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- Lead a team of 4-5 media operations specialists in executing a high volume of first-party media channels effectively and within exacting client standards.
- Ensure effective quality control to minimize human error across all campaigns.
- Assist clients in the quarterly planning process to properly scope work across the team.
- Act as the primary operational point of contact for clients and communicate regularly and clearly to ensure alignment between client and team.
- Quickly become an expert in client's bespoke first party media platform and assist internal stakeholders in campaign planning best practices.
- Be flexible, nimble, accountable, and highly organized.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 10+ years of digital media experience
- Minimum 5 years in a management role, overseeing teams of 3-5, preferably within a media agency, collaborating closely with clients and cross-functional teams (e.g., account managers, art directors, developers)
- Hands-on experience in campaign / ad operations (e.g. paid TrueView video ads, GDN, paid social, and email platform), with a solid understanding of performance metrics (e.g. CTR, CVR)
- Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Experienced in reviewing and provide strategic analysis & insights that are actionable working with media analyst
- Proficient in Google Suite: Drive, Docs, Slides, Sheets or equivalent (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Ability to manage multiple complex campaigns simultaneously, multi-tasking as needed
- Ability to identifying and prioritizing campaign priorities
- Process driven with a knack for identifying areas of improvement and making recommendations to enhance delivery efficiency and output quality
- High energy and go-getter attitude, capable of working well within a team and independently
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Flexible and adaptable to fast-paced and changing environments and business needs
- Sense of humor and strong team orientation, comfortable collaborating with cross-border global, regional, and local distributed teams
- High attention to detail and a keen desire to learn
- Project management certifications or MBA
- Experience in Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies a plus
- Advanced technical skills
- Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer-paid HRA
- Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays
- 401k with company contribution
- Paid parental leave
- Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being
- Career growth in a disruptor space & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Media.Monks network
- A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more
- Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth. (Why Sir Martin Sorrell signed The Climate Pledge here)
- Responsible for resourcing and implementing security controls for your teams processes and systems
- Responsible that all your personnel apply information security in accordance with the established information security policy
Director, Strategy - Los Angeles, CA, United States - Media
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About the Role We are looking for an experienced Director, Media Strategy & Planning to lead, shape, manage, and execute first-party media engagement channel programs for a top-tier global client. You'll play a crucial role translating strategic vision into campaign execution, and lead a talented team of media specialists and program managers to ensure campaigns meet deadlines, budgets, and exceed client expectations. You should have a proven track record in leading highly skilled media operations teams, providing strategic guidance, and managing high-quality campaigns efficiently. Your strong analytical skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential, as you collaborate with interdisciplinary teams within the agency and on the client-side. Impeccable attention to detail and the ability to excel under pressure are key, as you anticipate and meet client needs. If you are a results-driven, passionate go-getter in digital marketing who's willing to go the extra mile, let's connect Key Responsibilities:Disclaimer: