Critical Mass · 9 hours ago
Associate Media Director
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$110K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expCritical Mass is seeking an Associate Media Director to lead planning and activation for online and offline strategies for a new B2B client. The role involves driving media strategy, ensuring client objectives are met, and collaborating with various partners to execute effective media tactics.
Brand MarketingContent MarketingDeveloper ToolsDevOpsDigital MediaMobile AdvertisingRetail TechnologySEOUX DesignWeb Development
Responsibilities
Responsible for gathering the research and data needed to formulate strategic plans that will grow client business
Lead client relationship as day-to-day contact and partner agencies (where applicable) by ensuring a seamless communication process
Coordination of streamlining omni-channel strategies with key partners
Responsible for presenting strategic recommendations, soliciting feedback and ensuring team can execute on strategy to effectively hit goals
Reports to Media Director, but acts as key day-to-day account lead over team
Actively contribute to account strategy, including annual budget development, KPIs, partner selection, new tactics, and tracking industry developments
Develop skills by participating in ongoing training, workshops, etc
Support in any new business pitches and related work as required
Mastery of all relevant tools for reporting, analytics and competitive analysis
Responsible for timely response to daily communication regarding campaign level inquiries (client, vendors, internal)
Maintain professional, productive rapport with sales representatives/media vendors
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required
Strong Understanding of media landscape
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
Understanding of activation & optimization techniques across self-serve performance platforms a must
2+ years of demonstrated success in managing and leading people
Proven ability to lead and manage teams
Technically strong quantitative skills, including analytical abilities and math proficiency
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving abilities
Solid verbal and written communication skills, with polished presentations skills a must
Ability to work successfully with teams on multiple projects under tight deadlines
Desire to work in an industry which is constantly evolving and presenting new and unique challenges
Ability to sell ideas clearly and deliver values
Preferred
Knowledge of offline media planning is a plus
Experience in marketing for both brand-building and direct response initiatives
Benefits
Global maternity and parental leave
Competitive benefits packages
Vacation, compassionate leave, wellness days, and flex days
Access to online services for families and new parents
Early Dismissal Friday’s (off at 3:00 PM local time every Friday)
13 affinity groups
Internal learning and development programs
Enterprise-wide employee discounts
Company
Critical Mass
Critical Mass is a digital experience design agency with a relentless focus on the customer.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
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Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Operating Officer
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