to facilitate collaboration and team culture
Media Tools: Strong working knowledge of various media tools (e.g., Strata, Comscore, Nielsen, MRI-Simmons, and Scarborough)
Data Protection and Confidentiality: Knowledge of (or willingness to learn about) data protection (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR) and maintaining confidentiality
Project Management and Negotiation Skills: Ability to effectively manage timelines and deadlines, confidently negotiate, and bring new ideas to the table

Benefits

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of comprehensive media strategies that integrate digital performance tactics with local traditional media (broadcast, OOH, print) to meet diverse client objectives.
Client Relationship Management: Act as the primary strategic lead and point of contact for key clients; independently manage relationships and build trust through expert consultation, proactive communication, and consistent delivery of results.
Professional Poise & Communication: Present complex strategies and performance data to executive-level stakeholders with clarity and confidence. Navigate challenging conversations and high-pressure situations with a professional and solutions-oriented demeanor.
Media Innovation & AI: Leverage emerging technologies and AI-driven tools to enhance media planning, optimize campaign performance, and drive operational efficiencies.
Team Mentorship: Provide guidance and leadership to junior media team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of eight years work experience in media planning and strategy, with a proven track record in both digital and local traditional media
Strategic Mastery: Deep understanding of the full media funnel and the ability to build multi-channel and performance-centric strategies that move the needle
Client Ownership: Demonstrated ability to manage high-value client relationships independently, from initial onboarding through long-term strategic growth
Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, characterized by professional poise and the ability to influence stakeholders
Transformation Mindset: Experience or a strong interest in organizational transformation, specifically regarding how teams adapt to new technologies and workflows
AI Proficiency: Adept with AI to elevate media strategies, audience segmentation, or campaign performance optimization is highly preferred
Presence: Ability to work from our office location two to three days per week to facilitate collaboration and team culture
Media Tools: Strong working knowledge of various media tools (e.g., Strata, Comscore, Nielsen, MRI-Simmons, and Scarborough)
Data Protection and Confidentiality: Knowledge of (or willingness to learn about) data protection (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR) and maintaining confidentiality
Project Management and Negotiation Skills: Ability to effectively manage timelines and deadlines, confidently negotiate, and bring new ideas to the table

Benefits

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities