Associate Media Director (B2B Media)

TL;DR

Associate Media Director (B2B Media): Planning and activating online and offline media strategies for a new B2B client, driving client objectives and KPIs. Focus on developing strategic and tactical plans across digital media (search, social, display, programmatic video) and integrating offline channels.

Location: Hybrid in Chicago, US (minimum 3 days a week in the office)

Salary: $110,000–$140,000 USD

What you will do

• Formulate strategic plans using research and data to grow client business.
• Lead client relationships as the day-to-day contact and coordinate omni-channel strategies.
• Present strategic recommendations, solicit feedback, and ensure team execution to hit goals.
• Actively contribute to account strategy, including budget development, KPIs, and partner selection.
• Master relevant tools for reporting, analytics, and competitive analysis.
• Maintain professional rapport with sales representatives and media vendors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 5+ years of hands-on media management experience in online advertising with a focus on performance.
• In-depth experience with Search, Social, and/or Programmatic channels is a must.
• 2+ years of demonstrated success in managing and leading people.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape and activation/optimization techniques.
• Technically strong quantitative skills, including analytical abilities and math proficiency.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills with polished presentation abilities.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of offline media planning.
• Experience in marketing for both brand-building and direct response initiatives.

Culture & Benefits

• Global maternity and parental leave.
• Competitive benefits packages, including vacation, compassionate leave, wellness days, and flex days.
• Early Dismissal Friday’s (off at 3:00 PM local time).
• Access to online services for families and new parents.
• 13 affinity groups and internal learning and development programs.